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Twin triumph: Atlantis brothers graduate from SU

The Blackenberg twins’ journey with Stellenbosch University (SU) began in high school – and this week, they graduated together from the same faculty. Born in...
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Read aloud to a child on World Read-Aloud day

Read aloud to a child on World Read-Aloud day

​In South Africa today, reading levels of learners are a massive concern requiring educators to prioritise reading by finding opportunities to highlight and...

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World Cancer Day: Genetic testing, better healthcare can help improve cancer treatment

World Cancer Day: Genetic testing, better healthcare can help improve cancer treatment

​​World Cancer Day was observed on Sunday 4 February. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University suggest ways to close the global...

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Prof. Thuli and supporters sweat for #Action4Inclusion

Prof. Thuli and supporters sweat for #Action4Inclusion

​Prof. Thuli Madonsela, the first director of the newly established Centre for Social Justice at Stellenbosch University, and a group of supporters for the...

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Enabling social impact through student engagement

Enabling social impact through student engagement

​​On 8 February 2024, more than 5 000 new Matie students will participate in the annual Social Impact Community Morning at Stellenbosch University (SU) during...

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SU newcomers officially welcomed for 2024

SU newcomers officially welcomed for 2024

​The Stellenbosch University (SU) campus was abuzz with excitement during the official welcoming ceremony, held on 1 February 2024 at Danie Craven Stadium.

Thou...

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New TygerMaties welcomed to the exciting world of health sciences

New TygerMaties welcomed to the exciting world of health sciences

“In front of me today are South Africa's future leaders in healthcare. Our future ICU nurses and specialists, or perhaps even our future minister of health. We...

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