Workshops put SU values into action and conduct

SU VALUES WORKSHOPS – FIRST SEMESTER

The values of Stellenbosch University (SU) relate to the beliefs and attitudes that guide our behaviour. Naming our values is easy but putting them into action in our daily activities may often present some difficulties. Therefore, the SU values – excellence, compassion, equity, respect and accountability – need to become part of how we act, make decisions and deal with ethical challenges.

The University's Values in Action practical workshops aim to equip staff and students to embody values-driven behaviour and leadership. These workshops are informative, experiential and practical.

Themes and skills

The workshop will enable participants to develop a common understanding of the kind of university community we strive to be and acquire skills to manage possible values conflicts.

The following themes are covered during the workshop:

• What is the meaning of values and why does it matter?
• Values conflicts and how to resolve and handle these.
• How to integrate values in how we behave, act and relate to others.
• The integration of values through leadership and teamwork.

Format

• The program is presented on or close to the Stellenbosch and Tygerberg campuses as a full day workshop.
• Due to the personal nature of the learning experience, workshops are presented for groups of 10-20 delegates.
• Bearing in mind cost-effectiveness, unfortunately, workshops cannot be presented for groups of less than 10 people. If less than 10 people registered for a certain date, they will receive the opportunity to choose another date.

Invitation to all staff

All SU staff from all the campuses and environments are invited to join this journey by attending one of the workshops. Workshops are available for staff across the University – this also enables interaction between diverse individuals from various environments.

Dates for the first semester (2026)

• Monday 9 March – The Library at STIAS, Stellenbosch
• Monday 4 May – BMRI Building, Tygerberg Campus
• Tuesday 5 May – The Library at STIAS, Stellenbosch
• Monday 11 May – BMRI Building, Tygerberg Campus
• Tuesday 12 May – The Library at STIAS, Stellenbosch

Cost

The costs for the workshop are covered by the Division Institutional Strategy, Research and Analytics. If a delegate cancels after the confirmation date, the cost will be for their account. The number of delegates must be confirmed by the venue by a certain date, whereafter the full amount is payable. Therefore, there is a cost to cancellations on short notice.

RSVP

• Bookings for the workshop on 9 March close on Monday 2 March.
• Please send an email to Jacolette Kloppers.
• Workshops take place from 08:00 to 16:30 and lunch is provided. More details and arrangements will be communicated to the attendees.