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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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SUNCOM’s Hein Swanepoel honoured with SU Chancellor’s Award for exceptional leadership

SUNCOM’s Hein Swanepoel honoured with SU Chancellor’s Award for exceptional leadership

In recognition of his significant contributions to Stellenbosch University (SU), Hein Swanepoel, Senior Director of SUNCOM received the prestigious Chancellor’s...
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Advances in AI can help prepare the world for the next pandemic

Advances in AI can help prepare the world for the next pandemic

An article published in Nature journal outlines how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can revolutionise the field of infectious disease research and significantly...

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UK-Africa research project uses music to support maternal mental health

UK-Africa research project uses music to support maternal mental health

Stellenbosch University (SU) researchers are participating in an international project that explores how music can support expecting mothers' mental health. The...

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Get to know your lecturer: Na-ella Khan

Get to know your lecturer: Na-ella Khan

We spoke to Auditing lecturer, Na-ella Khan on her experience as...

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Get to know your lecturer (and Acting Dean): Prof Pieter von Wielligh

Get to know your lecturer (and Acting Dean): Prof Pieter von Wielligh

We spoke to Acting Dean, Professor Pieter von Wielligh who...

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From banners to bags – SU sews up sustainability with Matie pride

From banners to bags – SU sews up sustainability with Matie pride

Instead of discarding damaged promotional banners and flags after an event, Stellenbosch University (SU) has partnered with a local NGO to upcycle the disused...

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