At SGAL, we’re all about empowering students to take the lead. We’re here to support a vibrant, inclusive, and responsive student governance system that ensures your voice is heard and your ideas matter.
Guided by the vision “Transforming Governance, Enriching Learning” and the slogan “Governance Reimagined – Your Voice, Your Era,” SGAL promotes collaboration and leadership development. Together, we aim to create a university culture that reflects your aspirations and makes a positive impact on both campus and society.
Step into your role as a leader—because at UP, your voice shapes the future!
Explore Leadership Opportunities with SGAL
SGAL is your gateway to getting involved, making a difference, and stepping into leadership roles at UP. Here’s how you can engage:
Student Representative Council (SRC): The SRC is the top student governance structure, democratically elected to represent all students. They advocate for your needs and ensure your voice is heard across the university.
Day Houses: Perfect for day students, these houses—Dregeana, Luminous, Vividus, and Docendo—offer opportunities to participate in student life, leadership, and academic support through sports, culture, and community activities.
Key Committees: These SRC subcommittees drive student life through major events like Step It Up, 1nSync, UP-Lympics, and RAG of Hope Day, focusing on culture, sport, and community.
Faculty Houses: As a member of your faculty house, you’ll engage in academic excellence and student life while bridging connections between students, faculty, and the SRC. Faculty houses also manage the Class Representative System to ensure strong student-lecturer communication.
Faculty Sub-Houses: These focus on specific academic programs, fostering student engagement and leadership within specialized fields.
Class Representatives: Be the voice of your class by working directly with lecturers and improving the learning experience while developing leadership skills.
Legislative Committees: The Constitutional Tribunal ensures student governance aligns with university policies, and the Student Disciplinary Advisory Panel (SDAP) supports students in disciplinary matters.
Student Societies: Join or create a society around your passions, hobbies, or beliefs, and connect with like-minded students while building leadership experience.
At SGAL, there’s a place for everyone to lead, grow, and make an impact. Where will you start?
Contact information
Head: Student Governance and Leadership
Juan-Pierre van der Walt
[email protected]
Manager: Governance Programs
Sipho Carneson
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Manager: Student Life
Bhaviksha Ramouthar
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Coordinator: Governance Projects
Buhle Makhathini
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Senior Administrative Officer
Fundiswa Sizani
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Address:
SGAL is located in ENG II Floor 4 Room 4-31 whilst the Student Affairs building is undergoing renovations.
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