2018-11-08
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…
2018-11-12
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…
2018-11-12
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…
2018-11-12
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…
2018-11-13
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…
2018-11-14
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,…
2018-11-14
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…
2018-11-14
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…
2018-11-14
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-…
2018-11-15
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…
2018-11-15
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…
2018-11-16
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.…
