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Our stories

SU's stories about excellence, a transformative student experience, diversity, multilingualism, multiculturalism and our Matie community.

New rock artwork at SU’s Tygerberg Campus a symbol of diversity and change

Prof Frank Tanser unpacks HIV battle in South Africa

Chemistry lecturer closing in on fundraising target of R60 000 for student tuition

Open Day: A resounding success

New Stellenbosch Thuthuzela Care Centre a “beacon of hope” for GBV victims

Doctor, poet and FMHS alumnus Dr Wandile Ganya publishes debut novel

Irshaad's journey to success

MSc student Francisca Darkoh recipient of prestigious Mandela Rhodes Scholarship

Justice Kollapen’s Human Rights Lecture unveils sobering insights about 30 years of democracy

SU honours first-year achievers and their inspirational lecturers

Future professors at SU get a big boost with SUNRISE

Prof Homi Bhabha and William Kentridge offer riveting insights in conversation at SU

First group of successful Future Professors celebrated

Nobel laureates revisit seminal work in Chancellor’s Lecture at SU

SU collaboration within new Guild-ARUA CoRE a milestone in shaping Africa’s sustainable development policies

“Wheels of Opportunity” – Stellenbosch chemistry lecturer cycling 600km for student support

Remarkable PGCE student included in Deaf ICC Cricket World Cup Team

Inclusive education helps students thrive academically, socially

Stellenbosch University’s medical students beat burnout with the stroke of a brush

Record number of Maties cyclists tackle Cape Town Cycle Tour to raise at least R350 000

SU honours top matric achievers at inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Awards

Multilingualism enriches students' educational experience – Prof Deresh Ramjugernath

Communities and youth are key changemakers in overcoming HIV/Aids

Double serving: Two Public Protectors wow at SU Social Justice Lecture

Multilingual education enhances cognitive development, academic achievement

Your mother language: What's in it for you?

Newcomers make a big difference with social impact projects

Enabling social impact through student engagement

Birthday for Bursaries: Show your support to health sciences students

Recognition to a valued professor and introducing new academics

Changing the narrative through engineering and creativity

Agreement between SU’s Campus Health and Stellenbosch Hospital streamlines services

New CIRCoRe head aims to advance categorisation and science at SU

Passion for transformation inspires Prof Fataar's leadership

Times Higher Education Subject ranking confirms SU’s world-class academic offering

Social Justice Conference and Summit inspire collaboration and solutions for pressing problems

Huis Visser uses ping pong to spread awareness of breast cancer

Visual Redress projects completed in the Stellenbosch University Library

New group of Dell Young Leaders start their journey

Listen, Live and Learn discussion during Woordfees explores the complexities of Coloured culture

A year of transformation: SciMathUS celebrates student achievements

Reflections on a decade of partnerships in the Northern Cape

Rector’s Awards 2023: A night of triumph and celebration at SU

SU’s involvement in Africa-Europe Clusters of Research Excellence is a research milestone

Students engage with legendary cricketer Dr Ali Bacher

SU students undertake a transformative journey across the Gariep

SU making a meaningful contribution that will take humanity forward - Rector at sport summit

Frederik Van Zyl Slabbert Lecture: Auditor General offers candid insights about good governance

Stellenbosch University paying tribute to Mandela Month 2023

Stellenbosch University installs sanitary pad dispensing machines on campus

New bursary donor centre elevates the importance of supporting student success

Hoe sê? Konke kulungile! Language workshop leads to fascinating insights

Social Impact Symposium sheds light on transformation at SU

Hidden Years Music Archive: Discover a musical treasure at SU on Heritage Day

SU Archive – our University's institutional memory bank

"Woordfees" would like to broaden perspectives all over Stellenbosch

Meet our newly elected SRC members for 2024!

iKaya Primary School switches on its solar system

Cultivating a culture that promotes student success through co-curricular experiences

SoA social impact initiatives change lives for the better

WOW celebrates 20 years – SU’s social empowerment initiative marks two decades

CrazySocks4Docs 2023: FMHS encourages students to share their stories

‘Mother of the Nation’ honoured in ceremonial blessing of SU’s Krotoa Building

UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competences awarded to SU

A Day in the Life: Diane Gahiza

Connected to Africa: Prof Lorna Dreyer, advocate for social justice

A five-year plan pays off for Maties Rugby Women

SU student wins 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for Africa region 

A day in the life: Katlego Letlonkane

New report showcases SU’s efforts to build “the Africa we want”

A day in the life: Dr Jill Ryan

Initiative highlights importance for self-care for mental health

Future Professor: From a mute boy to a master of languages

Launch of STEM MentHER programme at SU

Three years of helping SU students SOAR – a warm welcome for future graduates

Third language speaker’s love of Afrikaans leads to Master’s in translation