Know Your CPUT: The Division of Student Affairs

APPROACHABLE POINT OF CONTACT FOR ALL STUDENTS: The Dean of Student Affairs, Nonkosi Tyolwana, and her deputy, Njabulo Maphumulo are devoted to enhancing first-year students’ overall quality of life at CPUT.

Photo Credit: Picture: Iviwe Tom

Monday, 03 March 2025

The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) welcomes all first-year students to CPUT! As you embark on your journey as a first-year student, DSA intends to emphasise how important it is to connect with DSA. The Division believes that each student deserves a fulfilling and vibrant experience, and DSA is here to support you every step of the way.

Led by the compassionate Dean of Student Affairs, Nonkosi Tyolwana, the DSA is devoted to enhancing your overall quality of life at the institution. The DSA understands that student life can be challenging, which is why it focuses on educating and supporting you outside the classroom. DSA’s mission is to enrich your experience and help you achieve academic success while exploring your interests.

The Dean serves as an approachable point of contact for all students, readily available to listen to your concerns and advocate for your needs within the University. The team is dedicated to providing programmes, services, and mentoring opportunities that empower you to reach your potential, overcome obstacles, and foster a safe and healthy community at CPUT.

Here are the departments under the DSA that are here to support you:

Sports, Arts and Culture
Student Governance and Leadership Development
Residence Services
Student Counselling
The Disability Unit
HIV/AIDS Unit
Campus Health Services

In addition to offering 23 competitive sporting codes, DSA also provides valuable resources and workshops on healthy lifestyle choices. Its sessions cover topics like nutrition, overcoming addictions, weight loss, and stress relief, all designed with your well-being in mind. Additionally, we offer development programmes that aim to prepare you for the future, including workshops on etiquette, leadership, time management, and financial literacy.

DSA wants you to feel welcome and supported. Njabulo Maphumulo, the Deputy Dean of Student Affairs, and the entire team are eager to meet you. Please feel free to visit DSA at the Student Affairs offices located in the District Six Campus, Administration Building, 5th Floor.

To stay connected with everything happening within Student Affairs, DSA invites you to like the DSA Facebook page or follow DSA on X.

For more information contact DSA: 021 460 3395

Email: deanofstudents@cput.ac.za

DSA is excited to support you on this journey!

Written by Apihwe Boyce

Email: BoyceAp@cput.ac.za

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