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First-ever sighting of rare siphonophore in False Bay, South Africa

​Scientists have recorded the first documented appearance of the rare siphonophore Rhizophysa eysenhardtii in False Bay, South Africa. Published in African...

Invest in the future – student support bursaries and projects

​​South Africa faces a youth unemployment crisis, and education remains one of the most powerful tools to combat that. Stellenbosch University graduates are...

The power of staying connected to your alma mater

​When was the last time you updated Stellenbosch University with your current e-mail address, physical address, and mobile number? If you're not sure, you're...

From cleaner to graduate: a journey of perseverance and faith

Aerolene Griebelaar's journey from cleaning the corridors of Stellenbosch University (SU) to crossing the stage at graduation has been nothing short of...

Talented jeweller transforms fascinating cultural insights into a PhD

​​​As Dr Bongani Tendai Percy Mashange donned his doctoral gown on Monday to receive a PhD, he became the first visual arts student at Stellenbosch University...

Sweet success: SU student’s side hustle clears study debt

​Burdened with considerable student debt, Stellenbosch University (SU) final-year BCom Management Sciences student Phophi Mudau walked many kilometres to sell...

From ministry to a master’s at 74 – pastor breaks barriers for women in theology

​At 74, the Reverend Antoinette Erasmus is proving it's never too late to pursue your passion. Graduating cum laude with a master's degree in theology, her...

Applications now open for Nobantu and Thukela Gobodo Memorial Doctoral Scholarships

Funding amount: R200 000 per annum for up to three years. Eligibility: Scholarship is open to applicants for doctoral study in the humanities and social...

Faith, family and courage help Dr David achieve her dreams

When Dr Teresa David came to Stellenbosch University (SU) in 2015, she could say only one phrase in English: “Good morning." Born and raised in Angola where...

Research for Impact: SU’s digital platform shines with three MACE Awards

​Stellenbosch University's (SU) Research for Impact digital platform and magazine won three prestigious awards at the annual Marketing, Advancement and...
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