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Graduate's research aims to help humans and machines work better together
Stellenbosch University (SU) doctoral graduate Dale Sparrow has always been interested in how things work in the world and finding solutions for various problems. It is no wonder that his doctoral research would focus on helping humans and...
SU graduate wants to share her passion for science
When Felecia Wells was only five years old, she used to love flipping through her dad's massive biology book and being sucked into a different world. Even though she could not fully read yet, flipping through her father's book sparked an...
Record number of qualifications in 2020 despite COVID-19 challenges
Stellenbosch University (SU) has broken its own record for the most qualifications awarded at the institution in an academic year. The latest figures show that the University conferred 9 234 degrees, certificates and diplomas in 2020 – up...
Three honorary degrees; many qualifications to be awarded at SU's December 2020 hybrid graduation
In addition to its 5 700 qualifications Stellenbosch University (SU) will award three honorary doctorates during its December 2020 graduation ceremonies. A total of 138 doctorates will be conferred. The recipients of honorary degrees are...
Hybrid graduation ceremonies to go ahead next week
Stellenbosch University (SU) will continue with its hybrid graduation ceremonies, which will include small face-to-face interactions and live streaming for the remainder of its graduands. In a communiqué to staff and PhD graduands, Prof...
Fascination with insects leads to PhD
The humble yet industrious dung beetles of the Karoo are important little creatures worthy of big scientific research. So says Lavhelesani (Lavhe) Simba, who received her PhD degree at the Faculty of AgriSciences graduation ceremony, which...
PhD student develops quality grading system for honeybush tea
Tea lovers recognise a good cup of honeybush tea when they drink it: It has just the right aroma, colour and taste on the palate. But how do you distinguish a high-quality brew of honeybush tea from a mediocre one? And, how do you...
Baby and BMil for persevering Phumie
SU graduand Phumie Chetty had it all planned to a tee: She would study hard for her exams, complete her degree and graduate. But as they say: “Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." Little did Phumie know...
New SPL course produces first round of graduates
The first intake of students who successfully participated in the School of Public Leadership's inaugural Advanced Diploma in Public Accountability programme graduated on 16 December 2020. The programme, which is offered within...
2020 SU Chancellor's Award recipients
Stellenbosch University (SU) gave recognition to a cohort of staff members whose careers attest to sustained excellence in research, innovation, learning and teaching, social impact and professional services. These staff members were...