CUT congratulates Ms Lize Louw, a Hospitality Management postgraduate student on receiving the prestigious Abe Bailey Travel Bursary 2025.

Abe Bailey Travel Bursary is a highly competitive and prestigious award that recognises not only academic excellence but also exceptional leadership potential and a strong commitment to community engagement qualities that Ms Louw embodies with distinction. Her selection in this scholarship is a testament to the calibre of students nurtured at CUT and the University’s growing footprint in global academic mobility.

Ms Lize Louw’s selection for this prestigious bursary not only highlights her personal accomplishments but also reinforces the university’s commitment to fostering globally competent graduates and leaders. Her passion for the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, academic excellence, and active participation in community-driven initiatives make her a fitting ambassador for the Abe Bailey programme, CUT and the country.

Ms Louw’s journey will take her on an enriching international tour that will broaden her worldview, sharpen her leadership skills, and connect her with like-minded peers and professionals from diverse cultures and disciplines across the globe.

“As the Centre for Global Engagement (CGE), we take immense pride in facilitating and supporting opportunities that expand the international horizons of our students and staff. Ms Louw’s achievement underscores the impact of internationalisation in higher education and reflects CUT’s vision of producing graduates who are not only skilled in their disciplines but also equipped to lead in a global context. Her success is not just a personal victory but a moment of pride for the entire university community. We commend her for representing the spirit of CUT on an international platform and look forward to the positive impact this journey will have on her academic and professional development,” said Martina Moss,Deputy Director: Staff and Student Mobility.

The Abe Bailey Travel Scholarship is a prestigious award designed to broaden the horizons of young South Africans by providing them with the unique opportunity to experience the globalised world firsthand. Through this scholarship, awardees are not only recognised for their academic excellence but also for their exceptional leadership potential and commitment to service in their communities. Annually, these awards are presented to academically deserving students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and a strong track record of contributing positively to society beyond the classroom. These qualities include active involvement in social initiatives, community service, and the ability to inspire and lead others toward meaningful change.