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For president
Ds ?Riaan de Villiers

We need pragmatic, future-focused, inclusive, and consultative leadership. I have invested the skills and knowledge I gained at SU into collaborations with people of good faith, seeking to contribute to healing our nation from the wounds, trauma, and indignity of our past. ?I believe that as the beautifully diverse Convocation of SU we can collaborate through courageous and enriching dialogues that draw from the lessons of our history to address current injustices and collective fears. We can transform divisive systems into paths of unity that support future generations of students in building a more inclusive, equal, and just society.?

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?Mr Johan Acker Smit

SI am a Christian, a patriotic South African, an experienced executive and businessman and proudly Afrikaans. I understand the importance of sound values and accountability in order to sustain excellent organisations. Regrettably, Stellenbosch 肆客足球 reflects all the characteristics of another institution in decline. This cannot be allowed. I will stand and fight for strong leadership and accountability, merit, equal opportunities, sound traditions and the retention and expansion of Afrikaans as a language of instruction. For me, Afrikaans is not only a language, it is a set of values and a culture. It is who I am.

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For secretary

Mr Bernard Pieters

I am a South African Christian, a father, a husband, an experienced manager, businessman and proudly Afrikaans. ?I will contribute robust leadership, accountability, meritocracy, equal opportunities, noble traditions and language equality. I believe in a holistic development of our academic community, aiming to foster an environment that nurtures both academic excellence and intellectual diversity. For me, Afrikaans is not only a language, it is a set of values and a culture. It is who I am. I will be honoured to have your support in this election.?

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?Mr Chris Biel

Drawing from my diverse background as a current student leader who has actively participated in various university leadership structures, alongside my rural upbringing, I offer a unique perspective to bridge the gap between tradition and innovation within Stellenbosch 肆客足球's Convocation Executive Committee. Navigating student governance complexities, I will advocate for inclusive policies that resonate with ALL students. Fostering dialogue and understanding, I aim to unite our rich heritage with evolving student needs. Focusing on fair and reasonable university policies, we ensure Stellenbosch 肆客足球's enduring excellence for all students.??

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?Mrs Taryn Cohn (Moos)

We need pragmatic, future-focused, inclusive, and consultative leadership.I believe in and advocate for a Convocation that diligently and pragmatically engages the challenges faced by our 肆客足球 and broader society, with a keen focus on boosting SU’s global reputation and better supporting all members of our community, especially vulnerable or first-generation students. ?I am enthusiastic about applying my institutional knowledge of SU and my skills in strategic communication and marketing to help ensure the Convocation keeps SU relevant and future-ready, thereby also maintaining the value of our degrees as SU increasingly takes its place on the global stage.

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?Mrs Isabelle de Taillefer

South Africa's biggest challenges since unification are not behind us. It's ahead. The obsessive medication of pre-millennium problematics, also within academia, has birthed distorted thinking that denies current realities and negates rights of existence. Cultural guillotines for a language group, especially at a flagship university within its impressive catchment area, are nonsensical, unreasonable and counterproductive. Afrikaans is more than a language. It's a value system, a culture, a way of being. SU has always regained its balance in our seismic landscape, and new shifts threaten. It's time again for a vista reflection and re-evaluation of its place, role and vision.???

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Mr Jan Naude de Villiers 

As a 4th generation Matie and father, I want to play my part in ensuring that my own children, as well as those of my fellow alumni, have access to the same world class education that I received, but also the same unique social and campus culture that make our US so unique. I support a culture of inclusion and tolerance, balanced with a preservation of existing? Afrikaans campus culture that positively contributes to the unique offering of the US. Afrikaans is not just a language, it's a set of values. It's who I am!??

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?Mr Celenkosini Gabriel Lukhele

I am a lifetime learner with over 16 years of professional experience, on a mission to bridge divides. In the industry I bridge the divide between digital and business, socioeconomic divides, in professional bodies between institutions of high learning and industry, and more importantly in the convocation committee between university management, students, alumni and industry. Open Learning platforms and e-learning are redefining education boundaries post COVID-19 pandemic. My role at the convocation is to help SU to successfully claim their rightful stake, and to continue to be a leader in the education future state. Daarsy Maties!?

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?Mr Simphiwe Malaza

I aspire to transform Stellenbosch 肆客足球 into a beacon of diversity and inclusivity. As a dedicated academic and entrepreneur with a master's degree in finance, my vision is to foster an environment where every student, irrespective of background or race, feels valued. Pursuing a Ph.D. reflects my deep commitment to education. Together, let's shape policies within the convocation to promote inclusivity, address historical imbalances, and elevate our institution. I envision a global hub where African and world scholars converge, creating a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative academic community for a brighter, united future at Stellenbosch 肆客足球.?

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?Ms Karen-Christine Meiring (Kabous)

We need pragmatic, future-focused, inclusive, and consultative leadership.? I envision a SU community that doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations, welcoming diverse opinions while playing a leading role in today’s South Africa. A university that celebrates curiosity, cr?eativity, rigorous debate, and solutions. I endeavour to create an environment where we could imagine a future that speaks to each of us in the language we call home. Where we don’t make assumptions based on cultural identity. I look forward to surprising and even unlikely conversations and insights, with new outcomes that reminds us we are proudly South African.

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?Mr Bernard Oosthuizen

Stellenbosch 肆客足球 needs proper accountability, competent leadership and true stakeholder engagement. Young alumni, especially those who are still students as I am, lack representation at the highest levels of the institution. In this mission I endeavor to: Hold the institution accountable to its values. 2.Champion academic freedom. 3.Accurately represent the views and interests of the entire convocation in a competent and collaborative way. 4.Ensure prudent use of student and alumni resources. I aim to advance SU as a leader in education, research and social cohesion in South Africa.

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