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For Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, his first year as Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University (SU) has been less about bold announcements and more about something quieter, but more consequential: alignment, clarity and intent.
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Awards and milestones

A year of direction, a future of delivery: Prof Deresh Ramjugernath reflects on his first year as Rector

Twelve months is not a long time in the life of a university. But it is long enough to set a tone and, perhaps more importantly, to set a direction. For Prof...
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Students attending a social impact workshop

Events

Students step up for social impact at first CASIT Engagement Conference

It is not every day one sees a university venue that full at 08:00 on a Saturday, especially with students keen to talk about community engagement. “This must...

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A picture of the Red Square on the Stellenbosch campus.

Opinion and features

Hunger, dignity, and what we choose to see

There are certain truths that are difficult to sit with. Student hunger is one of them. Hunger among students is not a new issue and it does not occur by...

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Sibulele Tonisi graduates

Media release

From Mfuleni to master in biochemistry – SU graduate overcomes the odds

Growing up in the Cape Town township of Mfuleni, a career in science felt light years away, says Sibulele Tonisi. But last week (Tuesday, 24 March) he graduated...

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Noku Katom

Media release

Theology graduate is proof that education has no expiry date

When teenage pregnancy and early parenting felt like a double-edged sword, Noku Katom made a life-changing decision: She would “go and fetch herself”.

This week...

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SU attracts government leaders committed to strengthening public service

Media release

SU attracts government leaders committed to strengthening public service

Stellenbosch University (SU) has once again demonstrated its growing role as a partner in strengthening public leadership in South Africa, as several high...

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Prof Deresh Ramjugernath photographed on the Red Square

Events

First alignment, then acceleration

Speaking to the Cape Town Press Club last week, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, Stellenbosch University (SU) Rector and Vice-Chancellor, reflected on his first year...

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