Bonsai Tree Exhibition
Join us at the Bonsai Tree Exhibition, where nature's artistry is on full display! Explore the beauty and diversity of trees!! All are invited to attend, and entrance is free.
Colloquium by Dr Ayodeji: Cross-correlations between the Thermal Sunyeav-Zel'dovich effect and Large-scale Structure Tracers
You are warmly invited to attend a Colloquium by Dr. Ayodeji. Dr. Ayodeji presently serves as an ANSO fellow (postdoctoral scholar) at the National Astronomical Observatories, Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing. Previously, he successfully completed his PhD in Cosmology at the University of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa in May 2021. His academic…
Colloquium by Prof Xuelei Chen (China): Discovering the Sky at Long Wavelength (DSL) Project
You are cordially invited to a Colloquium by Prof Xuelei Chen (China) on Discovering the Sky at long wavelength (DSL) project. Abstract After the Big Bang, the Universe entered the so called dark ages, during which structures grow until the first generation of stars, galaxies and black holes formed. The 21cm line of the neutral hydrogen…
Colloquium by Dr Nikki Zabel (UCT): Nobody Tosses a Dwarf
You are cordially invited to a Colloquium by Dr Nikki Zabel (UCT) on Nobody Tosses a Dwarf.
Seminar & Reading: The Poetics of Place
Join us for an enchanting afternoon at our Seminar & Reading featuring four vibrant African poets as they delve into the captivating theme of "The Poetics of Place." You're warmly welcomed to immerse yourself in this literary journey with us! RSVP to by 11 March 2024 Pieter Odendaal.
Book Launch by Haidar Eid: Decolonising the Palestinian Mind
You're invited to a book launch hosted by the Faculty of Humanities, where Haidar Eid will explore the enlightening topic of "Decolonising the Palestinian Mind." We'd be delighted to have you join us for this insightful event! Join Teams Meeting Teams Meeting ID: 366 207 786 064
Call for Postgraduate Supervision Workshops
You are warmly invited to participate in the three-day session of the Call for Postgraduate Supervision Workshops. This course is designed to provide participants with the essential skills required for conceiving, planning, researching, organizing, composing, and finalizing research-based projects. Supervisors of postgraduate students, as well…
Work Readiness Workshop
The School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management at North-West University (NWU) cordially invites you to a Work Readiness Workshop tailored for third-year and postgraduate (honours & master’s) students across all our programs. The webinar will feature industry experts offering valuable insights on graduate…
CoPAI Forum #3: AI as LLMs in Teaching and Learning
You are formally invited to CoPAI Forum #3, featuring Dr. Martin Bekker, PhD, MSc, MA, a guest speaker from WITS School of Electrical and Information Engineering, discussing the role of AI as LLMs in Teaching and Learning. About speaker: Martin Bekker is a computational social scientist and AI ethics researcher, and lectures ethics and…
Springer Nature Open Access Publishing Summit for SANLiC South Africa
You're formally invited to the Springer Nature Open Access Publishing Summit for SANLiC South Africa. This event will provide comprehensive insights into publishing your next Open Access article through the SANLiC Agreement and highlight the benefits of Open Access publishing for researchers. The summit will offer an overview of Springer Nature's…
Inaugural Lectures: Humanities 2023
Prof Johan Zaaiman Is phronesis an answer to “74,6% of sociology is bunk”? (read more) × Is phronesis an answer to “74,6% of sociology is bunk”? By Prof Johan Zaaiman “74,6% of sociology is bunk” is a metaphor for the question of the relevance of sociology. Sociology is internally divided and externally…
Inaugural Lectures: Humanities 2024
Prof Menno van Zaanen The Digital Humanities Revolution in South Africa: The Journey from Beginning to Beyond (read more) × The Digital Humanities Revolution in South Africa: The Journey from Beginning to Beyond Prof Menno van Zaanen The research area of Digital Humanities blends the field of Humanities with…
Talk by Dr. Federica Bocchi University of Copenhagen - Doing Philosophy of Science: Current Approaches and Practical Implications
The School of Philosophy, Institute for Contemporary Ethics and Focus Area: Sustainability formally invites you to a Talk by Dr. Federica Bocchi from the University of Copenhagen titled "Exploring Philosophy of Science: Contemporary Approaches and Real-World Implications." Traditionally, philosophy of science delves into the fundamental principles…
Guest Lecture by Prof Werner Scholtz
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Seminar: X for indigenous languages: A Comparative Analysis of Setswana and Dhivehi
You're invited to a seminar titled "X for Indigenous Languages: A Comparative Analysis of Setswana and Dhiveh," presented by Dr. Shahid Minhas. To join online: Meeting ID: 393 522 535 881 Passcode: KBDbSf
World Kidney Day
You're cordially invited to join us in commemorating World Kidney Day at the NWU. This health initiative aims to boost awareness about the risk factors associated with chronic kidney disease, including diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. These risk factors can be mitigated through adopting healthy lifestyle habits, practicing self-care, and…
Symposium: Technology, Humanity, and the Ethical Compass
You are warmly invited to attend a symposium focusing on "Technology, Humanity, and the Ethical Compass: Mapping the Path of Capability Development." This event endeavors to outline a direction for the ethical, human-centered, and socially responsible advancement of capabilities. It aims to facilitate discussions among researchers, practitioners,…
AI and Fair Distribution in High-Stakes Decisions Talk
You are formally invited to participate in a Talk focusing on AI and Equitable Allocation in Critical Decision-Making. Abstract Important decisions are increasingly being made with the aid of AI systems. These decisions can determine the allocation of benefits, like jobs, loans, and educational opportunities. They can also determine the…