ABOUT THE NEELSIE
The Langenhoven Student Centre, affectionately known as the Neelsie, is the heartbeat of Stellenbosch University campus.
A place to meet, a hub for entertainment and a retail offering that addresses all the retail needs of students, visitors and staff. The retail and service offering are uniquely tailored for students. The Neelsie sets Stellenbosch University apart from all others with this unique, convenient focus on student life and the contribution to the student experience.
The Neelsie History
Cornelis Jacobus Langenhoven was born on 13 August 1873 and died on 15 July 1932. He was a poet who played a significant role in the development of Afrikaans literature. His most famous and notable work was Die Stem van Suid-Afrika which we wrote in 1918 and was adopted as the National Anthem and parts of it remain in the present National Anthem. His nick-name was Neelsie. It is after him that the Langenhoven Student Centre acquired it’s name and is affectionately referred to as The Neelsie.
On the 15 September 1975, the Neelsie opened it’s doors for the first time for students. It was built at a cost of R2 million. It originally comprised a dance hall that could accommodate 350 couples with seating for more than 600 people as well as various recreation rooms. It has evolved over time and eventually commercialized to offer staff and students the benefit of retail, banking, services, recreation and additional eating facilities on campus by securing quality tenants.
In The Neelsie
The Neelsie was established in 1975
Gross Letable Area (GLA) for tenants
Can be hosted in the food court
Centre Management
The Letting Office manages The Neelsie and is a division of Suncom
Carla Joubert | E-mail: cjoubert@sun.ac.za
Faizel Moos (Manager: Letting Office) | E-mail: faizelm@sun.ac.za
Karin van Veijeren | E-mail: kvv@sun.ac.za
CECO | E-mail: cecoevents@sun.ac.za
Jan Dreyer | E-mail: cm-uos@proevents-sa.co.za
Gaylin Petersen | E-mail: gpetersen@broll.com
Special Facilities
We cater for our disabled shoppers by offering a complimentary wheelchair for the duration of the shopping trip, available at Centre Management. Speak to one of our friendly security staff members if you need assistance. We also have specially designed restrooms and disabled parking bays for your convenience.
Security
The Neelsie is kept safe and secure by Pro Events. For any queries, contact:
For Enquiries Please Contact
Karin van Veijeren
kvv@sun.ac.za
Cleaning Services
The Neelsie is kept spic and span by Broll Cleaning Services.
For Enquiries Please Contact
Gaylin Petersen
gpetersen@broll.com