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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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Women in engineering can help build a better SA

Women in engineering can help build a better SA

​​​International Women in Engineering Day was celebrated on Sunday 23 June. In an opinion piece for the Mail & Guardian, Prof Sara Grobbelaar from the...

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Statement on Wilgenhof Report

Statement on Wilgenhof Report

​Stellenbosch University (SU) cnfirms that its Rectorate has received and considered the final report of the Panel appointed to review the Wilgenhof Residence...

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New book puts the lender of last resort under the spotlight

New book puts the lender of last resort under the spotlight

  • Prof Stan du Plessis, Chief Operating Officer of Stellenbosch University, co-authored a new book on the importance of Central Bank independence.
  • New book place...
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#Action4Inclusion Social Justice Walk celebrates youth in fundraising efforts

#Action4Inclusion Social Justice Walk celebrates youth in fundraising efforts

​More than sixty people recently joined hands to walk 16 kilometres from Stellenbosch to Bethlehem farm in Kylemore in Stellenbosch University's (SU) fourth...

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Mariner 4.0 helps seafarers in battle against seasickness — Dr Nicole Taylor

Mariner 4.0 helps seafarers in battle against seasickness — Dr Nicole Taylor

​If you are a seafarer, the last thing you want is to suffer from seasickness (motion sickness). When you are busy with deck and accommodation patrols, steering...

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SU to host South Africa’s first FISU rugby sevens championship in 2026

SU to host South Africa’s first FISU rugby sevens championship in 2026

​​​For the first time since its inception, South Africa will be the host nation for the the International University Sports Federation's (FISU) 2026 Rugby...

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