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MESSAGE FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR
Prof Dan Kgwadi talks about the employability of our students and the importance of having regular contact with employers.
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EDITORIAL
We are weaving a colourful tapestry of cultures, passions and talents.
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NWU boasts impressive new facilities
Read more about the new building for the NWU School of Business and the new Pharmacy and Biological Sciences building, which were both recently unveiled.
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Tools to enable research in the 21st century
Information Technology runs a series of workshops aimed at helping researchers address the need for new computational and data skills.
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The verdict is out – Potchefstroom students win mock trials
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Read more about the annual NWU Juta Mock Trial competition which saw more than 150 law students from across the NWU participating.
Focus on: Plagiarism on the rise
Plagiarism is not just confined to students, but is also a trap for staff – especially self-plagiarism.
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Byderhand Haven Stories in De Jonge Akker
Visitors to De Jonge Akker coffee shop on the Potchefstroom Campus can now read short stories on their cellphones while enjoying their coffee.
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Activist with a zeal for teamwork
Clement Manoko, the new executive director for corporate communication in the Institutional Office, is a people’s person and a true activist.
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Elephant statue gives new life to historical symbol
The Faculty of Education Sciences on the Potchefstroom Campus has completed the giant elephant statue that embodies the faculty’s values.
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Head scarves symbolise women power
A group of women at the Institutional Office celebrated Women’s Month in a special way.
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A tapestry of different customs – Halaal – Not just a term but a lifestyle
Noory Yusuf tells us more about the meaning of Halaal and the importance of it to her faith as a Muslim.
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Extra mile
In this series we recognise NWU staff members who go beyond the call of duty, making a difference in other people’s lives.
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Our people – Sisters sing message of hope
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Meet three sisters whose harmony singing in church has led to their forming a band with big aspirations.
TopTips competition
Unwelcome warts are the topic of the potato-powered advice that our Top Tipster, Kiewiet Scheppel from the Potchefstroom Campus, has for us.
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Back page – Exploring our art
Join us while we explore the artworks displayed in the gardens and buildings of the NWU.
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