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Pokkel. SU's mascot, welcomes new students to SU
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Campus life

Spirits run high as SU prepares to welcome its new Maties

Thousands of newcomer students will arrive on Stellenbosch University’s (SU) campuses from Monday 26 January to take part in the official Welcoming Programme...
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World Cancer Day: Cervical cancer, patient navigators under the spotlight

World Cancer Day: Cervical cancer, patient navigators under the spotlight

​World Cancer Day was observed on 4 February. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University shed more light on the challenges related to...

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Welcome Maties class of 2023

Welcome Maties class of 2023

​​​​Coetzenburg's Danie Craven stadium was filled with a joyous buzz as first-year students and their families attended Stellenbosch University's (SU) annual...

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African scientists take the lead to improve society — Prof Wim de Villiers

African scientists take the lead to improve society — Prof Wim de Villiers

​The recent Global Scholars Academy, presented by Stellenbosch University (SU)'s Law Faculty and the Harvard Law School's Institute for Global Law and Policy...

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Newcomers encouraged to ‘make a difference’ in people’s lives

Newcomers encouraged to ‘make a difference’ in people’s lives

“Matieland is a place where you can make your dreams come true … So dream big!"

With these words of encouragement, Stellenbosch University (SU) Rector and Vice...

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SU loses valued and loyal friend

SU loses valued and loyal friend

​"Not only has the University lost an extremely talented council chairperson, but a valued and loyal friend of the University." 

This is according to Prof Wim...

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SU pays tribute to Desmond Smith

SU pays tribute to Desmond Smith

Stellenbosch University (SU)  has paid tribute to Desmond Smith, who recently passed away. Smith served on the University's council for twelve years, including...

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