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Our Team Members Acting Director Dr Samantha van Schalkwyk I am Acting Director of the Community Engagement Unit (CEU). Read More >> Community Liaison Damaris Kiewiets I am responsible for Community Liaison at the CEU. Read More >> CEU Administrator Liana Thomas I am responsible for the administrative functions in the CEU. Read More >> Research Assistant Sinako Mgudlwa My name is Sinako and I am a research assistant. Read More >> CEU Database Pearl September-Brown My name is Pearl and I am a registered psychometrist (HPCSA). Read More >> Former CEU Director Prof Priscilla Daniels Retired: Former Director of the CEU Read More >> Quick Links Terms of Reference CE Resource Centre Donate Now Get Involved Our Events Latest News Free Newsletter Visit us UWC Portal

CE & Scholarship of Engagement for Societal Impact at the UWC About Us Office of the Director: Community Engagement Unit Prof Priscilla Daniels It gives me great pleasure in welcoming you to our Virtual Community Engagement Resource Centre in our efforts to support and enhance a Scholarship of Engagement at the UWC. Today, universities are worldwide expected and required to make a fundamental contribution to the development of civil society and human capital – along with further development of scholarly and academic activity – this is evidential in the three-part legislated role of universities – teaching & learning, research and service of which the latter is often seen as ‘community engagement’ (CE). We trust that you will benefit from this resource centre and hope to see you in person at some of our training and exhibition Events in the near future. We welcome your feedback and look forward in growing this resource centre so that it can provide you with all the resources and tools that you might require for your journey towards 'Excellence in Community Engagement at the UWC ''. Strategic Alignment Our Mission Who we are ? Our Vision What we aspire to be ? The CEU facilitates community engagement opportunities that enhances and promotes the scholarship of engagement through equitable partnership and citizenry to promote sustainable communities. Our Values What drives us ? Scholarship of engagement : A critical attitude towards shared knowledge that recognises different cultural contexts and diversity and incorporates these aspects into community engagement teaching, theory and practice, integration and research. Partnerships : The facilitation of collaborative, reciprocal, sustainable and equitable partnerships. Critical citizenship & civic responsibility (citizenry) : A relationship and interaction with local and global communities and the environment. Social justice : Commitment to acknowledging our past and confronting issues of oppression, racism and discrimination through developing sustainable partnership. Equity : Recognition of the knowledge inherent within communities and accepting the unique strengths and shared responsibilities that each partner provides to enhancing the scholarship of community engagement at UWC. Lifelong learning : Commitment to collaborative and individual learning and critical reflection. The CEU Team What they do ? The CEU aspires to be a leading partner in the development of citizenry through equitable and sustainable collaborations, reflecting an engaged unit within UWC. CE / SoE for SI Leadership Messages Rector & Vice-Chancellor DVC - Academic Prof R Balfour Prof M Ralarala ex-Director: CEU Prof P Daniels Read / Listen Read / Listen Read / Listen The early origins of CE at UWC SoE for Societal Impact Scholarship of Engagement Model The CEU sees CE as an infused addition to the three-part legislated role of HEIs. Thus, CE is the pivotal point that feeds into and from teaching / learning, research and service. Boyer’s (2008) four-model scholarships best describes this pivotal role of CE: Scholarship of Teaching (transmitting, transforming & extending knowledge); Scholarship of Discovery/Inquiry (investigation of new knowledge & contributing to the field – research); Scholarship of Application (applying knowledge in broader context, linking theory and practice – service); and Scholarship of Integration (making connections across disciplines – CE integrated into all forms of scholarship). View the SOE Model SoE-SI Framework Quick Links Terms of Reference CE Resource Centre Donate Now Get Involved Our Events Latest News Free Newsletter Visit us UWC Portal

CE & Scholarship of Engagement for Societal Impact at the UWC About Us It gives us great pleasure to welcome you to our Virtual Community Engagement Resource Centre in our efforts to support and enhance a Scholarship of Engagement at the UWC. Today, universities worldwide are expected and required to make a fundamental contribution to the development of civil society and human capital – along with further development of scholarly and academic activity – this is evidential in the three-part legislated role of universities – teaching & learning, research and service of which the latter is often seen as ‘community engagement’ (CE). We trust that you will benefit from this resource centre and hope to see you in person at some of our training and events in the near future. We welcome your feedback and look forward to growing this resource centre so that it can provide you with the resources and tools that you might require for your journey towards 'Excellence in Community Engagement at the UWC' . Strategic Alignment Our Mission Who we are ? Our Vision What we aspire to be ? The CEU facilitates community engagement opportunities that enhances and promotes the scholarship of engagement through equitable partnership and citizenry to promote sustainable communities. Our Values What drives us ? Scholarship of engagement : A critical attitude towards shared knowledge that recognises different cultural contexts and diversity and incorporates these aspects into community engagement teaching, theory and practice, integration and research. Partnerships : The facilitation of collaborative, reciprocal, sustainable and equitable partnerships. Critical citizenship & civic responsibility (citizenry) : A relationship and interaction with local and global communities and the environment. Social justice : Commitment to acknowledging our past and confronting issues of oppression, racism and discrimination through developing sustainable partnership. Equity : Recognition of the knowledge inherent within communities and accepting the unique strengths and shared responsibilities that each partner provides to enhancing the scholarship of community engagement at UWC. Lifelong learning : Commitment to collaborative and individual learning and critical reflection. The CEU Team What they do ? The CEU aspires to be a leading partner in the development of citizenry through equitable and sustainable collaborations, reflecting an engaged unit within UWC. CE / SoE for SI Leadership Messages Rector & Vice-Chancellor DVC - Academic Former Director, CEU Prof R Balfour Prof M Ralarala Prof P Daniels Read / Listen Read / Listen Read / Listen The early origins of CE at UWC SoE for Societal Impact Scholarship of Engagement Model The CEU sees CE as an infused addition to the three-part legislated role of HEIs. Thus, CE is the pivotal point that feeds into and from teaching / learning, research and service. Boyer’s (2008) four-model scholarships best describes this pivotal role of CE: Scholarship of Teaching (transmitting, transforming & extending knowledge); Scholarship of Discovery/Inquiry (investigation of new knowledge & contributing to the field – research); Scholarship of Application (applying knowledge in broader context, linking theory and practice – service); and Scholarship of Integration (making connections across disciplines – CE integrated into all forms of scholarship). View the SOE Model SoE-SI Framework Quick Links Terms of Reference CE Resource Centre Donate Now Get Involved Our Events Latest News Free Newsletter Visit us UWC Portal

ceu.uwc.ac.za | Community Engagement at the University of the Western Cape Welcome to the CE Platform The Community Engagement Unit (CEU) invites you to utilise this scholarship of engagement platform as a tool to support you with the alignment of your efforts and initiatives to that of the UWC Community Engagement Framework and the enhancement of your scholarship of engagement in your School, Faculty, Department, Centre, Division and Unit. The UWC recognises the importance of social responsibility and civic (civil society) engagement; this is especially reflected in the strategic decisions made at executive level to engage in partnership initiatives that laid the foundation for the development of the CEU. The importance of engaging society and essentially developing a scholarship of engagement that encompasses and facilitates the development of graduate attributes reflects UWC’s history and ethos. The CEU is responsible for the facilitation and coordination of community engagement, at the UWC, in all its forms and as it is recognised and legislated as one of the three core responsibilities (teaching, research and community service) of higher education. The National Plan for Higher Education, (2001), emphasises the need for “...responsiveness to regional and national needs, for academic programmes, research, and community service...” The CEU aligns with Butin's (2007) engagement types and Boyer’s (2008) scholarship of engagement model which refers to community engagement as a process that involves an evolution and transformation of knowledge as opposed to the simple transfer of information from one learning partner to another. Notices & News Training Opportunities Apply Now Stay informed Contact us Newsroom Latest News Free Newsletter Subscribe UWC CE activities UWC CE Events DVC Academic (CEE) Awards Read more >> Mandela Day Read more >> SoE Colloquium Read more >> All Events See more >> Map email: ceu@uwc.ac.za Quick Links Visit Us Events Calendar Follow us ceu.uwc.ac.za

CEU Staff Portfolio Prof Priscilla Daniels Former Director of the CEU at UWC Liana Thomas Responsible for the administrative functions in the Community Engagement Unit. Dr Samantha van Schalkwyk Acting Director in the Community Engagement Unit. #WorkPortfolio Pearl September-Brown Responsible for the coordination of the community engagement database project. #WorkPortfolio Damaris Kiewiets Responsible for Community Liaison in the Community Engagement Unit. #WorkPortfolio Sinako Mgudlwa Research Assistant Quick Links Terms of Reference CE Resource Centre Donate Now Get Involved Our Events Latest News Free Newsletter Visit us UWC Portal

My CEU Details Research Assistant Sinako Mgudlwa Sinako Mgudlwa is a Research Assistant at the Unit, where she supports research-intensive and database-driven projects. Her role includes qualitative data analysis, organising and managing research data, and contributing to the analytical and interpretive phases of research projects. She works closely with academic staff on studies that require methodological rigour, thematic analysis, and the production of high-quality research outputs. She holds a dual Honours degree and a Master’s degree in Population Studies and Economics. Her academic excellence has been recognised through membership in the Golden Key International Honour Society for outstanding performance in Economics Honours in 2020, as well as a Dean’s Merit Award and the ERSA Prize (in 2025) for exceptional achievement in her Economics Master’s degree. ceu@uwc.ac.za +27 (21) 959 3124 View CEU staff Portfolios View our CE work Portfolios

My CEU Details Former CEU Director Prof Priscilla Daniels Priscilla Daniels is an Associate Professor and the former Director of the Community Engagement Unit at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). She served as Director of the unit since 2010 and concluded her many years of dedicated service with her retirement in December 2025. Her key responsibilities were facilitating and coordinating community engagement activities at the UWC that enhances enhance and promotes promote the scholarship of engagement through equitable partnership and citizenry to promote sustainable communities. Prior to this she was manager of the Community Higher Education Services Partnership at UWC and Chairperson of the Department of Human Ecology and Dietetics. ceu@uwc.ac.za +27 (21) 959 3124 View CEU staff Portfolios View our CE work Portfolios

ceu.uwc.ac.za | Community Engagement at the University of the Western Cape Welcome to the CE Platform The Community Engagement Unit (CEU) at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) facilitates community engagement opportunities that enhance and promote the scholarship of engagement through equitable partnerships and citizenry to promote sustainable communities. Our commitment to community engagement with societal impact is reflected in the history and ethos of the UWC. As this university embraces its proud history in the anti-apartheid movements, it is committed to linking this proud past to an exciting future grounded in excellence with local, regional, and international relevance. The scholarship of engagement relates to the wide range of ‘work’ (i.e. community engagement) that Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) do in partnership with different ‘communities’ (e.g. scholarly community, student community, civil society, and international community). HEIs have a longstanding tradition of teaching, research, and community engagement. Globally, contemporary HEIs are required to make a fundamental contribution to the development of civil society, infused by relevant, innovative scholarly research and academic endeavours, steeped in the three-part legislated role of HEIs. Community engagement is the pivotal point that feeds into and from teaching and research, and the links between these three legislative roles are equally important based on partnership and inclusivity. Contact: Dr. Samantha van Schalkwyk (Acting Director) savanschalkwyk@uwc.ac.za 0219593985 Ms. Liana Thomas (Administrative Officer) ceu@uwc.ac.za 0219593124 Notices & News Training Opportunities Apply Now Stay informed Contact us Newsroom Latest News Free Newsletter Subscribe UWC CE activities UWC CE Events DVC Academic (CEE) Awards Read more >> Mandela Day Read more >> SoE Colloquium Read more >> All Events See more >> Map email: ceu@uwc.ac.za Quick Links Visit Us Events Calendar Follow us ceu.uwc.ac.za

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