An aerospace engineer, drone pilot, and astronaut candidate focused on space and climate innovation. She co-founded Hisia Space, a climate-tech and geospatial intelligence company. Her time at SU was a period of personal growth, leadership development, and learning how to connect research with real-world impact.

World Refugee Day was on 20 June. Experts at Stellenbosch University co-authored an opinion piece. Many South Africans, civil society, and faith groups continue to stand in solidarity with refugees and asylum seekers.

Stellenbosch University's (SU) Policy Innovation Lab recently presented AI training to more than 200 Members of Parliament (MPs). If Parliament is to provide effective oversight of AI in government, Members require more than a general awareness of the technology. The training programme was designed to provide MPs with a broad understanding of both the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence.

SU again broke into the top 300 universities in the latest QS World University Rankings. SU occupies third place in South Africa (and in Africa). SU improved on its overall score; also the leading university in citations per faculty in South Africa.

Stellenbosch University (SU) and Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) have formalised a new partnership aimed at developing the next generation of researchers. The collaboration agreement, signed by the two institutions' research leadership teams, marks an important step in strengthening research capacity. The universities have committed to opening the first call for applications within three months of the signing of the agreement.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) continues to struggle. NSFAS needs a complete overhaul. The future of higher education funding and the sustainability of universities are at stake.

Youth Day was on 16 June. Staff and students wrote opinion pieces for the media. They highlighted key issues that continue to affect young people.

An unusual combination of theology and law. Student leadership taught him confidence and perseverance. Embracing every opportunity for growth.

World Environment Day was celebrated on 5 June. Experts at SU wrote opinion pieces for the media. They highlighted the importance of sustained climate action.

Join us for Prof Hafizah Yousuf Chenia's professorial inaugural lecture, hosted by the Faculty of Science.