While we are all well aware of how our genetic make-up influences a host of individual characteristics, a study conducted by Prof Mark Tomlinson of the Psychology Department at Stellenbosch University, has now revealed a large, hidden role...

​Three lecturers from SU Soil Science Department: Drs. C. Clarke, A. Hardie and A. Rozanov were invited to join the World Soil Day (5 Dec 2016) round table discussion on Food Security that was hosted by the Timiriazev Agricultural Academy...

​By 2020, Stellenbosch University strives to reduce its consumption of potable water by 10% and to utilise 30% less river water for the irrigation of gardens and sports fields (measured against 2012 figures). “We are already working on...

​Delivering home-based rehabilitative care to stroke survivors in low-resource settings is what Ms Elsje Scheffler aims to achieve with her PhD-research. Scheffler, a Stellenbosch-based physiotherapist and extraordinary lecturer at the...

The Stellenbosch University (SU) Woordfees will have an exciting kick-off on Thursday (2 March) with the Homecoming programme for alumni with an array of events – from lectures to a fun run, rugby and golf, as well as the highlight, the...

- Creating access: As co-director of CISU, Prof Zheng connects South African students with scholarships, exchanges, and cultural opportunities in China — showing how small moments of connection open big doors. - Women leading the way: More...

- Celebrating student success: CISU learners excelled at the South African Finals of the Chinese Bridge competition — with Mario Jooste winning the national primary school championship, Lyle Zimry placing second, and Jenne Leigh earning the...

South Africa's swimming hero Chad le Clos showed excellent form in the 200 m butterfly event at the Swimming Grand Prix held at Coetzenburg over the weekend when he shaved 0.06s off his meet record of last year to win the race in a time of...

An overview of things international semester student should consider before their departure and arrival at SU.

The wild fires that have raged across the Western Cape are a striking reminder of the life-threatening risks we face as our environment changes and urban development pushes further into surrounding areas. They also highlight the urgency for...