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Casual Day 2024 theme “I See You” shines light on invisible disabilities
With still too many instances where people with disabilities are not seen, heard, and included in day-to-day planning, this year's Casual Day 2024 theme, “I See You", aims to shine a light on individuals with visible, and particularly...
International Literacy Day: Literacy a critical component of learning
International Literacy Day was celebrated on Sunday 8 September. In opinion pieces for the media, Drs Hanelie Adendorff (Centre for Teaching and Learning) and Zelda Barends (Curriculum Studies) argue that literacy is a crucial component...
Special outreach to promote child health
A sticker on your forehead, jumping on one leg or given a chance to marvel at your disposable gloves – everything has been put in place to make a unique health outreach to vulnerable children go smoothly. The Western Cape Department of...
Prof Jonathan Jansen reflects on leadership and healing at memoir launch
Distinguished Professor of Education at Stellenbosch University (SU) Jonathan Jansen recently launched his memoir, Breaking Bread, at the SU Museum. The event featured a captivating dialogue between Jansen and Prof Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela...
Prof Sope Williams exposes the ugly truth of sexual corruption
As a leading expert in public procurement, anti-corruption and development law, Prof Sope Williams from Stellenbosch University's (SU) Faculty of Law has dedicated her career to promoting transparency and accountability in governance. Her...
Counting of lions in Kruger National Park vital for conservation
Knowing how many lions there are in a specific area is important for conservation efforts to ensure the survival of this iconic species. One way to obtain this information is to get into a jeep, drive around and count every lion you see...
Wilgenhof updates
Council releases reasons (30 September 2024) Stellenbosch University's Council took the decision, in terms of clause 10(3)(g) of the University's Institutional Statute at its meeting on 16 September 2024 to close the Wilgenhof men's...
Africa-Oxford grant funds novel research on mindfulness in health professions
The prestigious Africa-Oxford (AfOx) Initiative Catalyst Grant was recently awarded to fund a novel research collaboration between researchers at the Department of Health Professions Education (DHPE) at Stellenbosch University (SU) and the...
Plankton Manifesto unveils importance of “invisible organisms”
Ongoing disruptions to plankton ecosystems due to human activities in our oceans will inevitably have major impacts on marine life as we presently know it, likely leading to unforeseen and potentially dramatic consequences. But while the...
Finger on the Pulse: Update on the renewed MBChB Curriculum
In February 2022, the renewed MBChB curriculum was implemented as part of an institution-wide programme renewal process and aligned with national and global drivers for change. This year marks the third iteration of the first year, while...