Stories
Discover stories of our pursuit of impactful solutions, building learning communities that leverage the latest technologies,
and our exceptional people.
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Justin de Villiers leads with empathy, not ego
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Keagan Diab found a new purpose after losing her Olympic dream
The injured rugby player lay on the ground in obvious pain with a broken leg. Around him, a group of inexperienced first aiders were beginning to panic. For...
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Alwaba Tom creates safe spaces for students to grow
For much of his childhood in the Eastern Cape, silence filled the small home where Alwaba Tom grew up. Encouragement was scarce. Money was tight. His...
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For Haki Sebina the sky is the limit
For Haki Sebina, coming to Stellenbosch University (SU) was not simply about earning a degree. It was about discovering who she could become, authentically...
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Lwandisile Mhlanga is passionate about empowering students to thrive
In 2020, Lwandisile Mhlanga arrived at Stellenbosch University (SU) from Orange Farm near Johannesburg with little more than a suitcase and the determination to...
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Lateefah Matinka is making overlooked futures visible
Lateefah Matinka is living testimony that young people from overlooked backgrounds can occupy and reshape educational spaces. For the dynamic young woman, this...
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Gomolemo Nkgoedi is proving that small acts can change lives
Long before Gomolemo Nkgoedi became a medical student, he was a patient. Growing up in a township outside Bloemfontein, he spent much of his early childhood in...
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