2nd NWU AI Lunch & Learn Session
You are cordially invited to the 2nd NWU AI Lunch & Learn Session, hosted by the NWU AI Working Group, featuring guest speaker Mr. Dennis Kriel, a Senior Instructional Designer/Educational Technologist at the Department for Education Innovation at the University of Pretoria. Title: Enhancing Practical Legal Education with an AI…
Leopards Lair 2025
We are delighted to invite you to the Leopard’s Lair 2025 Final Pitching Event, where North-West University's brightest entrepreneurial talents will take center stage. This prestigious competition features innovative student entrepreneurs competing in two categories: Side Hustles and Research-Based Ventures. Join us for an inspiring evening…
Research Ethics Committee Members Training
You are cordially invited to the Research Ethics Committee Members Training, presented by Mrs Marzelle Haskins. This training will focus on upskilling and reskilling participants in the ethics review process, ensuring a thorough understanding of best practices. Training will only take up to 50 participants onsite and will offer the…
Colloquium: International Open Access Week
You are invited to join the NWU Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, in collaboration with the Library and Information Service, as we celebrate International Open Access Week. Theme: Community over Commercialisation. This year's theme continues from last year: "Community Over Commercialisation," highlighting the importance of…
Webinar: Introduction to Altmetric Explorer at North-West University
The Library and Information Service cordially invites you to an engaging webinar on Altmetric Explorer, a powerful tool designed to help you track and enhance the impact of your research. Overview of Altmetric Explorer Gain a comprehensive understanding of Altmetric Explorer by exploring its core features and capabilities. This section…
Prestige Lecture by Dr. Mampho Modise, SARB Deputy Governor
The Principal and Vice-Chancellor of North-West University (NWU), Prof. Mzuvanzi Bismark Tyobeka, warmly invites you to a prestigious lecture delivered by Dr. Mampho Modise, Deputy Governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). Topic: The overview and role of the SARB, monetary policy, financial stability, and economic statistics…
Threads Exhibition Opening
The NWU Gallery, in partnership with the Faculty of Education, proudly presents a curated selection of artworks by the 2024 Visual Art for Education students. Through their projects, students explore, reimagine, and engage with contemporary art practices, while also addressing themes of inquiry into the world, within the world, and among…
Pitso 2024.4 Webinar: The First Medium Term Budget Policy Statement of the GNU: A Review
You are cordially invited to join us for the PITSO Webinar. The 2024 MTBPS is expected to prioritize balancing the immediate need for economic recovery and social support with ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability. Key focus areas will include fiscal consolidation, managing the national debt, boosting economic growth, tackling unemployment, and…
15th CHPC & 7th NITheCS Coding Summer School
You are cordially invited to the 15th CHPC & 7th NITheCS Coding Summer School that is attended at a designated university or research location in southern Africa. Theme: Foundations in Data Science & Computational Thinking. The School offers: Daily lectures, code-along, interactive tutorials, and assignments. STEM talks…
Recognition Of Prior Learning National Conference In the Indigenous Knowledge
The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), in collaboration with North-West University (NWU), invite you to a National Conference Workshop aimed at developing and finalising norms and standards for six indigenous knowledge disciplines in KwaZulu-Natal province. The conference is expected to host between 80-100 participants, including…
Agriculture Policy Indaba
The Department of Agriculture, Economics, and Extension at North-West University warmly invites you to an online discussion and deliberation under the theme "Agriculture Policy Indaba." As we celebrate 30 years of democracy, this event will provide an opportunity to reflect on inclusivity and transformation in agriculture, with a special focus…
Public Lecture by Prof. Elijah G. Kiarie
The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences cordially invites you to a Public Lecture by Prof. Elijah G. Kiarie, a professor and holder of The McIntosh Family Professorship in Poultry Nutrition at the University of Guelph. Title: New Frontiers in Monogastric Nutrition: Understanding the Interface of Nutrition and immunocompetence.…
International Fraud Awareness Week
You're invited to join NWU in commemorating International Fraud Awareness Week. This initiative aims to raise fraud awareness within the NWU community and beyond. As part of our commitment, the NWU Internal Audit department will host a live-streamed session on fraud awareness on 19 November 2024, at 9:00 AM. This year, guest speakers from…
2nd International Indigenous Knowledge Systems Webinar Series: Decolonizing Methodologies Underpinning Indigenous Research
You are cordially invited to the 2nd International Indigenous Knowledge Systems Webinar Series on "Decolonizing Methodologies Underpinning Indigenous Research", presented by Prof K. Shai, a full professor at the University of Limpopo, is an award-winning Afrocentric scholar and the current President of the South African Association of Public…
Inaugural Lecture by Prof Menno van Zaanen
Topic: The Digital Humanities Revolution in South Africa: The Journey from Beginning to Beyond.
Water and Climate Symposium
You are cordially invited to the Water and Climate Symposium. This symposium will address the district's critical water and climate challenges, promoting citizen engagement and community-driven solutions. It will explore the water-climate nexus, climate adaptation strategies, and cutting-edge innovations in water management. The symposium will…
Inaugural Lecture by Prof Ian Bekker
Topic: The Word Made Flesh: Reflections on Phonetics and the Incarnate Word.
Inaugural Lecture by Prof Rachid Ouifki
Topic: Mathematical Insights into the Complex Dynamics of Communicable and Noncommunicable Diseases.