Jerome September

Dean of Student Affairs, at University of the Witwatersrand

Jerome September is an experienced higher education professional currently serving as the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg, South Africa.1 2 He assumed this role in May 2018 after initially joining the university as Deputy Dean of Student Affairs in February of the same year.2

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, September has held several key positions in student affairs and higher education management:

Dean of Student Affairs at University of the Witwatersrand (May 2018 - Present)
Head of Student Affairs at Sol Plaatje University (October 2015 - January 2018)
Special Projects Advisor to the Director of the International Academic Programmes Office at University of Cape Town (March 2014 - September 2015)
Youth Development Connector/Director at Citizens Movement (2012 - 2014)
Manager: Student Governance and Leadership at University of Cape Town (November 2009 - May 2012)1

Responsibilities

As Dean of Student Affairs at Wits, September oversees various aspects of student life, including:

Campus Housing and Residence Life
Campus Health and Wellness
Counselling and Career Development
Wits Sport
Student Governance
Student Life and Development1

Education

Jerome September has a strong academic background:

Doctor of Business Administration in Higher Education Management from the University of Bath (2017 - 2020)
Master's Degree in Human Rights Law from the University of Cape Town (2010 - 2014)
Bachelor's degree in Politics and Law from the University of Cape Town (1995 - 2000)1

During his undergraduate years, September was actively involved in student leadership, serving as SRC President, Media and Communications Officer for the SRC, Speaker of the Student Parliament, and News and Talk Manager at UCT Radio.1

September's extensive experience in student affairs and higher education management, combined with his academic qualifications, has positioned him as a respected leader in the field of student development and support in South African universities.