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Mandela Day: We must continue Madiba’s courageous journey
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated annually on 18 July. In opinion pieces for the media, Profs Nico Koopman (Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Social Impact, Transformation and Personnel) and Chris Jones (Unit for Moral Leadership)...
FMHS students grade SU’s planetary health status
The long-term survival of humans depend on the health of the planet, and all institutions – including health professionals training schools – have a role to play in planetary health. With this in mind, two students at Stellenbosch...
Social Impact: YEP empowers young entrepreneurs to create their own futures
With Stellenbosch University's (SU) focus on social impact awareness in July, this series of profiles celebrate remarkable individuals and teams who make a meaningful contribution beyond the University's walls. The recent inaugural Social...
New study reveals hidden health risks of indoor fireplaces
During the cold winter months, it is nice to light an indoor fireplace for extra warmth or to have the occasional 'braai'. The downside is that you may be inhaling tiny solid or liquid substances that could be harmful to your health. In a...
Prof Yin-Zhe Ma helps to unravel mysteries of the Universe
Prof Yin-Zhe Ma from the Department of Physics in the Faculty of Science at Stellenbosch University (SU) delivered his inaugural lecture on Tuesday 13 August 2024. The title of his lecture was “Unravelling the mysteries of the Universe"...
Dr Jean Farmer – 'Women can pave their own way'
In celebration of Women's Month, Stellenbosch University (SU) is shining a spotlight on extraordinary students and staff on our campus who champion women's rights and gender equality. Through their dedication and leadership, they inspire...
SU prof heads to Paris as medical director for 2024 Paralympic Games
If you had told him 16 years ago that he would make a name for himself in the Paralympian sphere, Professor Wayne Derman would have laughed outright. In fact, when he was told in 2008 that he would be going to Beijing to work with the...
ADA 2024 Winter School Ends on a High Note with a Focus on PhD Leadership & Academic Excellence
The African Doctoral Academy (ADA) 2024 Hybrid Winter School concluded on a high note, featuring Prof Sibusiso Moyo, Stellenbosch University's (SU) Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Postgraduate Studies, as the...
Stellenbosch University's CECO Awarded for excellence in business events at SAACI 2024 annual congress
The Central Events and Conferencing Office (CECO) of Stellenbosch University (SU) was honoured with the Business Events Community Award at the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry's (SAACI) 2024 annual congress as part...
EMS staff recognised for contributions to bettering society
Earlier this month a number of EMS staff were recognised for their work as Stellenbosch University (SU) celebrated the power of civic engagement with its inaugural Social Impact Awards, honouring the exceptional contributions of staff...