Stellenbosch University intends to curtail the discretionary powers of its admission policy following allegations its vice-chancellor and rector, Wim de Villiers, violated its policy on admission and nepotism.
Stellenbosch University rector and vice-chancellor Wim de Villiers is under fire for using his discretionary powers to admit a relative to study medicine.
Stellenbosch University senate adopted a motion of confidence in and support of the Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Wim de Villiers, following the release of a scathing report by the SA Human Rights Commission, which found that the university violated the rights of Afrikaans speaking students.
Stellenbosch university's (SU) senate on Friday adopted a motion of confidence in and support for rector and vice-chancellor Prof Wim de Villiers and his management team "in their pursuit of inclusivity and multilingualism" at the institution.