Bloemfontein \u2013 As Friday progressed in an ice cold Bloemfontein, people were making their way to the Callie Human Centre, in anticipation of the arrival of the queen of talk – Oprah Winfrey. <\/p>\n
BuaNews caught up with a group of girls from St Michaels School for Girls, who were anxiously waiting for the talk show host’s arrival. The girls also had a case of nerves, as they were going to perform for Miss Winfrey.<\/p>\n
“We’re in the school choir, and we’re going to sing for Oprah. We’re so nervous,” giggled one of the girls, wearing a big smile.<\/p>\n
The girls were part of the acts in the entertainment show before the formal ceremony begins.<\/p>\n
Even more excited were first year varsity students and friends, Lebohang Maseko and Victoria Muthambara.<\/p>\n
“I didn’t think I’d get to see Oprah, but my friend surprised me with a ticket to the event,” said Victoria. Asked what they expected Oprah’s presence would bring, Lebohang offered: “I think a lot of people have these crazy ideas, they’re expecting her to give away some free stuff, like cars, but I don’t think that’s going to happen!”<\/p>\n
On a more solemn note, Lebohang says she can’t wait to meet Oprah. “She’s overcome a lot in her life, and that’s the kind of person I aspire to be.”<\/p>\n
“Just to see her live has been one of my dreams. I’ve learnt a lot about financial advice from her shows, now I know how to handle my money. She’s taught me a lot about confidence and that things happen in life, but you can fight back and learn not to dwell in the past,” says Victoria.<\/p>\n
The formal honorary doctorate awarding ceremony started at 3.30pm and was preceded by an entertainment show at 2pm. After the ceremony, Oprah addressed students, followed by a Q&A session with the students only.<\/p>\n
Much to the disappointment of many journalists, they were not allowed to ask the media mogul any questions. – Matona Fatman, BuaNews<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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