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Connecting the dots: Prof Liezl van Dyk’s vision as new DVC: Academic

Stellenbosch University’s (SU) new Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic, Prof Liezl van Dyk, sees patterns everywhere: in 14-year chapters, prime numbers and the...
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Social Impact: Helping hand for Deaf learners gets recognition at SU

Social Impact: Helping hand for Deaf learners gets recognition at SU

​​​​With Stellenbosch University's (SU) focus on social impact awareness in July, this series of profiles celebrate remarkable individuals and teams who make a...

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SU student partners with GreenPeace Foundation SA to feed hungry students

SU student partners with GreenPeace Foundation SA to feed hungry students

Stellenbosch University (SU) student Francisca Darkoh, who runs a food business called FoodbyFranniDee, recently partnered with the GreenPeace Foundation SA to...

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Strategic SU-Standard Bank partnership applies data science to real-world problems

Strategic SU-Standard Bank partnership applies data science to real-world problems

​​Students from Stellenbosch University (SU) will soon be able to test their data science mettle in solving real-world problems at a flagship hackathon hosted...

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SU student runs online learning platform to help bridge digital divide

SU student runs online learning platform to help bridge digital divide

​​Student by day, and CEO, and startup founder on the side – Alexandra Lutz, who is currently in her first year of a data science degree at Stellenbosch...

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New study reveals hidden health risks of indoor fireplaces

New study reveals hidden health risks of indoor fireplaces

​During the cold winter months, it is nice to light an indoor fireplace for extra warmth or to have the occasional 'braai'. The downside is that you may be...

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Social Impact: YEP empowers young entrepreneurs to create their own futures

Social Impact: YEP empowers young entrepreneurs to create their own futures

With Stellenbosch University's (SU) focus on social impact awareness in July, this series of profiles celebrate remarkable individuals and teams who make a...

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