NWU ups the fight against six rare diseases
Diagnosing a rare disease soon after birth can, for some, mean the difference between life and death in the long run. The Centre for Human Metabolomics (CHM) on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Potchefstroom, together with a leading American biotechnology company, has developed a diagnostic test that drastically cuts the time it…
Alumnus believes in being an ambassador for the NWU brand
North-West University (NWU) alumnus and former Student Representative Council president Mr Mpho Mfolwe is living the NWU brand through his key diplomatic role in his country, Botswana. Mpho sees his career – wherever he is deployed – as an opportunity to fly the NWU flag high. “I obtained both my qualifications in international relations…
Top performing MBAs awarded
No fewer than 55 graduates recently obtained their MBA degrees from the North-West University's (NWU’s) Business School. During a lavish occasion held in Potchefstroom, these students who took the bull by the horns were honored for their hard work and perseverance. Prof Fulu Netswera, the director of the Business School, thanked the graduates…
“Take back the Bult” is progressing well
Gone are the days when the Bult CBD was used as a hunting ground by criminals who prey on unsuspecting victims. Phase 1 of the “Take Back the Bult” project of the Cachet Park CID NPC – a joint venture between the North-West University (NWU) and the JB Marks Municipality – has been completed. A total of 18 envisaged CCTV cameras in the…
Specialist advises on social media usage
Social media has entered our public sphere like a hurricane, changing the way we communicate. These are the words of social media specialist and PhD candidate at the North-West University (NWU), Moremogolo Moremogolo. She is educating organisations, communities and schools across South Africa, Botswana and Namibia on the responsible use of…
NWU student to partake in African bodybuilding championship
North-West University (NWU) student David Tshoose continues to make waves in the bodybuilding and fitness community. His performance during the recent Arnold Classic Africa 2019 has earned him the opportunity to compete in the International Federation of Body Building (IFBB) African Championship that will take place from 16 to 18 August 2019…
Amberley, an angel in disguise
A guardian angel is defined as an angel believed to protect a particular person, for instance from danger or error, and that is exactly what two-year-old Labrador Amberley is to her owner, Lindi Opperman. Lindi, a final-year LLB student at the North West University’s campus in Potchefstroom, suffers from Type 1 diabetes. She has been living…
Dean makes history
It was an enormous honour for the Faculty of Engineering at the North-West University (NWU) to inaugurate its executive dean as the first female professor of this faculty. Prof Liezl van Dyk, an industrial engineer, recently delivered her inaugural address for a full professorship to an audience of about 120 guests during a prestige event.…
NWU lends its voice to the commemoration of late student activist
Onkgopotse Tiro Comprehensive School, situated in the quiet tucked-away dorpie of Slurry, 30 kilometers outside of Mahikeng, was a hive of activity on 14 June 2019. On this day the school commemorated the life of its namesake and student activist Onkgopotse Tiro. Various dignitaries attended the event. They included Prof Marilyn Setlalentoa,…
Ensuring equality: a ‘beautiful, worthwhile struggle’
On 27 May a contingent of 14 North-West University (NWU) academics and students were hosted by the Constitutional Court art collection curator Francois Lion-Cachet and Justice Edwin Cameron, who has served for over 10 years as a Justice of the Court. The group of students included the chairpersons of student LGBTIQ+ societies at the NWU.…
NWU challenging the gender gap in engineering
The days of men dominating the engineering scene are still evident and an alarming fact. Despite an improvement in recent years, a serious shortage of women pursuing careers in engineering remains. The North-West University (NWU) aims to change this – one semester at a time … Over the past few years, the NWU’s Faculty of Engineering has,…
Public Service Commission and NWU sign MoU
The Public Service Commission (PSC) and the North-West University (NWU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday, 19 June 2019. This MoU will provide a collaboration framework for the improvement of public administration and management in the North West Province. The MoU was signed by PSC North West Commissioner, Dr Moeletsi…
A commitment to matric excellence – the NWU way
This year, the North-West University (NWU) will see more than 2 200 eager Grade 12 learners from various districts in the North West and Gauteng Province descend to the campuses in Mahikeng and Vanderbijlpark for the annual Matric Winter School programme. This annual programme, facilitated by qualified and experienced tutors, will commence on…
NWU honours positive male role models
Every year exceptional male role models are celebrated across the globe on International Men’s Day. This special day is an occasion to honour the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. This day focuses on men’s and male children’s health, promoting gender equality and highlighting positive aspects of the male…
Xcel students prove to be innovative
The 2019 group of Xcel students are not only improving their Grade 12 Mathematics and Physical Sciences results, but are also gaining experience in the skill of problem-solving. The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Xcel programme aims to prepare students for university studies, especially students aiming to study engineering. This is done by…
SONA: deciding factor will be successful coordination and implementation
"The deciding factor in the latest State of the Nation Address (SONA) will be the successful coordination and implementation of plans and projects, which also help to reduce policy uncertainty.” This is according to Prof Raymond Parsons, well-known economist and academic from the North-West University (NWU) Business School. He says president…
New Technology Commons will enhance teaching and learning
The library on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng is currently developing a Technology Commons which will consist of a MakerSpace, One Button and podcast studio. With this addition, the Mahikeng Library will be the first across the NWU’s three campuses to sport these state of the art facilities. “The library provides the…
NWU staff open their hearts and wallets to vulnerable children
With hardly a month before the annual Nelson Mandela Day commemorations start, staff from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Corporate Relations and Marketing (CRM) department opened their hearts and wallets to assist vulnerable children in Mahikeng’s Lonely Park. More than 100 children call the Omolemo Care and Support Centre home. Some of…
NWU’s Health Sciences taking 3D printing to the next level
Traditionally, the 3D printing industry was a discipline dominated by men, but that did not discourage women from also stepping into the industry and standing their ground. In fact, at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Health Sciences, women are at the forefront of research in this regard. 3D printing, also known as additive…