Together, we can do bolder things, says new Stellenbosch University Rector

Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, the 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University (SU), officially stepped into his new role this morning (1 April 2025). He takes over from Prof Wim de Villiers who completed two terms at the helm. A seasoned and highly experienced higher education leader with extensive senior executive experience in the sector in South Africa, Ramjugernath served as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Learning and Teaching at SU since January 2021.