Academia Suit up, because this is going to be LEGENDARY. #challengeaccepted

Welcome to Academia Your decision to take up residence at Academia means you have just joined a unique village of friends. Academia is a vibrant, diverse urban community of 955 students and everything we do is aimed at promoting the core values of Honour, Excellence, Respect and Kinship.

leadership circle along with the mentors who will guide you through your first year.

This Information Booklet should provide you with what you need to know before you arrive, and to understand a little more about what to expect.

We also offer you a few tips on what to bring to help you settle in to res, varsity life, Stellies and the most stunning surrounds. We highly recommend that you purchase the social packages to ensure you don’t miss out on any of the social events for the year.

For starters, it has a map of the entire Academia residence clearly indicating the four houses; Boschendal, Mostertsdrift, Saxenhof and Weltevreden. These houses will become a very important part of your life at Academia. It introduces some of the key people at Academia; from resident head Oom Schalk to the four house committees and new

It gives you the most important dates to diarise in the welcoming programme and tells you about the compulsory clothing package for First Years.

Take the time to read this booklet over the festive season and if you have any questions or if there is anything you are still unsure about, feel free to call us on 021 887 1260. Regards from the Executive Leaders Matthew Schiff, Tiaan Jacobs, Bruwer van Dyk, Pierre Joubert.

The Welcoming Programme Each year the varsity organises various events to introduce newcomers to student life, and these are compulsory for all First Years. The theme for the 2015 welcoming programme is Challenge Accepted. Academia’s welcoming programme runs parallel to the University’s orientation from the evening of Wednesday 21 January to Saturday 31 January. In addition to getting to know each other and what residence life is all about, it will help you understand how the university works, where the various faculty buildings are and how the library and associated services function. This is so that once the academic year starts, you’ll be able to get down to work without frustrating and time-wasting admin hindrances. It also helps integrate you into the new system of university, allowing you to start the year with friends made and a good understanding of what you can expect from your time on Stellies campus.

The first interaction between the new first-year students and the house leaders will take place on the evening of 21 January, but those not able to check in by then can join the programme on 22 January. Parents are invited to attend a presentation by the Academia Leadership Circle on 22 January from 20h00 to 21h00 in the large hall on the Academia campus.

Important dates to diarise: Thursday 15 January

First-year Academia residents check in

Wednesday 21 January Don’t be nervous about the welcoming programme. It’s loads of fun and a fantastic opportunity to meet people and make new friends. Giving your all during welcoming and being optimistic about all the events will only make it more enjoyable. And the weather is great at that time of the year in Stellenbosch, so don’t forget to bring comfortable clothing – shorts, slops, old clothes, a hat or cap, and sunscreen.

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Thursday 22 January

Parents’ Welcome in the big hall 20h00 to 21h00

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We recently restructured our student governance structures to bring our leadership closer to our residents. We

We are looking forward to welcoming all new and ‘old’ residents in 2015. Until then, we wish you a happy festive season. Please be careful and drive safely wherever you go.

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It starts straight away with the offer of support during the Welcoming Programme and during those first few weeks of uncertainty. It is our mission to provide every resident with the opportunity to study and socialise with other Academians from a wide variety of origins and backgrounds. It’s about learning to live within a diverse society that’s managed through values, rather than rules.

have sub-divided Academia into four separate houses, namely, Mostertsdrift, Saxenhof, Weltevreden and Boschendal. Each house has a ‘circle’ of four leaders and an executive leader as well as an assistant resident head whom we call a ‘thought leader’. These executive leaders and thought leaders will sit on the executive committee with me. We are very excited about the new structure and what it holds for the future of Academia.

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Dear First Years and Parents At Academia we strive to be a home from home for all our residents – especially our newcomers. Apart from providing them with a place to live, we are also committed to creating opportunities for them to develop personally in areas of leadership, creativity, etc.

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The Academia Social Package On your check in into Academia on 21 January we offer you the opportunity to buy a social package which gives you tickets to all of Academia’s big social events at a fantastic one-off price of R875. There are only 300 tickets available and can only be purchased on your arrival at Academia by EFT, credit card, cheque or cash. The package includes tickets for the house dance, Huisfonds dance, Mr & Ms Aca and First Years’ dance, a rugby season ticket and a Varsity Cup t-shirt which you will be able to wear to support our Maties rugby team. We highly recommend the social package as it places all the events together, ensuring you are able to attend and it gives you all the events at a cheaper price than buying the tickets individually.  

Some important items to note The First Years’ Clothing Package is compulsory for all first years On behalf of the Academia Leadership finance team, we would like to thank you for choosing what we like to believe is the best residence on campus. Yes that’s right the best. We look forward to meeting you early next year. Academia, during the welcoming period, is rather busy and filled with loads of activities. Many of these cross over between the University and Academia. After changing our leadership structure last year, we now have different houses and each house has its own colour. So it’s really important that first year students purchase the clothing as it is used during the

welcoming period to distinguish Academia from other campus residences. The clothing package consists of a Academia shirt, a house shirt, Mad2 shirt, Aca cap and a strap bag and is at a cost of R620. The Clothing package must be paid separately from tuition and/or residence fees for administrative reasons. Clothing packages are available from the Academia office at registration, and can be paid for at collection. Payment options for the clothing package only: 1. EFT Academia ABSA Bank Account: 405 114 9962 N1 City Branch (632005) Ref: 1st YR ‘name & surname’ 2. Credit Card (no Diners or Amex) 3. Cash

First Years’ Dance

For first years’ only, this dance is a black-tie formal event for couples, full of dancing and great memories. We set up a beautiful hall to a specific theme, offer a delicious two-course meal and hire a DJ to cater to all your musical needs.

Huisfonsdans

The Huisfonsdans is a themed event hosted every year to raise funds for the House Dance. Students are encouraged to support this event, which offers the chance to dress up, socialise and raise funds. It’s a lot more casual then the other dances and offers an evening full of fun events.

All you need to know about Academia Social Events

House Dance

The Academia House Dance is the biggest event on the social calendar where every Academia resident is invited. It is a formal, themed event hosted on a wine farm, accompanied by plenty of dancing, food and wine.

Mr & Miss Aca

This year we will have a giant fashion show where judges look for two candidates to represent Academia. We ask companies to sponsor clothes and provide a runway for our models to show us what they’ve got. A fun event for everyone to watch and we encourage participation – the more competition the better the show!

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Forget about Idols, Stellies has its own in the shape of the Sêr - an Acapella singing competition that’s loads of fun. This time round we plan to have both a men’s and women’s group participating. You are encouraged to start practicing when you’re in the shower so that you bring your best voices with you in January!

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The straatbraai is the final event on the Welcoming Programme and will be hosted by Academia. It’s going to be a great jol with local bands, radio stations and DJs performing live with indoor and outdoor dance floors. You can braai your own – there’ll be fires available – or buy ready-made boerie rolls.

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Things to bring

Apart from all the usual things you need to bring to make your time at res comfortable, there are some additional items we ask you to pack to ensure you make the most of the Welcoming Programme.

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Visit a wine farm – you will be living among some of the finest farms in the world, take advantage of that opportunity. Hike Coetzenburg Mountain – Stellies is arguably one of the most picturesque universities to be found anywhere, use some of your time to explore these beautiful surrounds. Visit the Jonkershoek Waterfall – the 11 000ha Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is on your doorstep, a nobrainer to do this one! Eat a cupcake at Birdcage – if you think you even have an inkling of a sweet tooth, this is a must-do. Eat a manouche at Man’ouche – with four stars on Tripadvisor need we say more? Taste some yummy artisanal Belgian chocolates at BeBe – getting the picture on the Stellies food thing!

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Visit the Route 44 and Slow Market – open Saturdays and Sundays, this is one of the regions finest food and craft markets. Stopover at the Stellenbosch Botanical Gardens – admission is free and it’s the oldest botanical garden in South Africa, and it’s right on your doorstep. Watch Ser – this a Capella singing competition is world-class and not to be missed. Back your boytjies and watch a Varsity Cup rugby game – Stellies is home to the largest rugby club in the world and have won the coveted Varsity Cup title three times. Visit House Le Roux for some bubbly, artisanal marshmallows and meringues – who thought the French could lay sole claim to the finest, our MCC is delicious.

Canned food The Humanitarian, Environmental and Global Committee collects canned food to donate to communities around Stellenbosch. We ask that each First Year brings at least two cans of food for a good cause. Food First Years are not allowed to leave Academia without supervision during the welcoming period. This is a lockdown period to ensure that everyone participates in all the activities. You need to make sure you bring groceries to last you until Saturday 31 January. There is a shop in Academia where you can buy basics, if those cupboards start looking bare. Specific clothing In addition to your normal wardrobe, please bring some old clothes as we will be doing things like painting trollies and dancing. Also remember to pack some comfortable walking shoes and your swimming costume. For the ‘Vensters’ production, women will need to wear a white shirt and shorts or a skirt, and the men, a white vest or shirt. Sunblock Stellies is superhot at this time of year and we spend a lot of time adventuring around campus. Don’t forget to bring tons of sunblock and, more importantly, to use it! And of course, lots of gees The Welcome Programme is the perfect time to get your university career off to a flying start. It’s when you make your first group of new friends and start to settle into your new life. So bring all your enthusiasm and gees to make the most of this period and to ensure that you quickly become an integral member of the Academia family. You will only experience this programme once, so be prepared to give it your best! [pics for all above]

It’s also about giving back In addition to the tinned food drive we reach out to the surrounding communities through several other programmes, consider becoming part of one of these. Maties Gemeenskap Diens, or MGD Academia is involved in this great programme which was run at Klapmuts Primary School just outside Stellenbosch. It’s a programme that is fun and informative for the children as well as the volunteers and is a great way for those lucky enough to be attending a great institution like the University of Stellenbosch to give something back to those less fortunate. For more information contact le on [email protected] or George on [email protected] to see how you can get involved. Academia Sustainability Committee Academia has gained considerable social conscience in the past year

and in 2015 we will be launching a sustainability committee. Once you have spent time in as beautiful place as Stellenbosch you will realise that we are so privileged. It is our responsibility to ensure a sustainable environment for those following us. Here are some of the trips and activities we have planned for the year ahead: • The Napier Flower Farm • Sustainable Brothers and Sisters • Botanical gardens • The Million Trees Project • Academia Companion Planting • Recycling • Ecomaties collaborations Contact Pierre on [email protected] or Tom on [email protected] for more information.

Vice-head Mentors 2015

The Mentorship Programme For all the fun and socialising that will happen at university it’s important to remember that you are coming for one over-arching important objective: to secure a good tertiary qualification. To that end we at Academia place a premium on personal, academic and career success. Consequently, we would like to assist and offer support as you start your academic career. On arrival at Academia you will, together with a group of other first-years, be allocated a mentor who will act as your source of support during this exciting time in your life. The mentor will always be there, sharing dreams, expectations and goals with you. These mentors will not only be around you during the welcoming period supporting you, but also become one of your best friends. You will have a mentor session almost weekly to ensure that you stay on the right path and grow as much in all the positive aspects of your life.

You will also be challenged to bring new ideas and think creatively as you become one of the next generation.

Major Molebeleli

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076 926 6154

Dianne Lombard

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071 396 0840

Tagatha Lorentz

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076 588 4176

Ansia Van Coller

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082 731 8822

Mentors 2015 Bianca de Marco Hein Wille Kyle Richter Caitlyne Young Karabelo Motsoehli Daniel Ray Shacksnovis Julia Gleesen Ashley Mawson Bokang Mosinoa Greame Stroebel Jerne Lee

Academia’s mentor program is one of the best at Stellenbosch and takes a lot of work from a number of dedicated individuals – all of whom are carefully selected for this important role.

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We are ready to give you a warm welcome and can’t wait to meet you. Accept this “Challenge” and come and make some new friends.

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Simone Scott Tina Meiring Dannica Pedro Kirsty Lyne

Jason de Kock Jan Kotze Savanna Kanzler

It’s time to get excited! See you soon. Wynand Terblanche Head Mentor and Welcoming Coordinator

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Messages from the houses Congratulations on being accepted into Academia. If you were placed in Blocks 1-7 you will be a part of my house, Saxenhof. I am looking forward to welcoming you all into our community. Saxenhof is home to many different students – we house approximately 70 international exchange students, around 60 first-year students as well as many old faces choosing to stay in the euphoria that is Saxenhof. Given this demographic you can imagine that we take on quite a few exciting projects throughout the year – make sure you don’t miss any of them. I hope you are all excited to take on all the new things we provide for your time in Academia.

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I urge you to please read this booklet from cover to cover a few times. It is imperative that you know all the important dates and arrangements for the first few weeks. It makes our jobs much easier and clear most of your nerves! I hope you are all as excited for 2015 as I am. Do not hesitate to contact us should you have any concerns. Regards Bruwer van Dyk Saxenhof Executive Leader 084 469 3530 or [email protected]

Other leaders: Geoffery Whyte Financial Leader

Karna Bester

Recreational Leader

Enja Matthee

Humanitarian, Environmental and Global Leader

Bradd Gilmour

Academic and Sport Leader

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme Mechanical Engineering Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? To experience something different and new. Your favourite memory of your first year? All the epic times with new friends.

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Something every Maties student should try at least once? Explore this lovely place they call Stellenbosch. The best meal in Stellenbosch? Boho Local. What’s one thing every person should try and live by? Don’t take anything for granted and live life to the fullest.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Acc Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? There are not many campuses where one can be surrounded by nature at its best. There’s also incredible pride and honour in Stellenbosch University, and being surrounded by fellow students also experiencing that is amazing. And then, of course, getting a degree at such a respectable university is also important. Your favourite memory of your first year? Our last Vensters performance. All the Academia First Years got on the stage and performed the most fun-filled performance of all time, despite the fact that about 350 people occupied a stage designed for 100!

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Something every Maties student should try at least once? Get involved with community service. Many people see this as a punishment for some reason, but once you’ve started, it’s difficult to stop. The experience of helping those in need, and hearing their stories, is unforgettable. The best meal in Stellenbosch? When your family visits and brings a meal from home! What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Always look back. In order to improve and move forward, you must look back and reflect on what you’ve done in the past.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Sc Food Science (Chemistry) Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? On a family trip we drove through Victoria Street, with all the students walking around on the road lined with trees. Since then I always imagined my student life would be like that. No other university in South Africa offers such a beautiful campus.

Enja Matthee

The best meal in Stellenbosch? The platter at Oude Bakerij in Church Street and the Birdcage cupcakes.

Your favourite memory of your first year? My first Varsity Cup game and Academia trollies. Got to love the gees!

What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? ‘Do not be afraid of greatness; some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.’ - William Shakespeare. ‘We were not born to only just survive, we were made to thrive.’ – Casting Crowns

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Coetzenberg hike, for the sunset.

‘Live truthfully, love deeply, and dream the extraordinary. It just makes life a lot more than just living.’

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Comm (Management Sciences) Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? The student life experience is better as I’ve been told by friends and have experienced for myself. Your favourite memory of your first year? The welcoming, especially the Vensters dance.

Geoffrey Whyte

Something every Maties student should try at least once? To be involved in any type of leadership position. The best meal in Stellenbosch? Any meal a friend makes. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? A moment of pain is worth a lifetime of glory.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme BA Social Dynamics Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? As a little girl it was always a dream of mine to become part of the Maties culture one day when I grew up. Today I find that I’m lucky enough to call myself a proud Matie. Your favourite memory of your first year? I’ll never forget the day I had my first DCM vanilla mocha latte.

Karna Bester

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Every Maties student should at least try to sokkie once ;) The best meal in Stellenbosch? Gino’s pizza. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Never give up half way. Always finish what you started.

Messages from the houses I am a 4th year BComm Management Accounting student with a passion for playing guitar, and I am your Executive leader for 2015. I have served a year as a mentor and am currently serving a second year on the Academia Leadership Circle. I am very excited for the year that’s ahead. You are about to start your journey and Mostertsdrift is the house to be in! We are a house that believes in passion and courage, and we strive to live according to these values. Mostertsdrift consists of blocks 8-12 and is the house in Academia with the best view of the Mountains. Every block has a block leader that will be there to assist you throughout the year. Please

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don’t hesitate to approach any leader with any concern or problem at any time, as we are always ready to help. We hope that you are going to enjoy your year in Mostertsdrift because it’s going to be a great year filled with lots of fun, events, block braai’s and making friends for life. The leaders of Mostertsdrift are very excited to get to know you and to have a great year together. Kind regards Tiaan Jacobs Mostertsdrift Executive Leader 072 446 7972 or [email protected]

Other leaders: Dolfie Cronje

Academic and Sport

Louise Oelefse Financial Leader

Chelsea Basnett Recreational Leader

George Herman

Humanitarian, Environmental and Global Leader

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B Social Work Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? To be a student at Stellenbosch University is such a privilege all on its own. It’s one of the most interesting and beautiful campuses in the world. I chose to study here because of the diversity of people, culture and academics. There are so many interesting opportunities and activities to become involved in and a part of, so you’ll never be bored here. My degree is also lectured and structured by highly qualified individuals with years of experience. Your favourite memory of your first year? The Varsity Cup games at the Danie Craven Stadium at the beginning of the year. It’s one of the only times in the whole year that all the students unite for one common reason. There’s an amazing vibe and gees

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throughout. Vensters was also a really great experience and a lot of fun after all the hard work through the welcoming programme. Something every Maties student should try at least once? Hike to the Jonkershoek waterfalls, especially in the summer. It’s an incredibly beautiful hike and a great place to swim and have a picnic with friends, as well as good exercise. The best meal in Stellenbosch? A Nutella cupcake at Birdcage (because dessert is a meal too ). What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? ‘Be the change you want to see in the world.’

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme Chemical Engineering Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? It’s a degree and a view! Your favourite memory of your first year? The friends made, and the first sleepless night in Firga. Something every Maties student should try at least once? Suit up and go on a fancy wine tour.

Dolfie Cronje

The best meal in Stellenbosch? A ‘Plakkies’ meal. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Always be yourself. Those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind!

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Comm (Investment Management) Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? My dad lives in Cape Town so it’s close to home; and I see Stellenbosch as the best university in the country and was steadfast on coming here. Your favourite memory of your first year? Walking across the Rooiplein for the first time.

George Herman

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Cycling to Jonkershoek and back. It may not seem very far, but it’s more difficult than you might imagine. The best meal in Stellenbosch? Gino’s chicken mayo calzone. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Live each day as if it might be your last.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Accounting Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? Just look around to see the beautiful environment and the awesome people; also because it’s the best place for my degree. Your favourite memory of your first year? The excitement and experience of the whole welcoming period.

Louise Oelofse

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Take part in Vensters - there’s nothing quite like it! The best meal in Stellenbosch? The cheapest one (jokes!). Sushi. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? ‘If I don’t give 120%, someone else will.’

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Comm Management Accounting Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? The University of Stellenbosch is not only one of the most beautiful places to get a degree but it’s ranked the number-one university in South Africa. I believe Stellenbosch is the place to be and the place to develop yourself further than you could ever have expected. I always wanted to be a Matie! Your favourite memory of your first year? The first two weeks - following the Welcoming Programme, dancing in Vensters, and mostly meeting a bunch of amazing people.

Tiaan Jacobs

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Get together with some friends and go to Jonkershoek and hike to the first waterfall, have some lunch there and just relax. The best meal in Stellenbosch? The best quick meals can be found at the Neelsie for a good price; the best burger is at Ryneveld 5; a great pizza is at La’romantica. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Failure lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is to try just one more time.

Messages from the houses Welcome and congratulations for making this leap in your life from home to residence. I am a 3rd year Bsc Human Life Science student and I will be your Executive leader for 2015. We are truly excited to see how we can add to your university experience so that you reach heights far beyond your initial expectations. Well firstly, you are off to a great start by being in the biggest and most vibrant house in Academia! Our house has a lot of spirit and we live the values of Compassion and Strength. We pride ourselves in this and build from these values to make sure everyone feels included and can be part of a long-lasting family. By being able to appreciate one another it comes naturally

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to reach out and develop ourselves and the community around us. We are all so excited to see what you as a new addition to our house can offer, and how your development at university progresses. It’s that perfect combination of being academically aware, having fun, being physically active and being involved that we strive for. Come ready for a crazy welcoming programme and some pretty awesome events throughout the year! Can’t wait! Kind regards Pierre Joubert | Weltevreden Executive Leader 082 559 0329 or [email protected]

Other leaders: Bridget van Wyk

Academic and Sport Leader

Lea Koekemoer

Humanitarian, Environmental and Global Leader

Megan Prinsloo Recreational Leader

A-J Norval

Financial Leader

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Accounting Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? I believe the combination of Stellenbosch University’s rich history and student life, and its undisputed academic excellence, makes it the best tertiary institution in the country. Your favourite memory of your first year? I can’t pick one single memory - I had an awesome first year! Something every Maties student should try at least once? A hike up Coetzenberg or a day in Jonkershoek.

André-Johan (‘AJ’) Norval

The best meal in Stellenbosch? It would have to be a tie between the pizzas/calzones at Gino’s, and the meals at Man’oushe. What’s one thing every person should try and live by? ‘Never leave a victim.’ You should always try to live in such a way that your actions don’t harm others, and thus turn them into victims. No-one gains anything in the long run through undermining the needs of others.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme BA International Relations Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? Why not Stellenbosch?? It’s rated South Africa’s number-one university and it’s absolutely beautiful. I chose Stellies because it offered me the best education possible in the best location possible. Stellenbosch doesn’t only provide you with a degree (if you get that far…), it also offers an education beyond any lecture hall. Your favourite memory of your first year? Dancing Gangnam style for Vensters and meeting new people.

Bridget van Wyk

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Hike up Coetzenberg with mates and spend a night on top of the mountain. The best meal in Stellenbosch? Jalapeno poppers at Slug and Lettice, ousus salad at Jeff’s Place Neelsie and sushi at Suki Tai. What’s one thing every person should try and live by? Being who you truly are in every moment and not changing it for anything. The best you is the you you want to be.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme BA Humanities Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? Coming from an international background, having lived in Swaziland all my life, I wanted to reconnect with my South African identity. The added bonus is that Stellenbosch is beautiful and one of the best universities in the country. Your favourite memory of your first year? Going to Varsity Cup - it was amazing to be part of the vibe and excitement of watching our team play.

Lea Koekemoer

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Go and see the waterfall at Jonkershoek. The best meal in Stellenbosch? At Mousche, Chicken Tayyor - it’s the most amazing thing under the sun. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Be open-minded and you’ll develop a sustainable, inclusive consciousness. Life goes beyond your consciousness.

Leadership biographies Degree BA Humanities Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? It’s a beautiful campus, is close to home and has the best choir in the world. What’s your favourite memory of your first year? When I sang with the Stellenbosch University Choir at the Varsity Cup.

Megan Prinsloo

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Go and watch a full performance or a lunch-hour concert of the Stellenbosch University Choir. The best meal in Stellenbosch? A pizza at Sergeant Peppers. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Do as much as possible. Try everything you want to do, and you’ll have no regrets.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B.Sc Human Life Sciences (Psych) Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? I was truly amazed by the surroundings and I just got that feeling that this is the place where I’ll achieve and experience the most out of life. Your favourite memory of your first year? The Welcoming period - met my best people and got inspired to be more and engage more in fellow students and the community.

Pierre Joubert

Something every Maties student should try at least once? A hike up Coetzenberg - the view, the experience and the moment will stick with you forever. The best meal in Stellenbosch? Late-night Caltex ciabatta. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Stay humble, love generously and laugh at yourself now and then.

Messages from the houses Dear fellow Boschendal Student! Firstly, If you have been placed and are staying between blocks 18 – 22 within Academia, congratulations on being appointed into Boschendal House for 2015! You now form part of a house that prides itself upon, as well as strives to live through, its values of HOPE and HUMILITY. We as a house contain many different and diverse people. Through their individual nationality, culture, language and history make it our responsibility to ensure that each person finds an extraordinary place for themselves in Boschendal. In a mature and exciting approach, you as a first year will be integrated into a system which hosts hundreds of years of tradition yet still remains future-focused in encouraging innovation and inclusivity among all of its

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students at Stellenbosch University. I do urge you to read over this welcoming booklet as often as you can as it does contain very important dates which you need to take note of before Welcoming begins and which should help alleviate some nerves and concerns before the year kicks off! I sincerely hope that you are excited to begin this new chapter of your life with us, because we most certainly are with you! Please do not hesitate to contact me if there are any concerns or questions and I will try my absolute best to accommodate your needs. Kind regards Matthew Schiff | Boschendal Executive Leader 079 043 0520 or [email protected]

Other leaders: Tom Lillyman

Humanitarian, Environmental and Global Leader

Cassidi Beck

Recreational Leader

Eliot Matendawafa

Academic and Sports Leader

Alan Fitzhenry Financial Leader

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B. Comm Management Sciences Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? I wanted a fresh start in a fresh town; I’ve had family here; and, to be honest, I dig the view considering I’m from Joburg! Your favourite memory of your first year? My friends and I going to the beach after test week.

Alan Fitzhenry

Something every Maties student should try at least once? A Matie should have fun and shouldn’t be lazy. The best meal in Stellenbosch? Tapas. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Balance.

Leadership biographies Degree/programme BA Humanities Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? I loved the idea of a university town, where the town was the university and vice versa. It makes for a tighter community which is always something special. Your favourite memory of your first year? Our ALC camp. It was an amazing experience, full of adventure and good company. We all really bonded and formed a good friendship group that will result in an amazing leadership group.

Cassidi Beck

Something every Maties student should try at least once? Splurge on yourself and some friends at a wine farm - there are some incredible ones around here. The best meal in Stellenbosch? You can never go wrong with a burger and a milkshake at 5th Rynevald. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Never consent to mediocrity. Only give your best and accept your best. Never be just average but strive constantly to be the best person you can be.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme B. Eng (Civil Engineering) Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? It has the best engineering faculty in Africa and fate as well (Stellenbosch kind of chose me). Your favourite memory of your first year? The welcoming period, especially the Vensters performance. Something every Maties student should try at least once? Suicide Sunday lol.

Eliot Matendawafa

The best meal in Stellenbosch? MinceMate. It’s like microwave magic - the fastest and most effortless hot meal you can make that’s not noodles. What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? Setting achievable goals, and making sure everything you do leads you to achieving those goals.

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme BA Development and Environment Studies Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? I felt I needed a change and something new. I haven’t looked back. It was certainly one of the best decisions of my life so far! Your favourite memory of your first year? Just the sheer excitement of meeting new and different people from all over the country, being exposed to new ideas, cultures and discussions. And Varsity Cup Mondays! Something every Maties student should try at least once? A DCM pepper-steak pie! As well as to explore our surroundings.

Matthew Schiff

The best meal in Stellenbosch? That would have to be at Manoosh - not many meals beat those wraps! What’s one thing that every person should try and live by? To live life to the full while appreciating their short time here at Stellenbosch University. To remain humble and to respect one another. And to take everything in moderation!

Leadership biographies Degree/Programme BA Development and Environmental Management. Why did you decide to study at Stellenbosch University? I heard great things about Stellenbosch University and got a great deal of influence from my parents. After having come here on holiday, and knowing that Stellenbosch University offered what I wanted to study, I knew that this was the place I wanted to be. Your favourite memory of your first year? Meeting so many new people and forging new relationships; watching Varsity Cup rugby at the Danie Craven stadium.

Tom Lillyman

Something every Maties student should try at least once? A hike up Jonkershoek. Varsity Cup rugby matches. Go wine tasting. A swim in the Coetzenberg dam on a warm summer day. The best meal in Stellenbosch? The pizzas at Bohemia and the Jolly Roger are among the best in town and don’t leave your wallet too battered and bruised! What’s one thing that every person should try and live by ‘When you want to succeed as badly as you want to breathe, then you will be successful.’ – Eric Thomas

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CAMPUS MAP SUPPORT SERVICES 1 Administration, Block A 2 Administration, Block B 3 Administration, Block C 4 JS Gericke Library 5 Neelsie Student Centre 6 Campus Security 7 Centre for Prospective Students 8 Centre for Student Counselling 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

and Development: Reception Development Office Careers Office Academic Counselling and Career Development Therapy and Personality Development Academic Support Centre for Teaching and Learning Campus Health Services Maties Sport DF Malan Memorial Centre Old Conservatoire Bureau for Economic Research SU Art Galery Eben Dönges Centre (Sasol Art Museum) Telematic Services Language Centre (Crozier Street Houses) WAT, 115 Banghoek Road Matie Community Services, Lückhoff School SU Vehicle Fleet Legal Aid Clinic IT Student Help Centre TAS-IT Information Technology Facilities Management Buying and Supplying Services

SPORTS FACILITIES 33 Danie Craven Stadium

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Mathematical Sciences and Industrial Psychology Nursery Natural Sciences Chamber of Mines RW Wilcocks Old Main Building HB Thom Theater CL Marais Library Journalism GG Cillié Arts and Social Sciences Lombardi Konservatorium (University Choir) Theological Seminary Paul van der Bijl Laboratories Welgevallen Experimental Farm Agronomy Sport Science

WOMEN’S RESIDENCES 85 Huis Neethling 86 Monica 87 Harmonie 88 Heemstede 89 Huis ten Bosch 90 Lydia 91 Minerva 92 Nerina 93 Erica 94 Nemesia 95 Serruria 96 Tinie Louw Dining Hall 96 amaMaties hub 97 Sonop (Huis van Niekerk) 98 Irene MEN’S RESIDENCES 99 Eendrag

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Biochemistry Business Management Botany and Zoology Chemistry and Polymer Science Computer Science (Math. Sc.) Conservation Ecology and Entomology Earth Sciences Drama

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Social Work Sociology and Social Anthropology Soil Science Sport Science Statistics and Actuarial Science

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THEOLOGY

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Code of Conduct 2015 The following Code is an extract taken from the full Code. For the complete version go to www. academia.co.za/downloads •

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This Code of Conduct is compiled in co-operation with the University of Stellenbosch to ensure a safe, orderly and pleasant living environment, which in turn is conducive to academic success. Residents acknowledge that Academia is situated upon property belonging to the University of Stellenbosch and that the provisions of the “Disciplinary Code for students of Stellenbosch University (rule 2.11)” which refer to ‘on or in the vicinity’ of the University, also applies to the Academia Development including non US students. All illegal substances, drugs or controlled chemicals are strictly prohibited on the Development and residents who not comply with this provision will face legal and disciplinary action.

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Residents must attend Block and House Meetings organised by the Leadership Circle. If a resident is unable to do so, he/she must formally excuse himself/herself to the relevant Leader, prior to the meeting with valid reasons to not attend. In the absence of a formal excuse the normal disciplinary procedure will be followed. The tampering with, damaging of or unlawful use of any fire equipment within the Unit or within a Block is strictly prohibited by law and punishable by means of a fine or, imprisonment. Fire equipment must, at all times, be placed in their allocated positions in Units and Blocks and may only be removed in case of emergency. Residents are financially liable for any damage

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caused within the Academia Development. Residents will be held responsible for the condition of their Unit and the communal areas which they occupy, as well as the furniture, appliances and equipment therein. Residents will also be held responsible for any damage to the aforesaid, and will be liable for damages caused by their guests/visitors or any person gaining access to the Academia Development through them. All Residents are collectively responsible for the cleanliness and general condition of the Quad Areas (including the gardens) in the Blocks. The Leadership Circle member in charge of each Block will inspect the Quad Area regularly and any issues regarding the use of the Quad Area will be addressed in a Block Meeting and reported to Academia. The use of alcohol is forbidden throughout the lockdown period of the Welcoming Programme. If Residents are found consuming any alcohol they will be held liable of breaching the Code of Conduct and will face disciplinary action. The following equipment may not be tampered with, misused or used for unlawful purposes: fire extinguishers,

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fire hoses, early warning systems, alarm systems, intercom systems, electrical safety devices, safety equipment, ‘Code of Conduct and Emergency Plan’ containers (including the contents) and all access control doors. Residents must partake in all emergency exercises organised by Academia or the Leadership Circle. These exercises are compulsory. All Residents must acquire the “locks” for the doors of their Units from Academia. The appropriate locks will be made available to Residents at a minimal charge. The Academia Disciplinary Committee is compiled in terms of the “Disciplinary Code for students of Stellenbosch University”. The Leadership Circle nominates a chairperson.