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His work spans campus life events, strategic marketing campaigns and high-profile University programmes.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u201cEric\u2019s selection is a proud and meaningful moment,\u201d says Ms Mosima Mehlape, Manager: Communication and Marketing. \u201cWhat stands out most about Eric is the passion he brings to everything he does. He writes passionately. He captures passionately. There\u2019s detail in his work that speaks volumes and reflect his passion\u201d.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A Bachelor of Arts student in his third year, Eric will be taking on videography and photography duties at the Games, further building on the professional skills he has honed at SPU.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As Eric steps into this global opportunity, he carries with him more than talent \u2013 he carries the discipline, attention to detail and storytelling values instilled through his work in the Department of Institutional Advancement. 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