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Vaal Triangle Campus News Archive 2011

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Campus brings warmth to vulnerable children on Mandela Day The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (Vaal NWU) warmed the hearts of several vulnerable families during the 67 minutes of community service on Mandela Day.

Deputy Minister inaugurates new Academic Building The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Prof Hlengiwe Mkhize together with several other distinguished members of local and national government recently attended the official opening of a new Education Sciences building on the NWU Vaal.

Sudent news is big Long gone are the days that students had to rely on the grapevine for information about events and happenings on the campus. The Vaal Triangle Campus (NWU Vaal Triangle) recently launched its first-ever electronic student magazine, Student 24/7. What makes this magazine so unique is that it is compiled with students in mind,

Campus salutes postgraduate alumnicommunity The Alumni Office of the Vaal Triangle Campus (NWU Vaal Triangle) of the North-West University is celebrating the joy of life and lifelong learning in 2011.

New Campus Library eagerly awaited “The proposed new library facility will prove to be more than just another infrastructure expansion on the Campus, but will rather serve as a symbol of the Campus’s commitment to lifelong learning and future readiness”.

Campus boasts with new Golden Key Chapter During a recent awards ceremony a number of academic achievers were welcomed into the fold of the prestigious Golden Key Association.

Beauty queen at home at NWU Vaal It would seem as if the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) is renowned for more than just it’s scenic beauty. The Campus is also home to Mandisa Magwa who wears the coveted crown of Miss Emfuleni and who is turning heads everywhere she goes.

Technology to make life easier for lecturers During a recent Innovation Hour initiative hosted by the Faculty of Economic Sciences and Information Technology, NWU Vaal Triangle, lecturing staff were informed about the latest developments in terms of lecture room technology.

Just call – they’ll be there on time, every time! Picture this: It is Monday morning and your day starts with a class presentation at 08:00. True to Murphy’s Law you switch on your workstation only to find that the data projector is not working. What do you do? You can either run off in a state of panic or pick up a phone and dial 3326 for immediate help.

Water Researchers visit the University of Namibia A visit of five academics of the Faculty of Humanities at the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU – Vaal) to the University of Namibia (UNam) prepared the table for research collaboration between the two institutions.

Optentia appointed as extraordinary professors The two extraordinary professors, Prof Ruut Veenhoven (Erasmus University in the Netherlands) and Prof Hans de Witte (Katholieke Universiteit, Leuven) will visit the NWU will present keynote addresses at the South African Positive Social Sciences Symposium on 14 April - 15 April 2011.

Conference to focus on Positive Social Sciences The NWU Vaal Triangle recently made history by hosting the first ever South African Positive Social Sciences Symposium: Optimising Individual, Social and Institutional Potential during April.

Unique discover places Campus in international spotlight “The moment I saw it, I knew that this was something out of the ordinary, little did I know that it would turn life on Campus upside down”. With these words, Ms Jamie Tredoux – a second year BCom student, describes the very first sighting of a curious and unknown species of fish recently discovered on the Campus.

You voted and we listened Staff and students from the North-West University were recently asked to put their ears to use and listen to two distinctly different versions of the University Anthem – the current anthem as well as a proposed new anthem by the student group, Flip a Coin.

Robotics to promote problem-solving skills If you thought robots and technological gadgets where only meant for engineers and inventors think again! A delegation from Trophy Computers and Robotics (TCR Robotics) visited the School of Information Technology and lecturers had the opportunity to acquaint themselves with the advantages

Research programme focuses on optimised potential The Optentia Research Programme is functioning as a focus area on the Vaal Triangle Campus and efforts are underway to apply for recognition as a formal focus area of the North-West University.

NWU Vaal awards top researchers and achievers NWU Vaal Triangle recently paid homage to top researchers and academic achievers within the two faculties. Organized by Prof Linda Du Plessis (Vice Rector: Academic and Planning), the annual Campus Teaching and Excellence Awards took place at the Quest Conference Estate and during this event emerging researchers and staff that excel in quality teaching were acknowledged with awards.

Campus to investigate possible Wi-Fi network A multi million Rand project is currently underway on the three campuses of the NWU (Mafikeng, Potchefstroom and Vaal Triangle) to asses the possibility to establish a Wi-Fi computer network at the University.

Water research the key to discovering sustainable water resources The world’s population is expected to reach the seven billion-mark by 2012. According to a projection of the United States government, the six billion-mark was reached in 1999, which means that it took only 13 years for a billion more people to be born.

Longfellow residence joins campus family The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) recently welcomed the first students to the newly completed Longfellow residence. This off-campus residence is home to more than 300 students and therefore proudly takes its place as the second largest residence of the campus.

Health Awareness Day champions good health The Campus Clinic in conjunction with the Student Representative Council (SRC) on the Vaal Triangle Campus recently hosted a Health Awareness Day and by doing so illustrated that a healthy body does indeed house a healthy mind. Think about it.

Women poised to become cricket stars They say the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world, and on the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University, that manicured hand is now holding and scoring runs in cricket. A group of talented female cricket players recently made history by constituting the first ever formal woman’s cricket team on campus.

CSRC President set to ensure effective leadership Never loose your faith and sense of hope. This is the powerful message of Tugela Mpela, the President of the Student Representative Council (SRC) on the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal). As the President of the SRC and the custodian of student life on the campus, Tugela is set to foster a legacy of effective leadership and student cohesion on the campus.

NWU Vaal Triangle wins prestigious Diamond Arrow Award The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) began the New Year on a high note by winning the Professional Management Review’s (PMR) Diamond Arrow Award. The Campus Rector, Prof Thanyani Mariba accepted the award.

Researchers get media smart A special Science Communication Workshop – presented by two well-known and experienced media practitioners, Ruda Landman and Marina Joubert saw researchers learning more about the University’s media policy, media preparedness and tips for liaising with journalists.

First Year students officially welcomed on campus The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) is bursting at the seams with more than 2 200 first year students making ready to register for the new academic year. During the recent years the student numbers on the NWU Vaal Triangle have increased from 3 744 in 2008, to 4 576 in 2009 and 5 269 in 2010.

Memento Vivere – I am alive! The Alumni Office of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal) is celebrating the joy of life and lifelong learning in 2011. A glamorous gala is being planned for the 7th of May and during this gala event the campus will pay homage to its postgraduate alumni members.

New corporate jacket for Rectorate The Vaal Triangle Campus (NWU Vaal Triangle) Rectorate has undergone a corporate transformation and now not only reflects the unique identity of the campus but also the standing of the NWU Vaal Triangle within the North-West University.

Traffic is feathered up! Traffic jams. We all know them and in most cases, detest them. Ever noticed how backed-up traffic either brings out the best or the worst attributes in a person?

Student 24/7 - new campus newspaper It is finally here - our very own campus e-magazine, Student 24/7! Gone are the days when you had to rely on the grapevine for information. Click on the link and dive into thirteen pages of campus news. Student 24/7 will be delivered to your inbox on a monthly basis! Student news for students, by students!

Campus held Eco Health congress The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal) recently held a congress on Eco Health. Please see below some of the contributions by different delegates from other higher institutions.

Harvard South Africa fellowship programme Harvard University offers mid-career fellowships for South Africans from historically disadvantaged backgrounds. Supported by Harvard President Drew Gilpin Faust, these fellowships offer full tuition.

UPSET - Overturning the established order of linguistic research If you thought the acronym UPSET refers to a feeling of sadness or a state of distress, think again! Researchers at the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) is all but upset about the newly approved research focus area – UPSET (Understanding and Processing Language in Complex Settings).

Mother and daughter make a formidable team It is not everyday that two members of the same family share the stage at a graduation ceremony and more so for completing their post-graduate studies.

Campus community bids stalwarts farewell The campus community of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal)recently bid farewell to retiring staff members.

Lecturers visit Egypt for international congress Egypt the land known for the Spinks, the pyramids and a rich cultural history played host to the recent 15th annual IBIMA (International Business Information Management Association) Congress.

Technology makes lecturer evaluation process easier User-friendly and innovative. This is how staff and students in the Faculty of Economic Sciences and Information Technology describes the use of “clicker” technology after putting this interactive technological device to the test during the recent lecturer evaluation process.

Lecturer delivers address at international congress A great honour was recently bestowed upon Mr Andre Mellet, a well known economist and lecturer at the School of Economic Sciences, when he was asked to deliver an address at the international East Meets West Conference in Osaka, Japan.

Floodwater gushes through campus Puddles of mud and debris as far as the eye can see give testament to the recent flooding of the Vaal River– an environmental beacon of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle).

Number-smart students excel in national competition Two number-smart students of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle), Sonica van Dyk and Bongane Shongwe both qualified for the next round of the prestigious Old Mutual and Nedbank Budget Speech Competition.

A New Year filled with new opportunities The mere mention of the words ‘New Year’s resolutions’ can evoke emotions ranging from excitement and anticipation to pure desperation and even cynicism.

Campus signs international co-operation agreement A Memorandum of Understanding was recently signed between the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) and the Oberlin College in Ohio, USA.

Campus awarded grant for Catalyst Initiative The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) recently received a grant valued at $150 000 (American Dollar) to participate in Hewlett Packard’s (HP) Catalyst Initiative.

Campus elects Staff Member of the Year They say action speaks louder than words and in the case of the Directorate Student Administration on the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) the saying rings true.

Campus spread Christmas cheer in the community During the past festive season the staff of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal Triangle) opened their hearts and their wallets to lend a helping hand to those less fortunate than themselves.
Updated by Jeremy Mooi on 22 Julie 2011

05/17/2012 - 12:30

Optentia welcomes two extra-ordinary professors

The Optentia Research Programme recently welcomed two extra-ordinary professors in their midst and by doing so further enhanced their standing as a research entity of note on the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University. The two extra-ordinary professors, Prof Sesh Paruk and Prof Hans de Witte, each delivered a prestige lecture to students (both undergraduate and postgraduate), members of the research community as well as campus management as a gesture of acceptance.

05/15/2012 - 13:16

Professor delivers inaugural lecture

The Faculty of Economic Sciences and Information Technology on the Vaal Triangle Campus recently congratulated Prof Etienne Barnard on delivering his inaugural lecture.

05/15/2012 - 12:35

Campus celebrates academic excellence

The ancient Greek philosopher, scientist and physician once said that individuals are known by what they repeatedly do – and if this is true, excellence and achievement are not an act but a habit.

On the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal) the academic staff members serve as an exemplary example of what Aristotle was trying to convey.

05/09/2012 - 10:46

Mother's day

04/23/2012 - 13:00

NWU Vaal Open Day: 5 May 2012

If you are still undecided on what you want to study after completing school, you should not let the Open Day pass you by. On the 5th of May 2012 you will have the opportunity to peak behind the curtain of varsity life and experience the thrill of being a university student at the Vaal Triangle Campus.

Open Day image

04/18/2012 - 16:54

Students read their residences to victory

According to the World Literacy Foundation (WLF) illiteracy has major social and economic consequences on a person’s life. The inability to read can be directly linked to poverty, unemployment, social exclusion, and crime and it is furthermore estimated that 796 million people in the world are illiterate, whilst many more struggle to read to a satisfactory level.

04/18/2012 - 15:33

Alumnus shares his view on SA’s budget speech

The global economy can be seen as the flipside of a coin – with the one half represented by the developed markets and the other by the emerging markets. The problem that is currently facing the advanced economies – especially in Europe, can be contributed to a so-called “balance sheet problem” according to Mr Ettienne le Roux, Chief Economist at Rand Merchant Bank. This, together with factors such as restricted fiscal policies, elevated government spending and low tax rates gave way to Europe’s low Gross Domestic Product (GDP) average of 0.5% for the 2012/2013 financial year.

04/18/2012 - 14:08

Faculty applaud academic achievers

It is said that patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success, and after the recent Academic Achiever Award Ceremony of the Faculty of Economic Sciences and Information Technology on the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal), the saying seems to ring true.

04/02/2012 - 13:56

Polish students call NWU Vaal home

For Karolina Drejerska and Anna Jasiak the saying -home is where the heart is, does not seem to ring true. Although they pledge their allegiance to their country of birth, Poland, they have fallen head over heals in love with the picturesque Vaal Triangle Campus and already feel at home on the banks of the Vaal River. The 22 year old duo is currently pursuing their BA Honours degrees in Linguistics in the School of Languages within the Faculty of Humanities. “We were immediately filled with excitement when our Linguistic Department’s supervisor, Prof Bertus van Rooy approached us with the prospect of studying at the Southern tip of Africa,” said Karolina.

04/02/2012 - 13:45

Campus bleeds for a good cause

Staff and students of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University recently took time of from their busy schedules to take part in a blood drive hosted by the South African Blood Services (SANBS).

According to SANBS spokesperson, Ms Melissa Baqwa, each unit of blood donated can save the lives of three people. One unit of blood amounts to 475 ml.

04/02/2012 - 13:29

Intercampus Sport Day – a winning initiative

The Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal) Campus recently played host the University’s Intercampus Sports Day for students. Sports teams from all three NWU Campuses – Mafikeng, Potchefstroom and Vaal Campus came together to display good team spirit in a variety of sporting codes such as netball, soccer, rugby, chess and hockey.

04/02/2012 - 13:19

In the hot seat with Ruda Landman

Hold on to your fundamental belief in your work and relax! With these words a number of researchers from the Vaal Triangle Campus (NWU Vaal) recently undertook a challenge of a different kind – they ventured into the fast paced media world with none other than Ruda Landman as their guide.

Media veteran, Ruda Landman’s career spans more than 30 years.

04/02/2012 - 13:07

Blood, sweat and tears for hockey ladies

The NWU Vaal women hockey team’s first friendly match of the season did not go as planned as they lost by 8-0 to NWU Pukke - their older university sibling. The outcome of this match will definitely serve as motivation for the team to improve during the season. NWU Pukke had already started their season by competing in the competitive Pretoria League, which includes other heavyweights such as Tuks and TUT.

04/02/2012 - 12:37

NWU Vaal women’s cricket looks to make it two in a row

The NWU Vaal women’s cricket team is flying the campus’s flag high, and is diligently raising the bar for women’s cricket in general, after a very successful season in which they are still undefeated after playing all their regular season games.

04/02/2012 - 12:18

NWU Vaal Rugby aiming for top spot

Practice makes perfect. This age-old adage is one that can never be forgotten, especially if one wants to reach for the stars on the sporting field of dreams. This year promises to be a year of great sporting success, especially for the campus’s rugby club.

03/22/2012 - 16:42

Committee to represent NWU Vaal Alumni fraternity

Ask any one of the members of the newly constituted Vaal Triangle Campus’s Alumni Advisory Committee what they think is better than being a student and they will unanimously answer you - being an alumnus! The Campus’s Alumni Office recently achieved yet another milestone when the first-ever Alumni Advisory Committee was constituted. This committee represents the Campus’s strong and vibrant professional network of over 10 000 members, located around the globe.

03/06/2012 - 17:12

Campus celebrates World Happy Day

A happier world begins with you. With this statement by Action for Happiness – a movement of people who are passionate about creating a happier global society, people form 60 countries across all seven continents celebrated World Happy Day on 11 February 2012.

03/06/2012 - 17:10

Campus signs international cooperation agreement

It is often claimed that internationalisation lies at the very nature of institutions of higher learning since universities produce knowledge; knowledge that is inherently universal and thus transcends country boundaries.

03/06/2012 - 17:06

NWU Vaal lectures receive international Code06 training

An internationally acclaimed approach in idea to business concept development (known as Code06) was recently taught to lecturers of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University (NWU Vaal). The guest lecturer was Mr Martijn Huis from Groningen in Holland, who is also the course developer and owner of the Code06 program.

Mr Martijn Huis the course developer and owner of the Code06 program

02/28/2012 - 14:41

Academic achievers home at the Vaal Triangle Campus

The senior management of the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University recently celebrated the achievements of first year students who passed the 2011 national senior certificate examination with four or more distinctions. This annual event provides an informal platform from which management can interact with the new students and motivate them to persistently continue on their journey of academic achievement.

During the event the Campus Rector, Prof Thanyani Mariba congratulated the students on their choice to study at the North-West University and invited them to embrace all
opportunities that will come their way and henceforth enjoy an unmatched student experience.