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In a ceremony rich in symbolism, solemnity and celebration, Stellenbosch University (SU) formally installed Prof Deresh Ramjugernath as its 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor on Wednesday, 1 October 2025, at the Endler Hall in Stellenbosch.
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Inauguration marks new era of transformation and excellence at SU

In a ceremony rich in symbolism, solemnity and celebration, Stellenbosch University (SU) formally inaugurated Prof Deresh Ramjugernath as its 13th Rector and...
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Cape Town Marathon: Help Maties cross the finish line

Cape Town Marathon: Help Maties cross the finish line

​Stellenbosch University (SU) staff members, students, and alumni will join over 20 000 runners for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on Sunday 19 October 2025 –...

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Munira Hoosain teaches with heart and intention

Munira Hoosain teaches with heart and intention

This Women's Month, we're celebrating the academic staff at Stellenbosch University (SU) who are shaping minds and inspiring excellence through their teaching...

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Accidental professor champions smarter resource use for future generations

Accidental professor champions smarter resource use for future generations

​Prof Neill Goosen from the Department of Chemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University delivered his inaugural lecture on...

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Prof Tobi Louw explores machine learning’s role in chemical and minerals processing

Prof Tobi Louw explores machine learning’s role in chemical and minerals processing

​​Prof Tobi Louw from the Department of Chemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University delivered his inaugural lecture on Tuesday...

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Shanghai Rankings place SU among world’s leading universities

Shanghai Rankings place SU among world’s leading universities

​When it comes to global university rankings, 2025 is proving to be a good year for Stellenbosch University (SU). Earlier this year, SU featured among the best...

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Prof Debra Shepherd unlocks economics with a human touch

Prof Debra Shepherd unlocks economics with a human touch

This Women's Month, we're celebrating the academic staff at Stellenbosch University (SU) who are shaping minds and inspiring excellence through their teaching...

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