​​​In a multilingual society like South Africa, it is crucial to integrate learners' different linguistic repertoires in teaching, learning and assessment to promote inclusive education. This is the view of Dr Simthembile Xeketwana...

In a stirring Social Justice Lecture, renowned social justice advocate Lord Dr Michael Hastings urged the Stellenbosch University (SU) audience to embrace sacrifice and solidarity in the pursuit of a more equitable society. Hastings, a...

Instead of discarding damaged promotional banners and flags after an event, Stellenbosch University (SU) has partnered with a local NGO to upcycle the disused material as pencil bags for students. “It's incredible to see something that was...

Ms Malira Masoabi, a postgraduate student from the Institute for Plant Biotechnology (IPB), was invited to attend the annual year-end symposium of the South African Sugar Association (SASA), held in Mount Edgecombe in KwaZulu-Natal. This...

We spoke to Acting Dean, Professor Pieter von Wielligh who lectures auditing on his experience as a lecturer at the EMS Faculty and his advice to future generations. Here is what he had to say. Why did you choose to become an academic...

We spoke to Auditing lecturer, Na-ella Khan on her experience as a lecturer at the EMS Faculty and her advice to future generations. Here is what she had to say. Why did you choose to become an academic/lecturer? I chose to become a...

Stellenbosch University (SU) researchers are participating in an international project that explores how music can support expecting mothers' mental health. The project, 'Community Health Interventions through Musical Engagement (CHIME) for...

​The Registrar of Stellenbosch University (SU), Dr Ronel Retief, sent a letter to new and current Maties on 17 January, with pertinent information regarding registration and the type of financial assistance available to students. Below is...

​New Maties flocked to campus on Thursday (19 January) to be welcomed at their new residences or PSOs. Across campus, one can catch glimpses of parents helping to lug hefty furniture up stairways or troops of new Maties in bright t-shirts...

Published in May to commemorate Workers' Day, our annual #dayinthelife series spotlights our staff at Stellenbosch University (SU). This year, we highlight professional administrative support staff who make a tangible difference in students...