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With deep SU ties, Louis du Preez takes up role on University Council

When Louis du Preez arrived at Stellenbosch University (SU) in 1990, it was his first visit to the town. Fresh from completing his compulsory military service...
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Can AI tools identify crucial health-related research questions?

Can AI tools identify crucial health-related research questions?

​The jury is still out on whether artificial intelligence may potentially play a role in identifying important and impactful health-related research questions...

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No time for hibernation at SU International: The show must go on

No time for hibernation at SU International: The show must go on

​​​While the rest of Stellenbosch University (SU) quietly goes into winter hibernation and our students enjoy a well-deserved recess, the team at SU...

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Malawian delegation visits SU to benchmark development of a new mining curriculum

Malawian delegation visits SU to benchmark development of a new mining curriculum

A delegation from Malawi's higher education and mining sector visited the Department of Earth Sciences and the Departments of Chemical Engineering and Civil...

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Africa’s First International School-leaving Qualification Gains Momentum with Successful ISC Examinations

Africa’s First International School-leaving Qualification Gains Momentum with Successful ISC Examinations

​​Stellenbosch University's Unit for International Credentialling (SU-UIC) is proud to reflect on a milestone in advancing accessible international education on...

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Building Resilience: African Experts Gain Critical Skills in Health Disaster Recovery

Building Resilience: African Experts Gain Critical Skills in Health Disaster Recovery

​​Stellenbosch University (SU), through its Partners Enhancing Resilience for People Exposed to Risks – University Consortium (PERIPERI U), partnered with the...

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Mandela Day: Experts focus on Madiba's enduring qualities

Mandela Day: Experts focus on Madiba's enduring qualities

​​​​Boldness, diplomacy, and a commitment to democracy — these are just some of the qualities that come to mind when one thinks of Nelson Mandela. In...

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