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Media release

New internship programme at SU clinics opens doors for aspiring medical receptionists

For many young South Africans, earning a qualification is only the beginning of a difficult journey. The next hurdle is finding the work experience employers...
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Prof Wessel du Toit helps to enhance the quality of wine

Prof Wessel du Toit helps to enhance the quality of wine

​Prof Wessel du Toit from the Department of Viticulture and Oenology in the Faculty of AgriSciences at Stellenbosch University recently delivered his inaugural...

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Connected to Africa: Dr Lueme focuses on a healthy planet

Connected to Africa: Dr Lueme focuses on a healthy planet

The institutional theme at Stellenbosch University (SU) for May this year is “Connected to Africa" and on 25 May we celebrated Africa Day with the rest of the...

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Key competencies principals need to ensure good educational outcomes

Key competencies principals need to ensure good educational outcomes

​Almost three decades into South Africa's democracy, the school system continues to be plagued by unequal learning opportunities. A combined approach of...

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UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competences awarded to SU

UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competences awarded to SU

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Chair in Intercultural Competences has been awarded to Stellenbosch University...

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A Day in the Life: Diane Gahiza

A Day in the Life: Diane Gahiza

​​​​As Project Coordinator of the Centre for Social Justice, Diane Gahiza is a very busy woman. Having a keen interest in social justice issues and excellent...

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New divisional head ‘called’ to occupational therapy from a young age

New divisional head ‘called’ to occupational therapy from a young age

As a child growing up in the Eastern Cape town of Graaff-Reinet, Professor Lizahn Cloete's life took a drastic turn when her beloved grandmother suffered...

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