Advancing a shared identity
The Wits identity defines and shapes all that we do: the types of students and staff we attract and develop; the research that is important to us; our culture on campus; who we partner with; and how the external world perceives us.
We commit to:
People and culture
- Building a diverse, inclusive, people-centred university community
- Fostering a culture of agility, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking
- Nurturing and cultivating talent across all university spheres
- Creating an environment where all people can thrive
- Developing a shared Wits ethos among students, staff, and alumni
Brand and reputation
- Leveraging Wits' proud history of academic scholarship and research excellence
- Building on the legacy of "birthing brilliance and leading change for societal good"
- Using this history to reinvigorate the brand both nationally and globally
- Promoting Wits' achievements to enhance reputation locally and internationally
- Positioning as an innovator for advancement across all disciplines
Place and partnerships
- Capitalising on unique urban (Johannesburg) and rural (Bushbuckridge) locations
- Exploring urban-rural convergence across the Global South
- Building partnerships based on shared goals, values, and societal impact
- Partnering with universities to strengthen the academic project on the continent
- Using campuses to work with local communities on key challenges
Student experience
- Providing a cosmopolitan student life that fosters belonging and lifelong networks
- Offering diverse development experiences and intellectual engagement
- Developing active citizens and leaders for all sectors of society
- Promoting an environment of care and holistic wellness
- Encouraging appreciation for arts, culture, and sport