Rasethaba listed some of the SRC accomplishments thus far which included the mentorship program using R90 000 to help students register as well as the success of Ienkmelodienk.
Transformation was listed as being high on the agenda and Rasethaba indicated that every student structure would require a transformation officer to assist with this cause. He acknowledged the work done by the Anti-Racism Forum to rid the university of this form of discrimination.
Rasethaba lamented the university’s lack of consideration for the socio-economic positions of students when it came to financial difficulties and accommodation. He called on fellow students to help with financial contributions and to discuss any form of assistance with the SRC Study Finance portfolio under Gerhard Pretorius.
A more visible and accessible SRC formed a part of the 2015 goals and Rasethaba reminded students that their office is “on the ground, in the street”.
The SRC reports back to students via the Student Forum which takes place later this semester. Rasethaba encouraged students to engage with the SRC at these forums. He also explained that the SRC plans on having more State of UP addresses and that in future address they will provide more details regarding the SRC and their plans.
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