Staff from the fundraising arm of CPUT are delighted to have not just met, but exceeded their fundraising targets for 2015.
Advancement Director, Calvin Maseko, says this is particularly significant given the events of late 2015, in which student frustration at the high cost of tertiary education resulted in nationwide protests.
“We are thrilled to have achieved our fundraising goals, and extend our warmest thanks to Vice Chancellor Nevhutalu for championing our cause and helping us exceed our targets. Our department is tasked with raising millions to support those who learn and teach at CPUT, and with the visible and vigorous support of the VC, we’re doing just that.”
Maseko says there are many ways to support CPUT and its students, from our My School Card initiative, to safe and swift online donations for our Bursary Fund, as well as companies providing Work Integrated Learning opportunities for students.
Meanwhile, the Vice Chancellor is calling on the broader university community to accept the challenge of raising funds for our academically gifted but struggling students.
“I’d love to see students, staff, alumni and members of Convocation all pitching in to truly transform the lives of those who are so deserving of an education,” he says.
“ I’m hopeful that our SRC and Convocation members, in particular, will spearhead fundraising initiatives. In doing so, the university community can unite as never before and work collectively to truly take CPUT from good to great.”
By Jan Weintrob
