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First multimedia dictionary for South African Sign Language
A lexicographer and a computer science student from Stellenbosch University (SU) combined forces to develop the first prototype of a multimedia electronic dictionary for South African Sign Language. Dr Hanelle Fourie Blair, assistant-editor...
SAMRC/SU Extramural Unit on the Genomics of Brain Disorders
The Extramural Unit (EMU) on the Genomics of Brain Disorders (GBD) aims to identify genomic biomarkers, using a systems biology approach, for a suite of Brain Disorders across the lifespan, based on clinically-derived data and through...
SU collaborating with Fraunhofer on water research
The first collaborative workshop between Stellenbosch University and the Fraunhofer Water Systems Alliance (SysWasser) was attended by 31 delegates and included representatives from the Water Research Commission (WRC), ERWAT, and the City...
Doctors must be taught how to be better counsellors on lifestyle choices
People who smoke and drink too much, don’t exercise and eat unhealthily are likely to suffer from non-communicable diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. They are also likely to die early. More than most, they need counselling on how...
Expanding horizons through technology
The School of Public Leadership (SPL) has just successfully concluded the 2016 Hons BPA/BCom contact week in Centurion, Gauteng. To further the university's overarching strategic priorities to broaden access; sustain excellence; and enhance...
African drumming: New rhythm in therapy
Drumming therapy can help to reduce anger and tension and increase a sense of wellbeing, writes Dr Nicola Plastow, from the Division of Occupational Therapy, in an opinion article published by Bhekisisa in the Mail & Guardian on 7 March...
Protest and occupation on Stellenbosch campus
Protesters evacuated Stellenbosch University's (SU) Old Main Building ( Ou Hoofgebou) just before midnight on 9 March 2016 after being served with a letter advising them that they were occupying the building unlawfully and had to vacate the...
Stellenbosch University addresses ‘rape culture’
Stellenbosch University (SU) has long taken a firm stance against all forms of sexual misconduct and violence against women. The Rector's Management Team (RMT) has therefore noted with concern recent claims about a 'rape culture' at the...
SU opts for viable sourcing
Despite the latest wave of protest action in which dismissed workers of external service providers are allegedly playing a key role, Stellenbosch University (SU) remains committed to viable sourcing as an alternative to insourcing, and...
Statues and symbols: creating a welcoming culture
Stellenbosch University (SU) acknowledges that visual symbols evoke different emotions and experiences amongst people, especially in a diversified and historically divided country like South Africa. In principle, a historical interpretation...