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Stellenbosch University
Proud graduation for twins with six SU degrees between them
If the Van der Merwe twins were competitive, it might have mattered that Dan received her Master's degree three months before Jess did at Stellenbosch University (SU). But the only time when you'll find the formidable sisters locked in...
Stellenbosch University
Double graduation celebration for a family of Maties
Prof Michele van der Merwe had the privilege of capping not one but two daughters who received their respective degrees from Stellenbosch University (SU) during the March graduation week.
Stellenbosch University
SU celebrates record number of graduates at December ceremonies
SU to host largest-ever December graduation series. the University will award certificates, diplomas and degrees to 6 405 students across all faculties at 13 ceremonies. Three honorary doctorates will be awarded during this December...
Stellenbosch University
For SU graduate Haajir September, setbacks are detours, not dead ends
Covid-19 pandemic robbed Haajir September of a memorable matric year. Throughout her time at Belgravia High School, Haajir kept her eyes firmly on her goal: to study further and build a better future. She graduates this December with her...
Stellenbosch University
Triple success as Pietersen triplets graduate
This week, a set of triplets will all have graduated from SU with flying colours. Kirsten, Liam and Ivan Pietersen have each excelled academically in three distinct fields. Their mother, Christine – well-known on campus through her work at...
Stellenbosch University
A quiet childhood dream propelled Dr Kevin Naude to success
A first-generation graduate reflects on a near-decade academic path from SciMathUS to medicine. Loss, faith, and family shaped Naude’s resilience during the most demanding year of his degree. Mentorship, community and leadership helped him...
Stellenbosch University
It took a village to make S’tha shine on graduation day
S'thabile Duma's graduation story is no ordinary one. Yes, it's a story of triumph over very difficult circumstances and never giving up hope. But ultimately, it's about Ubuntu – about a group of South Africans who came together across...
Stellenbosch University
‘Skut gat and dala’ – pioneering Master’s research captures the lived reality of Winelands womxn
Chérise Adams reframes feminist theory through the lived knowledge of working-class Coloured womxn in the Winelands. Her thesis – written partly in Afrikaaps – centres the care, resilience and everyday strategies of survival often...
Graduation
Graduation
Graduation is a special milestone on our academic calendar. This is when we celebrate our graduates’ academic achievements and honour their journey with SU as their academic home. We look forward to conferring certificates, diplomas...