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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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Connected to Africa: Prof Lorna Dreyer, advocate for social justice

Connected to Africa: Prof Lorna Dreyer, advocate for social justice

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

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A day in the life: Dannielle Kenny

A day in the life: Dannielle Kenny

​Extroverted scientist and social engagement practitioner of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) Dannie Kenny adeptly communicates complicated...

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Prof Jansen selected as a finalist in the prestigious NSTF Awards

Prof Jansen selected as a finalist in the prestigious NSTF Awards

Prof Jonathan Jansen, Distinguished Professor in Education Policy Studies at the Faculty of Education, was selected as a finalist for the Lifetime Award of the...

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‘Silent mass disaster’ of missing and unidentified people – the impact of forensic facial imaging

‘Silent mass disaster’ of missing and unidentified people – the impact of forensic facial imaging

​​​An estimated 7 000 - but likely closer to 10 000 - unidentified bodies in South Africa's medico-legal laboratories are waiting to be identified each year...

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Prof Euan Phimister: Economic models help to address key developmental challenges

Prof Euan Phimister: Economic models help to address key developmental challenges

​​Prof Euan Phimister from the Stellenbosch Business School in Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences recently delivered his...

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Connected to Africa: Prof Ben Sebitosi leads the way

Connected to Africa: Prof Ben Sebitosi leads the way

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

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