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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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Business ethics and compliance get a boost at SU with two new appointments

Business ethics and compliance get a boost at SU with two new appointments

​​Stellenbosch University (SU) recently appointed a Business Ethics Officer, Lindokuhle Sibiya, in the newly established Business Ethics Office. A new...
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Prof Jonathan Jansen receives prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award

Prof Jonathan Jansen receives prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award

Stellenbosch University (SU) is proud to announce that Distinguished Professor of Education, Prof Jonathan Jansen, has been named the 2025 recipient of the...

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A showcase of rare talent for rare diseases

A showcase of rare talent for rare diseases

To raise funds and awareness for rare disease patients, Stellenbosch University's Rare Disease Genomics Research Group​ is holding an online auction of original...

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Two astronomers join SU’s physics department as extraordinary faculty members

Two astronomers join SU’s physics department as extraordinary faculty members

​The Department of Physics in Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Science is pleased to welcome two astronomers into its academic ranks: Dr Rob Adam, who joins...

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Governor Lesetja Kganyago new Stellenbosch University Chancellor

Governor Lesetja Kganyago new Stellenbosch University Chancellor

​​Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), was unanimously elected to the office of Chancellor of Stellenbosch University (SU) today...

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Secure your spot in the Maroon Wave

Secure your spot in the Maroon Wave

Ladies and gentlemen, we have exciting news!

#Move4Maties is taking on the iconic 2025 Cape Town Cycle Tour.  We are going big this year aiming for a Maroon...

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