BTech Project Management student Zinziswa Zilwa is the happy recipient of textbooks from Van Schaik valued at R3 500.
“We were simply blown away by her academic attributes and attitude towards achieving her goals. Imagine, she has been working diligently and successfully without these crucial tools that happen to be the right of every student,” said Jasmine Dollie, a representative of Van Schaik on the District Six Campus.
“It gave us immense satisfaction to make a difference in her life by presenting her with the books and we hope she will continue to grow from strength to strength.”
Zinzi said she was eternally grateful for the generous gift from Van Schaik at this critical juncture in her life. “I am the only black female in my area in Khayelitsha who has embarked on a tertiary career and I see it as my responsibility to give back to my community. All the late nights and sacrifices towards achieving my goals and contributing meaningfully to society will all be worth it in the end.”
“Zinziswa has decided to give the set of books to a deserving student next year with the proviso that the recipient does the same thing when their time to pass has come,” says Fazloen Zouity, the faculty staffer who asked Van Schaik for the donation. “By paying forward, the legacy of humanity and inspiration will continue and hopefully also continue to make a significant impact in the lives of other students.”
Zinzi assisted in the Business and Management Sciences Faculty Office during the registration period earlier this year and what really stood out for Zouity was her positive attitude and everyday glow regardless of the circumstances.
Zouity has assisted other students before and sees it as a holistic approach to her functionality as a CPUT staff member to ensure that, where possible, the students do not suffer needlessly.
