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SU features among leading higher education institutions globally in several subject areas

As the new academic year approaches, it’s welcome news that Stellenbosch University (SU) continues to feature among the leading higher education institutions...
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PhD candidates learn secrets to success at ADA winter school networking event

PhD candidates learn secrets to success at ADA winter school networking event

As part of its 2023 hybrid winter school, the African Doctoral Academy (ADA) in Stellenbosch University (SU) International hosted a networking event on 11 July...

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Promoting indigenous foods could improve food security in Southern Africa

Promoting indigenous foods could improve food security in Southern Africa

​Despite an abundance of indigenous vegetables and fruits in Southern Africa, people in the region continue to suffer from food insecurity. It appears that...

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Show your support for FMHS’ Mandela Day Fundraiser

Show your support for FMHS’ Mandela Day Fundraiser

Giving is synonymous with Mandela Day, which is celebrated annually on the late Madiba's birthday on 18 July. In the spirit of Mandela Day, Stellenbosch...

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If the going gets tough, you go canoeing around Mauritius

If the going gets tough, you go canoeing around Mauritius

Liezel Matthee, our Chief Director Facilities Management’s personal assistant, and her husband decided to explore the famous island of Mauritius a little...

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Don’t distract the dog … and other lessons from Lead with Disability

Don’t distract the dog … and other lessons from Lead with Disability

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     Lead With Disability programme 
  • ​​Did you know that when you meet someone who is blind, you should resist the urge to engage with their service dog? While...

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    ACU summer school at SU sparks frank conversations among Commonwealth students

    ACU summer school at SU sparks frank conversations among Commonwealth students

    ​Forty students from 22 Commonwealth countries gathered at the recent Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) summer school, hosted by Stellenbosch...

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