Message from the vice-chancellor
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Prof Dan Kgwadi talks about ending the year on a high note.
Editorial
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The Eish! was recently crowned as the best digital publication at the SA Publication Forum awards.
Top researchers are a hard act to follow
See what our top researchers have to say about the Excellence in Research Awards.
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Networking with media proves its worth
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The NWU held two networking sessions that further strengthen its relationships with journalists from various media houses.
Law prof serves as acting judge in High Court
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Prof Elmarie van der Schyff says she gained a lot of valuable experience while acting as judge in the High Court of South Africa in Pretoria.
New HR directors are enthusiastic, determined and experienced
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The NWU will definitely reap the benefits of the talent, commitment and expertise that three HR directors bring to their new positions.
Trophy hunting is worth R1,98 billion for SA
A new study headed by Prof Peet van der Merwe shows that hunters spend an average of about R134 500 per hunting trip.
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NWU serious about ethical research conduct
The campus in Mahikeng recently held a workshop on ethics in research, in partnership with two Iowa State University academics.
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GeeXpo: where all the cool geeks gather
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See why the cool geeks recently gathered on the campus in Vanderbijlpark.
Meet our exceptional students – Stefanie’s hammer hits the nail right on the head
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With a personal best of 58,70 m with a 4 kg hammer, final-year student Stefanie Greyling is a valuable member of the NWU’s athletics team.
Excellent sporting year for NWU
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Sports highlights abounded in 2017, with all three campuses raking in medal after medal.
Focus on – Symposium on languages
The NWU recently held a language symposium, paving the way for next year’s language audit and new language policy.
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Our people – This black belt professor has a gentle spirit and deep roots in the soil
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Since Prof Wes Gestring started a Taekwondo Club on the campus in Mafikeng, more than 70 students have taken up the sport.
Back page – Rediscover the bigger picture
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This will help you see the bigger NWU picture of which you are a highly valued part.