Zariké Gouws is a third-year student at the North-West University, who has consistently maintained a distinction-level average throughout his undergraduate studies, earning him a place on the Dean’s List for two consecutive years. Having completed the National Mentorship Program in 2024, for which he received the Personal Growth Award, he is now serving as the Assistant Secretary for said program. In addition, he has been an elected executive member of PsySSA’s Student Division, reflecting his dedication to student leadership, continuous learning and personal development. His academic interests lie in abnormal psychology, forensic psychology, positive psychology, psychology of love and relationships, narrative therapy, and philosophy. Looking ahead, Zariké aims to further develop his expertise by completing an honours and master’s degree in psychology, enabling him to make meaningful contributions to both research and practice in the field.