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Awards galore – the GIFT that keeps on receiving
Nov 08, 2018 - A mere two months after being named Distinguished Young Woman Scientist in Social Sciences by the Department of Science and Technology, Prof Nicolene Barkhuizen received three more accolades from the South African Board of People Practices (SABPP). Prof Barkhuizen is the director of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Global Innovative…
A story of hope
Nov 12, 2018 - More and more South Africans realise the importance of coming together and changing their own circumstances for the better. The community of Coligny, a small town in the North West province, recently experienced this true spirit of Ubuntu. Students from the North-West University (NWU), together with South Africa Day, a non-profit…
Three keys unlock Loerie success for students
Nov 12, 2018 - The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential; these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence and this was proved to be true when the Graphic Design students from the North West University yet again showcased their excellence at the 40th Annual Loerie Awards which took place in Durban on the…
The dangers of misusing antibiotics
Nov 12, 2018 - Are you one of the thousands of people around the world who treat a mere headache, the flu or a stomach bug by taking antibiotics? You need to stop. The persistent overuse and misuse of antibiotics drastically contributes to the global increase in antibiotic resistance. With 12 to 18 November being World Antibiotic Awareness Week, the North-…
NWU Rugby Institute kicks off in Vanderbijlpark
Nov 13, 2018 - As from 2019 the North-West University (NWU) will expand the geographical footprint of its thriving Rugby Institute, situated at the campus in Potchefstroom, to include the Gauteng province. More so, the university’s campus in Vanderbijlpark. The vesting of an additional site of delivery for the Institute’s programmes and services in…
What a manjafika journey!
Nov 14, 2018 - They call him Moses, Father Christmas, Manjafika, but actually this impressive man with the snow-white hair is a rock, which as a matter of fact is also what his name means in Sesotho. Prof Fika Janse van Rensburg shares some of his highlights, anecdotes, challenges and special moments from his term as deputy vice-chancellor on the campus in…
Let every minute count, says Prof Daryl
Nov 14, 2018 - He is a man who likes his filtered coffee, is not one for too many formalities and believes in making the most of his time. This is Prof Daryl Balia, the newly appointed deputy vice-chancellor for the campus in Potchefstroom. We asked him to tell us more about himself and how he sees his future role. Q: What type of person are you?A: I don't…
Faculty of Law has a firm foundation
Nov 14, 2018 - The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Law on the campus in Mahikeng can be rightfully proud of its alumni who are carrying out the university’s goal to build and enhance communities. The campus has produced its fair share of community and business leaders who are working towards building strong institutions. It also delivered many…
Social Work Projects Day: combining education and real-life experience
Nov 14, 2018 - The importance of practical experience is paramount in the field of social work, as is the synergistic result of combining education and real-life experience. This is according to Dr Elmien Truter, a professional social worker and lecturer in the North-West University’s (NWU’s) School of Psychosocial Health, after the recent Social Work…
NWU keeps its teaching environment relevant
Nov 15, 2018 - The only thing that is constant is change. To keep up with change, the NWU often updates the content of its academic programmes. As a strategic initiative to ensure relevant and up-to-date study modules and programmes for students, the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) has launched various workshops for…
NWU researcher impress with engineering excellencees
Nov 15, 2018 - Prof Jan de Kock is an engineer that excels and who makes a difference. His excellence and involvement in the engineering industry was rewarded during the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers’ (SAIEE) recent 107th Annual Banquet. According to the SAIEE president, Dr Hendri Geldenhuys, an Engineering Excellence award is made to a…
NWU wins big at 2018 Pendoring Awards
Nov 16, 2018 - Graphic Design students from the North-West University (NWU) showcased their brilliance yet again when they walked away with 10 awards and the top accolade of Overall Winner in the student category during the recent Pendoring Awards on 1 November 2018. They received the Overall award for their interactive installation entry titled “Volk…
NWU Students impress at the Symposium of Natural Sciences
Nov 16, 2018 - For Students from the North West University’s Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences recently participated in the Student symposium for Natural Sciences 2018 Competition. They managed to win some great prizes. Students who are enrolled for the relevant fields of study may participate: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Metallurgy, Physics,…
NWU shares lessons on how to confront fraud
Nov 16, 2018 - The South African Fraud Prevention Services listed a 56% increase in fraud crimes in 2017.At least 70% of men (26-35 years old) make up the number of fraudsters. Women between 36 and 45 make up 33% of victims. At a time when organisations around the world lose an estimated five percent of their annual revenues to fraud, creating fraud…
SAWHAR: science and technology insights for tomorrow’s water calamities
Nov 20, 2018 - Cape Town’s drought crisis in 2018, also referred to as Day Zero, serves as a wake-up call to all South Africans to once again become more aware of the importance of water in the 21st century. This awareness also includes academic research into innovative solutions for future problems. According to Prof Johann Tempelhoff, an extraordinary…
The NWU is the right place to be for academic excellence
Nov 20, 2018 - If you want to excel as an expert in the fields of electromechanical and minerals engineering in the mining, chemical, oil and gas industries, or in a career in the fields of geography or mathematics, hospitality, education and tourism, the North-West University (NWU) is the right place to be. The recent findings of the Shanghai Ranking…