“My advice would be to keep an open mind. You never really know where you might end up." – Christina Relihan, BSc-graduate in molecular biology and biotechnology (2017) Christina Relihan is a Research and Development Specialist for KWV. She...

By Nicolette van den Eijkel, Chief Director: Facilities Management I'm writing this on 21 November “World Hello Day". The day was first created in 1973 to promote world peace through interpersonal communication. I like saying “hello" to...

Five newly developed postgraduate programmes for specialist training in nursing were offered for the first time at Stellenbosch University (SU) this year. An additional three postgraduate programmes will be offered in 2023. A total of 97...

​​​A new online platform has been launched by Stellenbosch University (SU) to document and showcase its social impact in society. This follows after the release of the university’s Social Impact Strategic Plan and forms a key part of making...

​​​​With the support of Stellenbosch University's IT Department, MobiLex (a multilingual web-based subject glossary) received new wings at the start of 2024. During 2023 the app had to undergo major changes to ensure that it is compatible...

Highlights from the UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competence Conference in Rabat, Morocco

Joy, generosity and community spirit were the hallmarks of the inaugural Birthday4Bursaries (B4B) Party. The event aimed to raise both funds and awareness for the B4B initiative, which supports the Ithemba Bursary Fund. The highlight of the...

The inaugural Neelsie Food-a-thon is an exciting new fundraising initiative led by the SUNCOM Letting Office team, that has made a meaningful contribution to the Stellenbosch University (SU) student community.

Curiosity about science and a TV programme led Sibulele Tonisi from Mfuleni to a master’s degree in biochemistry. Tonisi chose SU because of its academic excellence. He completed his degree despite financial hardship.

​This year, Stellenbosch University's Student Representative Council collaborates with Matie Community Service (MGD) housed within the Division for Social Impact, the Transformation Office, Human Resources Wellness and the Language Centre...