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Prof Brian Warren: A celebrated surgeon and teacher
The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) at Stellenbosch University (SU) mourns the passing of Prof Brian Warren, a highly regarded surgeon and teacher, and former head of the Department of Surgical Sciences. His long and...
Innovative monitoring protocol for PSHB based on citizen science
Ecologists at Stellenbosch University's Centre for Invasion Biology (CIB) have developed an innovative monitoring protocol to map priority areas for detecting new and expanding polyphagous shot hole borer (PSHB) infestations in urban areas...
New TygerMaties welcomed to the exciting world of health sciences
“In front of me today are South Africa's future leaders in healthcare. Our future ICU nurses and specialists, or perhaps even our future minister of health. We recognise this potential and want to ensure that you are equipped with the...
SU newcomers officially welcomed for 2024
The Stellenbosch University (SU) campus was abuzz with excitement during the official welcoming ceremony, held on 1 February 2024 at Danie Craven Stadium. Thousands of newcomer students and their friends and family attended the event. This...
We’ve made progress towards social justice, but challenges remain
World Day of Social Justice is celebrated annually on 20 February. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University write that even though we've made progress towards social justice over the last 30 years, challenges...
Multilingual education enhances cognitive development, academic achievement
International Mother Language Day is celebrated annually on 21 February. In an opinion piece for the Daily Maverick, Prof Nhlanhla Mpofu from the Department of Curriculum Studies writes that multilingual education has significant...
Double serving: Two Public Protectors wow at SU Social Justice Lecture
At the end of their conversation during the 5 th Annual Social Justice Lecture the two formidable women on the Adam Small Theatre stage received a well-deserved standing ovation. While taking questions from the former Public Protector...
Multilingualism enriches students' educational experience – Prof Deresh Ramjugernath
By championing multilingualism in both academic and social spaces, we not only enrich the educational experience for our students but also prepare them to thrive in an increasingly interconnected and diverse world. This is the view of Prof...
Communities and youth are key changemakers in overcoming HIV/Aids
THE 2023 THEME for World Aids Day – “Let communities lead" – emphasised the critical role that communities play in making progress towards overcoming Aids. This acknowledgement of the strategic position of communities to connect people...
Cape Town Carnival promises Lekker time for all
In a spectacular display of colour, creativity and diversity during a recent media launch, the Cape Town Carnival wooed its guests with a taste of what they can expect when the event kicks off on 16 March 2024 along the iconic Green Point...