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The Stellenbosch University of the future
I heard on the radio someone says that the only way one could change something in South Africa is to disrupt like taxis blocking the N2 or a week-long stayaway from work. Is that true? Do we want to resort to negative disruptions to create...
This is the year for SUNFin
By Manie Lombard My fellow finance colleagues, I look forward to team-up with you for a successful 2023! We have an extraordinary year ahead of us with the go-live of Oracle Cloud Financials in our SUNFin project, replacing our trusted but...
Are we in October already?
By Nicolette van den Eijkel Is it October already, or are we still in March? The year has been very busy, and the summer holidays seem distant memories. SUFM has been busy with many activities, particularly during the student welcoming...
You can make a real difference on our campus
By Anita Nel I am incredibly privileged to lead one of SU's most dynamic and successful divisions. There is not a university on this continent that offers the quality of accommodation, technology transfer expertise, student centres, support...
A holistic and diverse experience through sport
By Ilhaam Groenewald Last year we enjoyed a great time on and off the field; our strategic objectives and decision-making remain aligned with the vision of Stellenbosch University and the Maties Sport vision "To be the leading university...
Full steam ahead
By Denisha Jairam-Owthar I'm thrilled and excited to see Information Technology Division's team 'full steam ahead' at the start of 2023. IT's digital strategy has been approved, giving us the roadmap to follow on our digital journey at...
Climate Change and Epidemics 2023 Report released at COP28
On Sunday (3 December 2023), on the health day at COP28, a new report on climate change and epidemics was released by the head of the WHO AFRO COP28 delegation, the Ministry of Health of Mozambique and by the Centre of Epidemic Response...
SUFM maintenance team's rapid response saves millions in insurance claims
Boxing Day 2022 came with a massive punch with a flood in Stellenbosch University's Admin A building after a pipe burst on the third floor. Within minutes after security staff saw water streaming out of the building, Facility Management's...
Social workers need better support, study finds
Unmanageable workloads, poor recognition, inadequate supervision and too much stress are just some of the things that make social workers in South Africa quit their jobs. Unsurprisingly, the turnover rate remains high despite the...
On failure, trust and our common humanity
Prof Elmi Muller, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Stellenbosch University delivered this speech at the Colleague of Medicine of South African graduation ceremony. A few weeks ago, a patient came to see me. He had...