Student Life

Hundreds of Stellenbosch University (SU) students have stepped up to make a difference during the latest blood drive, held at the Neelsie Student Centre from 28 to 31 August. The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) visits the… read more

The third term is packed with fun activities, fierce yet friendly rivalries, and cherished traditions that bring university communities together in full force. At Stellenbosch University (SU), Derby Week is not just a sporting event – it… read more

In South Africa, millions of people go to bed hungry every day, while 10 million tons of food are wasted, according to Jakob Holbak, founder of Refreshi. One local startup app, Refreshi, is tackling both issues head-on… read more

On Wednesday, 7 May 2025, a Gender Based Violence awareness screening took place at the Neelsie Cinema, at Stellenbosch University (SU). This was an event hosted by the Student Representative Council (SRC) in collaboration with the SU… read more

As a first-year student, you’ll experience plenty of firsts: your first lecture, your first part-time job, your first apartment, and so much more. One of the many perks of living on your own, or even with a… read more

Erik van Zyl, a proud Stellenbosch University graduate, now serves as the Faculty Administrator for AgriSciences in the Registrar’s Office. From the excitement of registration to the joy of graduation, Erik walks alongside students through every step… read more

A ten-minute scroll becomes your doom. A quick check-in to see what’s up online becomes your downfall. Whether it’s TikTok or Instagram, social media’s addictive algorithm can become a virtual trap – and a real problem. Think… read more

. There is a current discussion on campus on whether university assessments genuinely reflect what students know and if they are preparing us for the working world post graduation. Assessment methods shape student experience, learning, and future… read more

Walking down Church Street, surrounded by cafes and restaurants, it can be tempting to tap your bank card left, right and centre. Unfortunately, as many of us know, as a student there is a limit to our… read more

Stellenbosch University (SU) aims for a sustainable future. By doing this, SU is investing in “world -class renewable and sustainable energy research, advisory services, awareness campaigns and training programmes.” On Thursday, 17 April, the Environmental Sustainability Team… read more

With the sunny summer days coming to an end, we look to darker and colder mornings, but on the bright side, we also look to a new season of trends and styles. Die Matie asked a trendsetter… read more

This year Stellenbosch University’s (SU) annual fundraising campaign #It’sGivingMaties ran from 6 March and concluded on a high note with the GivingDay celebration on 16 April. Maties from all over the world – students, parents, faculty and… read more

Since Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, Rector and Vice-Chancellor at Stellenbosch University (SU), stepped into the role on 1 April, SU has been presenting him as approachable, transparent and hands-on, while being specifically marketing his image towards Generation Z,… read more

The piano in the Neelsie has been a fixture in the student centre, filling its already noisy floors with the gentle (and sometimes discordant) sounds in the student center. However, at the start of the new term,… read more

As Stellenbosch University (SU) campus security guard Masixole Wellington Ngqubungu, mostly just known as Wellington, becomes a TikTok sensation, students across campus cannot stop talking about him. Over the past few weeks, he has gone from a… read more

Congratulations, you have made it through the A1 season! Whether it was with a few bumps in the road or smooth sailing – you lived to see another day or, in the case of every Matie, another… read more

On Saturday 15 March, prospective students got a sneak peek into their future, when Stellenbosch University (SU) hosted its annual Open Day. Our future Maties seemed to be ecstatic as they were already on the SU’s grounds… read more

Stellenbosch University (SU) has always been a popular choice for further studies amongst international students and, more specifically, Germans. Die Matie interviewed a German lecturer and student to find out about their experiences at SU and how… read more

Stellenbosch University (SU) is greatly invested in international inclusion and diversity. But how much does our institution truly invest in the lives of the students who must adapt to a new environment? SU offers a wide variety… read more

Maroon was not the only colour on the streets of Stellenbosch on 17 March. Green, white and orange flooded the clubs as students embarked on a night out of dressing up and drink specials. Maties’ take on… read more