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A joyful celebration filled with blessings for SU’s 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor

The informal celebration of the inauguration of Stellenbosch University’s (SU) new Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, started on a festive...
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Treat others with integrity, and see it returned to you: Zimbili Sibiya

Treat others with integrity, and see it returned to you: Zimbili Sibiya

​To Zimbili Sibiya, leaders must be able to take charge of themselves before they can lead others. This attitude is seeing her thrive as research coordinator of...

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SU student one step closer to becoming a killer whale specialist

SU student one step closer to becoming a killer whale specialist

​​With a research grant from the Ocean Stewardship Fund (OSF), Stellenbosch University (SU) student Lindiwe Makapela hopes to finally realise her dream of one...

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Always ready to learn more: Simone Alexander

Always ready to learn more: Simone Alexander

​​​It's Women's Month and the Faculty of Education celebrates the remarkable women in the faculty. Simone Alexander is in charge of the Department of Education

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SU postgrads in earth science win best thesis awards in South Africa

SU postgrads in earth science win best thesis awards in South Africa

​​​Postgraduate students in the Department of Earth Science at Stellenbosch University (SU) are making history this year, with two awards from the Geological...

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Women’s Day: SU experts highlight women’s ongoing struggles

Women’s Day: SU experts highlight women’s ongoing struggles

​Women's Day was celebrated on Friday 9 August. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University shine the spotlight on some of the ongoing...

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Social Impact: SU Law Clinic offers a legal lifeline to communities

Social Impact: SU Law Clinic offers a legal lifeline to communities

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

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