https://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-excursions
ICIL 2022 - Excursions
Excursions: 14 October 2019, Please note: The excursion is not included in your registration fee. Excursion fees include the entrance fee and the shuttle to the venue. Excursion fees do not include food and beverages. They will be available at all the venues for your pocket. If there are not enough participants for any reason, the trip will be cancelled, and you will receive…https://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-cocktail-function-gala-dinner
ICIL 2022 - Cocktail Function & Gala Dinner
11 October 2022: Official Opening and Cocktail Function, Time: 17:00 Venue: Botanical Gardens (NWU: Potchefstroom Campus. Enter campus (with your driver's license or identification document) at Gate 1 (corner of Gerrit Dekker and Steve Biko Avenues) Dress code: Smart casual Entertainment: Marimba Melodika, 12 October 2022: Gala Dinner, Time: 18:30 Venue: The Roots (954 M C Roode Drive, Potchefstroom) Dress code: Semi-formal/Traditional Entertainment: Black Note Ensemble Sydwell Sithole Cash bar availablehttps://library.nwu.ac.za/hours
Hours and NWU Dates
, Library Calendar, 2025 Library Calendar 2025 - Digital NWU Library calendar (Digital) Library calendar 2025 - For printing NWU Library calendar (A3 Printing) [Revised: 15/01/2025] , NWU Dates, NWU Dates NWU Dates, Events, Events Eventshttps://library.nwu.ac.za/theses-and-dissertations
Theses and Dissertations
North-West University, Boloka: NWU Institutional Repository Boloka: NWU Institutional Repository Advanced Search Theses and dissertations completed at the NWU since 2004 are available electronically via Boloka.Theses and dissertations before 2004 will be considered for digitisation upon request from users. Access to the complete theses (print) collection is…, Important sources, ProQuest: Dissertational & Theses Global Full Text ProQuest Dissertational & Theses Global African Digital Repository African Digital Repository (Sabinet) Current and Completed Research (Sabinet) Current and Completed Research (Sabinet) NavTech (SA Technikon Research)(Sabinet) NavTech (SA Technikon Research) (Sabinet) Union Catalogue of…https://library.nwu.ac.za/ebooks
eBooks
What are eBooks?, An eBook, also known as an electronic book, digital book, or e-book, is a book available in digital format. According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, an eBook is "an electronic version of a printed book which can be read on a computer or handheld device." eBooks Search WorldCat Discovery Keyword Author Subject Title Subject ISBN Advanced…, Recommended, Snapplify - Textbooks Libby eBook collections, Help, [accordion collapsed], Reading eBooks online, You can access eBooks online using standard software on most computers and portable devices. If specific software is required to open and read an eBook online, it often includes its own software (e.g., eBook Central). On library computers, online reading of eBooks is the only option available., Reading eBooks offline, If a downloading or offline option is not presented, it is unavailable. PDF documents not protected by digital rights management (DRM) software can typically be downloaded to most PCs without requiring additional software. To download eBooks to your computer or device, you need a free Adobe account and the free Adobe Digital Editions (ADE)…, Things to keep in mind about eBooks, Not all books are available in eBook format. Most library eBook collections are designed for viewing in a browser on a computer. Due to our licensing agreements with publishers, some eBooks in our collections are limited to one user at a time. eBook files are typically in either PDF or ePub format. PDF files don’t adapt well to various-sized…, Can I Print/Copy & Paste from eBooks?, Yes, but eBooks are protected by copyright law just like printed publications. As a guideline, South African copyright law permits you to print or copy no more than one chapter or 10% of a work, whichever is greater. Different eBook suppliers and publishers have varying rules regarding this, but once these limits are reached, you will be unable to…, Help with accessing eBooks, If you consistently encounter issues accessing an eBook, please contact your Faculty Librarian . [/accordion]https://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-exhibitors
ICIL 2022 - Exhibitors
piql piql piql Digital preservation, archival and long-term data storage services are underpinned by innovative technology designed to keep data alive and accessible. About Secure and future-proof digital preservation Nuclear testing FTEC FTEC FCTEC South Africa’s leading optimisation and digitisation specialists. With over 75 years of…https://library.nwu.ac.za/worldcat-discovery
WorldCat Discovery
What is WorldCat Discovery?, WorldCat Discovery helps people easily find and get resources available at our library and in libraries worldwide through a single search of WorldCat and familiar, authoritative e-content collections. It also connects users to our collections via popular websites where people start their research., In WorldCat Discovery, you can, Search across our collections with a single search Limit your results to online items and available sources Access our libraries all the time Search open-access collections in the search results, How to use WorldCat Discovery, WorldCat Discovery LibGuide Introduction to WorldCat Discovery Search in WorldCat Discovery, How to Search for Information, Finding more accessible information: Textbooks, Databases, [accordion collapsed], List of databases included in every search, Academic Search Complete Access Engineering Africa-Wide Information African Journals AHFS Consumer Medication Information Applied Science & Technology Source American Chemical Society Art & Architecture Complete Artstor ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials Audiobook Collection (EBSCOhost) Business Source Complete CAB Abstracts Cambridge…https://library.nwu.ac.za/theology-library-directions
Directions to the Theology Library
directions to the Theology library, N12 from Johannesburg, Follow the N12 to Potchefstroom. At the fifth robot, after entering Potchefstroom, turn right into Govan Mbeki Drive (old Mooirivier Drive). The Mooi Rivier Mall will be on your right-hand side. Follow the road past the Riverwalk shopping centre, McDonald's and Kentucky on your left. Turn left into Chief Albert Luthuli Drive (Von Wielligh Street…, N12 from Klerksdorp, At the third robot, turn left into Beyers Naudé Avenue (Kruger Street) directly after crossing the bridge. Carry on straight. At the fourth stop sign, Beyers Naudé Avenue becomes Hoffman Street. Turn right at this four-way stop. Pass the first robot and turn left at the following street (Molen street). Continue straight, pass three crossings,…, R53 from Ventersdorp, After passing the artillery school mess hall on your left, turn left at the robot into Meyer Street. Follow the road past the Medi-Clinic hospital on your right. Continue through two four-way stop streets and across a bridge, and then continue through the next four-way stop and the robot. At the next four-way stop, turn right (Molen street). The…, About the Library, The Theology Library serves the students, lecturers, and researchers at the Faculty of Theology (including the Theological School of the Reformed Churches) and ministers of the Reformed Churches of South Africa (RCSA). You can read more about the NWU Libraries ., Address and Directions, Theological School of the RCSA Potchefstroom Campus c/o Molen and Borcherd streets Building K11 Tel.: +27 (0)18 299 2809 Latitude:S 26° 41' 35.2" Longitude: O 27° 05' 47.4" https://goo.gl/maps/U2vY7qDvLqeVpnT46 Potchefstroom Campus map Hours , Quick links, LibGuide for Theology Logos Software Titles (on Library laptop) Puritan Hard Drive (on Library pcs) Databases Circulation Services Interlibrary Loans Document Delivery Photocopying, Printing & Scanning Journal Subscriptions , Undergrad Survival Guide, Undergraduate Survival Guide Undergraduate Survival Guide, Postgrad Support Guide, Postgraduate Support Guide Postgraduate Support Guide, Academic Staff Guide, Academic Staff Guide Academic Staff Guidehttps://library.nwu.ac.za/directions-music-library
Directions to the Music Library
Directions to the Music Library, N12 from Johannesburg, Follow the N12 to Potchefstroom. At the fifth robot, after entering Potchefstroom, turn right into Govan Mbeki Drive (old Mooirivier Drive). The Mooi Rivier Mall will be on your right-hand side. Follow the road past the Riverwalk shopping centre, McDonald's and Kentucky on your left. Turn left into Chief Albert Luthuli Drive (Von Wielligh Street…, N12 from Klerksdorp, At the third robot, turn left into Beyers Naudé Avenue (Kruger Street) directly after crossing the bridge. Carry on straight. At the fourth stop sign, Beyers Naudé Avenue becomes Hoffman Street. Turn right at this four-way stop. Pass the first robot and turn left onto the slipway at the second robot into Thabo Mbeki Street. Continue straight, pass…, R53 from Ventersdorp, After passing the artillery school mess hall on your left, turn left at the robot into Meyer Street. Follow the road past the Medi-Clinic hospital on your right. Continue through two four-way stop streets and across a bridge, and then continue through the next four-way stop and the robot. Pass the next four-way stop and turn left at the next robot…, R501 from Carletonville, After entering Potchefstroom at the first robot, you will find the Conservatory building on your left (before you cross the robot). The Music Library is in the Conservatory building. Music Library Music Library, About the Library, This branch library is housed in the Conservatory, east of Thabo-Mbeki Drive (Van der Hoff Road) and next to the Fanie du Toit Sports grounds. The Music Library serves the staff and students of the School of Music at the NWU: Potchefstroom Campus. You can read more about the NWU Libraries ., Address and Directions, Conservatory Potchefstroom Campus Building K1 Latitude: S 26° 41' 27.0651" Longitude: O 27° 5' 49.2983" Potchefstroom Campus map Hours , Quick links, Music LibGuide Databases ISAM Collection Circulation Services Interlibrary Loans Photocopying, Printing & Scanning , Undergrad Survival Guide, Undergraduate Survival Guide Undergraduate Survival Guide, Postgrad Support Guide, Postgraduate Support Guide Postgraduate Support Guide, Academic Staff Guide, Academic Staff Guide Academic Staff Guidehttps://library.nwu.ac.za/training-manuals
Training Manuals
General, How to use Turnitin How to join the Library site on eFundi, Circulation Services, WorldCat Discovery User Guide, Information Services, How to use Snapplify How to download exam papers, Research & Open Scholarship, EndNote guide for NWU Harvard EndNote guide for NWU Faculty of Law House Style How to register for an ORCID How to add publications to your ORCID profile, Training for Library Staff, Support for Library Staff ( See our YouTube channel for our training videos )https://library.nwu.ac.za/artificial-intelligence-symposium-2023
Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023
Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Satellite Symposium on Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Satellite Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, Announcing the 2023 Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3 rd IFLA Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa 5 - 7 September 2023 The North-West University Library and Information Service, Information Technology and the Faculty of Engineering: School of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering, in collaboration with the IFLA IT Section, are pleased to host this Artificial Intelligence Symposium. …, Aim of the Event, The symposium aims to bring together industry leaders to discuss digital strategies institutions can apply to enable agile, collaborative, and integrated service operations. This implies innovative changes and adaptability in human skills and creative imagination to establish, develop, and maintain an enabling Teaching and Learning environment…, Links, Dr Edmund Balnaves talks about the impact of AI Symposium Feedback Survey PDF Programme Speakers Booklet Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023: Speakers (IFLA Link) Special Issue: South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS), News, PUKfm radio advertisement PUKfm radio interview Follow the development of our Library Bot ., Guest Speakers, AI guest speakers AI guest speakers Read more about our guest speakers . [accordion collapsed], Workshops - Monday 4 and Wednesday 6 September, Workshop 1: Developing robotics for the LIS environment - Prof Pieter van Vuuren Monday 4 September, 11:00 - 12:30 The workshop will be presented by the NWU School of Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Engineering. It will introduce participants to the development of the NWU LIS robots and include a physical tour of the Makerspace. Workshop 2:…, Programme: AIS 2023, 3r d IFLA IT Section Artificial Intelligence Symposium (AIS) 2023 North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa, 5-7 September 2023 PDF Programme Speakers Booklet Special Issue: South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS) Day 1 4 September, Monday 10:30 Registration 11:00-12:30 Workshop 1: Developing robotics for the…, Theme, The central conference theme is Artificial Intelligence in Teaching, Learning, and Research: Promoting Digital Access to Information through Automation. The subthemes are as follows: 1. Artificial intelligence Robotics Process Automation Humanoid Robots for libraries Natural Language Processing Speech processing (Text-speech solutions) Machine…, Abstracts and Submissions, We invite papers for the 2023 Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Symposium on Artificial Intelligence. North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa. Please submit your abstracts using this Google Form . For more information, contact: Ms. Neli Tshabalala (NWU: Director Shared Services) at neli.tshabalala@nwu.ac.za Mr. Lizwi Njani (…, Partnerships and stakeholders, IFLA IT Section participation IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) promotes libraries as vital institutions that enhance people's lives through equitable access to knowledge and information. Innovation and the principles of freedom of access to information through the indiscriminate use of technology and…, Committees, Committee Leaders Neli Tshabalala Neli Tshabalala Neli Tshabalala: Director of Shared Services Ms. Neli Tshabalala is the Director: Shared Library and Information Services at North-West University (NWU), a Ph.D. candidate at the University of South Africa, where she examines resource allocation in academic libraries as an essential determinant of…, Registration Fees and Steps *** Registration Closed ***, Early bird registration: 9 June - 19 August 2023 Online registration: 20 August - 29 August 2023 Registration Fees Note: The registration fee includes the workshops but does not include the cocktail function, gala dinner, or excursion. Category Fee (Rands) Early Bird Registration Early Bird - Local Registration ZAR 4200.00 Early Bird - …, Venue, Directions and Shuttle Services, Venue and Directions The conference will be presented in a hybrid format, with virtual and in-person presentations. Physical venue: The Feather Hill , Potchefstroom, South Africa Address: The Feather Hill, Dagbreek Landgoed, Ext. 1133, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa Guest parking is available. Maps and directions GPS Coordinates 26º39´36.1"S …, Recommended Accommodation, The Feather Hill Email: reservations@thefeatherhill.co.za Telephone: +27(0)66 429 9996 Oudrift Riverside Lodge (3.5 km from the conference venue) Standard Room: B&B - R895.00 PP Standard Room: B&B and Dinner - R1174.00 PP info@oudrift.co.za Telephone: +27 (0)82 441 2370 or +27 (0)18 297 4939 Adato Guest House (7.5 km from the conference…, Functions and Excursions, Cocktail Function: Tuesday, 5 September Attendance fee ZAR 600 per person Time: 18:00 Venue: Feather Hill Hotel Dress code: Smart Casual Gala Dinner: Wednesday, 6 September Attendance fee ZAR 600 per person Time: 19:00 Venue: Feather Hill Hotel Dress code: Vintage or Traditional Attire Cash bar available Excursions Note: The excursion is…, Exhibitors, ExLibris ExLibris ExLibris ExLibris At Ex Libris, we believe in the value of education and research. Our mission is to allow academic institutions to create, manage, and share knowledge. With better tools, our customers achieve their goals and further academic initiatives. Ex Libris Esploro WWIS WWIS WWIS - Worldwide Information Services WWIS…, Contact Information, Neli Tshabalala NWU: Library and Information Service, Director Shared Services Organising Committee neli.tshabalala@nwu.ac.za Dr. Edmund Balnaves IFLA Divisional Chair - Director Prosentient Systems, Australia ebalnaves@prosentient.com.au May Chang Mentor IT Section and Committee Member AI SIG - Library Chief Technology Officer, University of…, Sponsors, AI Sponsors #AISymposium #DigAI2023https://library.nwu.ac.za/artificial-intelligence-symposium-2023-guest-speakers
Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023 - Guest Speakers
Prof Daryl Balia Prof Daryl Balia Prof. Daryl Balia, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Information Technology and Potchefstroom Campus Operations Prof Daryl Balia, former executive dean of the NWU's Faculty of Theology, was appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Information Technology and Potchefstroom Campus Operations in 2019 for a fixed term of five years.…https://library.nwu.ac.za/library-services-efundi
Library Services on eFundi
eFundi eFundi, Quick links, Go to eFundi Join the Library Site on eFundi eFundi Help Page eFundi will be phased out by the end of 2027. Watch the video for more information. , Lecturers: Integrate your eFundi course with a LibGuide of your choice, You can connect your eFundi site to a Library LibGuide to provide the best library resources for your subject to your students. [accordion collapsed], Step 1: Contact your Faculty Librarian, Ask your Faculty Librarian to add the first four letters of your course code (e.g. alde) to the metadata of the applicable Library LibGuide . If the course code is not added to the LibGuide, you will be directed to a general Library services page on eFundi instead of a subject-specific page., Step 2: Go to your eFundi site, Click on Site Info in the toolbar on the left side of the page. Click on Manage Tools . eFundi - site info eFundi - site info Scroll down to External Tools and mark Library Resources eFundi - External tools eFundi - External tools Example of how the integration looks on eFundi eFundi LibGuide eFundi LibGuide [/accordion]https://library.nwu.ac.za/open-access-week-2023
Event: Open Access Week 2023
Open Access 2023 Open Access 2023 , International Open Access Week Colloquium - 24 October 2023, Theme: Community over Commercialisation This year’s theme encourages a candid conversation about which approaches to open scholarship prioritise the best interests of the public and the academic community, and which do not. Purpose of this colloquium: International Open Access Week , a global event now entering its sixteenth year, is an…, Programme: 24 October 2023, Register Here 11:00 - 11:05 Welcoming and Introductory remarks Dr Mathew Moyo, Chief Director: Library and Information Service, NWU 11:05 - 11:20 Opening address Prof Jeffrey Mphahlele, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Innovation, NWU 11:20 - 11:35 The power and principles of open research data Dr Tiyani Mabunda, Associate Director:…, NWU Library Initiatives, Hosts and maintains the Open Access Institutional Repository, Boloka , which collects, preserves, and distributes NWU research material at no cost to the user. Boloka (NWU-IR) is the primary storage of all NWU Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs). Boloka (NWU-IR) hosts Open Access journals and subscribes to databases hosting OA journals.…, NWU Initiatives, NWU Research Repository: DaYta Ya Rona (figshare)https://library.nwu.ac.za/library-week-2024
Event: Library Week 2024
Library Week 2024 Library Week 2024 We celebrate South African Library Week (SALW) with the theme Libraries Foster Social Cohesion from 18 - 24 March 2024. , Programme, South African Library Week Theme: Libraries for Social Cohesion 18-24 March 2024 : Library Amnesty Week Guess what? It's that time of the year again - LIBRARY AMNESTY WEEK! Got overdue books? No worries! We've got you covered! Return those forgotten treasures without the fines and enjoy guilt-free reading! 18 March 2023 Information and…https://library.nwu.ac.za/help-first-years
Knowledge Hub: First-Years
First year welcome First year welcome, Join the Library and Information Service as part of the R & O Programme, Group Mahikeng Campus: Follow the programme Potchefstroom Campus: Monday, 3 February 2025, Building F14 - Amphitheatre 15:30 - 16:30 - Dinki, Villagers, Heide, De Wilgers, Eikenhof, Ratau Lebone, Hombré, Vergeet-My-Nie, Over de Voor, Klawerhof Private Students Groups 1-4 16:30 - 17:30 - Bellatrix, Patria, Huis Republiek, Caput, Heimat, Minjonet…, Useful Links, Registration and Orientation Programme Go to the Student Engagement Portal ( Guide ) to find the following: Dashboard (Your information: Campus, qualification, enrolment status, grade point average (GPA), full profile) Registration (Registration, proof of registration) Registration steps for FIRST-YEAR students Registration steps for SENIOR…, Seek Help/Support Here, Emotional Support Student Counseling and Development Protection Services Passwords, Library Services, Library orientation Virtual tour of our libraries Undergraduate survival guide How to find sources eFundi 1st Year Navigator Undergraduate LibGuide (Best place to search for sources.) Finding more accessible information: Textbooks [Video] How to create a search strategy How to evaluate your information sources How to write assignments How to…https://library.nwu.ac.za/library-services-statistics
Statistics
This page is dedicated to providing feedback to our stakeholders on our Library Services. We trust you'll find the statistics as intriguing as we do. Over the next year, we will continue to enhance transparency by incorporating additional statistics across our various services. Key statistics 2023 Key statistics 2023, General, Library visitors Library Service Hours Events Training, etc. LibAnswers (Chats/Tickets/FAQs) Room Bookings, Databases, WorldCat Discovery DB/Text, e.g. Exam papers, Research and Open Scholarship, DaYta Ya Rona (figshare) OJS - Open Journal System, Web, Library Web Site LibGuides Referencing Guides Social Mediahttps://library.nwu.ac.za/book-exhibitions-2024
Event: Book Exhibitions 2024
Book Exhibitions 2024 Book Exhibitions 2024 The Library and Information Service invites staff and postgraduate students to the book exhibitions. Don't miss out on this enriching experience that celebrates the pursuit of knowledge and academic excellence. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable journey through the world of books…, Mahikeng Campus, Date: 6 - 7 May 2024 Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Location: Central Lecture Building (CLB) Open Area The exhibition will be for the following faculties: Econmic and Management Sciences (EMS) Natural and Agricultural Sciences (NAS) Education Health Sciences Humanities Law For more information and inquiries: Ms. Molly Kekana - Molly.Kekana@nwu.ac.za , Potchefstroom Campus, Date: 11 - 12 June 2024 Day 1: 10:00 - 16:00 Day 2: 09:00 - 14:00 / 15:00 Location: Ferdinand Postma Library: Open area next to the Information Desk The exhibition will be for the following faculties: Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) Natural and Agricultural Sciences (NAS) Education Humanities Health Sciences For more information and…, Vanderbijlpark Campus, Date: 21 - 22 May 2024 Day 1: 10:00 - 16:00 Day 2: 09:00 - 14:00 / 15:00 Location: Library Foyer The exhibition will be for the following faculties: Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) Natural and Agricultural Sciences (NAS) Education Humanities Health Sciences For more information and inquiries: Ms. Wilna Fick - Wilna.Fick@nwu.ac.zahttps://library.nwu.ac.za/mandela-day-2024-18-july-2024
Event: Mandela Day 2024: 18 July 2024
Nelson Mandela Day 2024 Nelson Mandela Day 2024 , Library Serve-a-Server Campaign, July is a time to celebrate the birthday of former President Nelson Mandela. Recognized globally as Nelson Mandela International Day on 18 July, South Africans extend this celebration throughout the month. It's a chance for everyone to honour Mandela's life and legacy, embracing the opportunity to make a difference and create positive change in…, Mahikeng Campus, Library staff will provide training to our cleaners and security officers. Temporary assumption of security and cleaners' roles while they are being trained. Cleaning of 1 or 2 classrooms at CN Lekalake Middle School Contributions towards treats, Potchefstroom Campus & Branches, Library staff will provide training to our cleaners and security officers. Emptying of bins in various buildings on campus (Ferdinand Postma Library). Temporary assumption of security and cleaners' roles while they are being trained (Branch Libraries). Contributions towards treats, Vanderbijlpark Campus, In collaboration with the Career Centre, library staff will provide library training to our cleaners and security officers. Temporary assumption of security and cleaners' roles while they are being trained.https://library.nwu.ac.za/open-access-week-2024