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TRU to establish a democracy research node
Over the past few years the state of democracy in South Africa has been increasingly threatened by large scale corruption, mismanagement of state funds and improper governance practices under President Jacob Zuma's leadership. This is...
Tygerberg’s new stroke care firing on all cylinders
With its unique approach and dedicated team of healthcare workers, the new stroke unit at Tygerberg Hospital is already making great strides in helping to address South Africa's stroke burden. Research indicates that dedicated care units...
Philosophy can benefit prospective teachers
A firm grasp of key philosophical concepts is important for prospective teachers if they wish to help address pedagogical and societal challenges in their specific contexts. This is one of the key messages of a new book by Dr Nuraan Davids...
UCM 2017 Vacation Training
An integral part of the B.Eng Civil degree at Stellenbosch University, is the vacation training that the undergraduate students have to undertake over the course of their studies. To this end, the UCM announced a call for applications...
Kerwin looks ahead to World Para Athletics Champs 2017
Wearing the green and gold for the first time at the IWAS (International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports) World Games in 2011. Being selected for the SA World Champs team in 2013. Kicking the conversion as fullback of Paul Roos Gymnasium's...
Coloured community and ‘Langarm’ go back a long way
As a popular South African dance form, 'Langarm' often conjures up images of couples sokkie dancing sedately to the beat of Afrikaans pop music. This is especially how many white South Africans view Langarm. But 'Langarm' as we know it...
Nelson Mandela Week around the corner
Yes, it is that time of the year again where the opportunity for social responsibility is given to staff and students who would like to get involved with volunteer work. The focus at institutional level is to create these opportunities in...
Mandela Day 2017: Comfort packs and Food items for students
We aim to collect non-perishable food items and toiletries for students who are in dire need. As part of Mandela Day celebrations, we would like encourage all fellow students, residences, PSO and student societies to donate toiletries...
Safety guidelines for SU staff during the coming recess
Staff are kindly requested to be extra vigilant by taking note of suspicious people entering campus buildings or attempting to gain access with personnel into buildings during recess. Please take note of the following tips: Keep your...
Leading the way in algorithm improvements in software
At the Information Science Department in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Stellenbosch University (SU), a group consisting of computing and information scientists and engineers are leading the way in algorithm improvements in...