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Research Commons
2025-08-26 ROSS Home Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Contact Us, Each campus has a dedicated Research and Scholarly Communication Librarian available to support you throughout your research journey. Virtual our of the Mahikeng Library Virtual our of the Mahikeng Library Mahikeng Campus Mirenda Hlope Mirenda.Hlope@nwu.ac.…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-locations
Research Commons
2025-08-26 ROSS Home Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Locations, [accordion collapsed], Mahikeng Campus, Mahikeng Library, Building A-7, Ground Floor Campus map and directions to the Mahikeng Campus , Potchefstroom Campus, Ferdinand Postma Library, Building E7A, Third Floor Campus map and directions to the Potchefstroom Campus , Vanderbijlpark Campus, Vanderbijlpark Library, Building A14, Split Level 2 Campus map and directions to the Vanderbijlpark Campus [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-booking-spaces
Research Commons
2025-08-26 ROSS Home Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Booking Spaces, Both Junior and Senior Research Commons offer discussion rooms that can be booked online Reserve a room via LibCal Collect or drop off keys at the Loans Service Desk, and staff will explain usage time & provide the register.http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-borrow-renew-return
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Borrow, Renew & Return, How to Borrow Books [accordion collapsed], Who can Borrow Books?, All registered staff and students of North-West University can borrow books from any of our campus libraries. Be sure to present your university card for all borrowing transactions., Where to Borrow Books?, Circulation Desk At the Circulation Desk, you can check out, renew, and return books, pay fines, pick up holds, and more. These desks are typically located near the main entrance of each library. Self-Checkout Machines Self-service machines are available at…, Requesting Items, If a book you want is currently out on loan, you can request it through the Holds Manual: How to Place and Manage Holds in the Library hold service at the Circulation Desk. The library may ask you to return high-demand books earlier than their due date. If…, Borrowing During Recess, If you're going on vacation and have books on your record, or plan on borrowing books before leaving, ask Circulation Services to adjust the due dates to match the start of the new term. You can also How to Renew Your Books Online through the Library renew…, Email Reminder Notices, For NWU Staff and Students: You’ll receive notices via email and SMS about recalled items, Library Holds Manual: How to Place and Manage Holds hold requests , Document Delivery Manual: How to Request and Access Library Materials document delivery (intercampus…, Please note the following, You are allowed a maximum of two renewals per book. Items requested by another user cannot be renewed. Return these items as soon as possible. If returned after the due date, a recall fine will apply, in addition to an overdue fine. Items from the reserve…, You can renew your books using any of the following methods, Web Renewal: Go to Access and Manage Your WorldCat Discovery Account your account and renew your books online. [ How to renew your books online User Guide ] Self-Checkout Machine: You can renew your books using the self-checkout machine, but please note that…, Important Information, Books must be returned by the due date indicated on the date label inside the book or on the self-checkout machine receipt. Overdue books will incur a fee . You are responsible for all items borrowed using your University card. Library Fines Overdue items:…, You can return books using the following methods, Circulation Desk – Return books directly to the circulation desk. Self-checkout machine – When returning books via the self-checkout machine, please take your receipt as proof of a successful return. Book Bin (Dropbox) – Located next to the Main Library…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-access
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Access & User Categories, Access to NWU Libraries and Databases [accordion collapsed], NWU Students and Staff, Only registered students and staff members of North-West University are permitted to access our libraries and databases. Physical Access: A valid university card is required to access any of the NWU libraries. My Account: Log in to Manage Your WorldCat…, Prospective Master's and PhD Students, Prospective Master's and PhD students can apply for access to any NWU library up to six months before registering as a master's or doctoral student. Please complete the NWU Library Registration Form for Prospective Students Prospective Student Application…, Members of the Public, External members who wish to borrow materials or use library facilities must apply for membership by completing the External Membership Application Form for Library Access External Membership Application Form . Submit the completed form and/or proof of…, User categories - How many books can I take out, and for how long?, Membership Category Number of items Loan period (days) Database Access Interlibrary Loans Undergraduate (Years 1–3) 6 14 Yes No 4th-Year Degree and Honours Students 10 30 Yes No Master’s and Doctoral Students 15 30 Yes Yes Academic staff 20 90 Yes Yes Support…, Letter of Introduction for Access to Other University Libraries, A Letter of Introduction is a request made by the NWU Library and Information Service (LIS) on behalf of a student or staff member, seeking permission to access another university's library. NWU LIS also accepts requests from other university libraries for…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-document-delivery
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Document Delivery (Intercampus Requests), What is Document Delivery? Document Delivery allows NWU staff and students to borrow books and request scanned materials from other NWU campus libraries. How to Use Document Delivery? WorldCat Discovery Intercampus Request Form for Library Materials Submit…, Books to Mahikeng, Books from Potchefstroom Libraries take 3-7 working days to arrive in Mahikeng. Books from Vanderbijlpark Library take 7-10 working days to arrive in Mahikeng. For more information, contact Contact Itumeleng Kolodi for Library Assistance Itumeleng Kolodi at +…, Books to Potchefstroom: Ferdinand Postma Library and branch libraries, Books from the Mahikeng Library take 3-7 working days to arrive in Potchefstroom. Books from Vanderbijlpark Library take 72 hours to arrive in Potchefstroom. Books between the Ferdinand Postma and branch libraries will be ready for pickup after 24 hours. For…, Books to Vanderbijlpark, Books from the Mahikeng Library take 7-10 working days to arrive in Vanderbijlpark. Books from Potchefstroom Libraries take 72 hours to arrive in Vanderbijlpark. For more information, contact Contact Daniel Monyamane for Library Assistance Daniel Monyamane at…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-book-collections
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us Book Collections at NWU…, Short Loan Section, The Short Loan Section contains materials that can be borrowed for short periods, such as for a day, overnight, or over the weekend. Items borrowed overnight or for the weekend must be returned within one hour after the library opens. Failure to do so will…, Open Collection, The Open Collection holds the majority of the Search the Library Catalogue Using WorldCat Discovery library's materials , including subject-specific books, both old and new. These can be borrowed by any registered NWU user, with borrowing durations varying…, Reference Collection, The Reference Collection consists of materials for quick consultation, such as encyclopedias, dictionaries, and indexes. These items cannot be borrowed and must be used within the library. Complete List of eReference Works Subscribed to by the Library…, Journal Collection, The Journal Collection includes periodicals, magazines, and serials that are published regularly. In addition to physical copies, access to a range of online journals is available through the library’s subscribed Complete List of Databases Available at the…http://library.nwu.ac.za/information-services
ILS - Information Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Information Services: 1st Year Navigator Academic Integrity Conferences Disability Services Guides, Events & Training LibGuides Printing & Photocopying Short Courses Contact Us , Information Services, Information literacy home page Information literacy home page Information Services plays a vital role in equipping users with the skills necessary to navigate today's complex information landscape. We deliver inclusive, comprehensive instruction in all…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-courier-service
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Courier Service for M and Ph.D. Students, Master’s and Doctoral students at NWU can arrange for the delivery and return of books, journal articles, and other library materials via courier service. For more details, please contact your nearest Circulation Desk. Mahikeng: Contact Contact Nomzingisi…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-account
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Accessing Your WorldCat Discovery Account, From your Access Your WorldCat Discovery Account WorldCat Discovery account , you can access the following pages: Checked Out Items: View your current loans and renew them if applicable. Overdue Items and Charges: Check the details of any fees issued by the…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-circulation-lending-services
ILS - Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Circulation and Lending Services, Circulation Services home page Circulation Services home page Circulation and Lending Services constitute a fundamental pillar of library operations, serving as the primary interface between the library and its users for managing all aspects of the lending…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-fines
Circulation & Lending Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services: Access & User Categories Book Collections Borrow, Renew & Return Courier Service Document Delivery eReserves Fines Holds Interlibrary Loans My Account Self-Check Machine Contact Us , Fines, Make sure to return or renew your loans by the due date. Do not give your items to someone else for return, as you will be held responsible for them, not the person returning them. Treat your university card like a credit card—report it immediately if lost or…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/book-launch-community-psychology-global-crises-local-realities-and-action
Book Launch - COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY Global Crises, Local Realities, and Action by Norman Duncan, Vera Roos & Jace Pillay
2025-08-27 You are warmly invited to the launch of the book "COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY Global Crises, Local Realities, and Action", by Norman Duncan, Vera Roos & Jace Pillay. Edited by Norman Duncan, Vera Roos, and Jace Pillay, Community Psychology: Global Crises…http://library.nwu.ac.za/library-robots
Library Robots
2025-08-27 About, NWU LIS is embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) by introducing the library's Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. The physical library robot will take over mundane tasks and respond instantly to our library clients. The primary mission of library…, Robots on each campus, NWU Library Robot The NWU robots assist students with efficient library navigation by offering real-time guidance to specific sections, answering basic questions, and providing information about library resources and operating hours. Mahikeng: Sebueng (…, The Robots can assist you with, Navigating the library and finding specific sections Locating librarian offices and restrooms Answering general questions about the library Providing information on library services and operating hours Offering guidance on how to use library resources, How to interact with the Robot, Start a conversation Tap the robot’s screen to begin interacting. Ask a question The robot can answer library-related queries, such as directions to librarian offices, restrooms, and other facilities. If the robot gets stuck or doesn't return to its dock…, Specifications of the robots, Autonomous navigation Moves independently across the library floor. Avoids obstacles and patrons while adjusting to different flooring types. Monitors battery levels and automatically returns to the charging station when power drops below 20%. Elevator access…, Contact, Sibusiso Sigudla Sibusiso Sigudla Mahikeng +27 (0)18 389 2211 Amkele Jampethu Amkele Jampethu Potchefstroom +27 (0)18 285 2668 Thabang Lediga Thabang Lediga Vanderbijlpark +27 (0)18 910 3495http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-academic-integrity
Information Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Information Services: 1st Year Navigator Academic Integrity Conferences Disability Services Guides, Events & Training LibGuides Printing & Photocopying Short Courses Contact Us Copyright, Plagiarism, and Academic Integrity [accordion…, Copyright, Copyright protects intellectual property under the Copyright Act 98 of 1978: Understanding Copyright Laws in South Africa Copyright Act 98 of 1978, preventing unauthorised reproduction of literary or musical works. In South Africa, as a signatory to the Bern…, Plagiarism, Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s work or ideas without proper acknowledgement, presenting them as your own. This includes copying text, paraphrasing, or translating without crediting the original author. It is considered academic theft and a…, Academic Integrity @ the NWU, Academic Integrity at NWU: Upholding Ethical Standards in Research and Writing Academic Integrity AI at NWU: Embracing Artificial Intelligence for Academic Excellence and Innovation AI @ NWU How to Cite ChatGPT: A Guide for Proper Citation in Academic Work…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-printing-photocopying
Information Services
2025-08-27 ILS Home Information Services: 1st Year Navigator Academic Integrity Conferences Disability Services Guides, Events & Training LibGuides Printing & Photocopying Short Courses Contact Us , Printing & Photocopying Services, IT Service Catalogue: Printing Services & Costs Printing options and associated costs . Printer & Copier Policies: Printer & Copier Policies Standardisation and usage guidelines . Student Printing Facilities: Campus Printing Locations Available at…, Mahikeng Library, Campus Copy Shop: Offers printing and photocopying services. Additional Facilities: Printing facilities are available at the Undergraduate Teaching and Learning Centre and the Senior Research Commons in the Library. Problem Reporting For printer-related…, Potchefstroom Libraries, Nashua Copy Shop (Building F1, Basement) Services: Printing, copying, stapling, binding, and laminating Print sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 Ferdinand Postma Library Printing & scanning available in the Information Commons. Quick print facility in the foyer:…, Vanderbijlpark, The Copy Shop is located on the library's ground floor and offers a range of printing and copying services. Services Available: Printing, copying, and scanning Coin-operated photocopy machine Ring binding Lamination Problem Reporting For printer-related…http://library.nwu.ac.za/photocopying-printing-and-scanning
Printing, photocopying and scanning
2025-08-27 IT Service Catalogue: Printing and cost Standardisation and rules for printers and copiers Printing facilities for students Campus Library Services [accordion collapsed], Mahikeng Library, Copy Shop on campus with printing and copy facilities. Additional Facilities: Printing facilities are available at the Undergraduate Teaching and Learning Centre and the Senior Research Commons in the Library Problem Reporting For printer-related issues (…, Potchefstroom Libraries, PaperCut Loading Stations Nashua (Building F1, Basement) IT Walk-In Service (Building F20, Room G49) Problem Reporting Nashua is responsible for all printer-related matters, such as paper, toner, faulty printers, and maintenance. For assistance, contact …, Vanderbijlpark, A Copy Shop is available on the ground floor of the Library. Services Printing, copying and scanning services are available. A coin-operated photocopy machine is available. Ring binding Lamination Problem Reporting IT is responsible for all printer-related…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-information-learning-services
Information and Learning Services (ILS)
2025-08-27 ILS Home Circulation & Lending Services Information Services Appointments, Bookings & Events Forms My Account Information and Learning Services home page Information and Learning Services home page Information and Learning Services plays a pivotal…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/student-chapter