Giving
NWU Giving Week (7-13 October 2024) is not just about donations; it’s about coming together to support our students, enabling them to reach new heights with the backing of a community that believes in their potential. At the North-West University (NWU), we are more than just an institution – we are a community. A community that…
Workshop - The Holistic Life Crafting Model: A Practitioner’s Guide To Meaning-making In Every Domain
You are cordially invited to attend a workshop on "The Holistic Life Crafting Model: A Practitioner’s Guide To Meaning-making In Every Domain". This workshop is designed to help you and those you serve to craft lives filled with meaning, purpose, and fulfillment. Objectives of the workshop The objectives of the workshop include: Gaining…
NWU AI Lunch & Learn Session
The NWU AI Working Group cordially invite you to the 1st NWU AI Lunch & Learn Session, titled "Useful Engagements: Learning with AI Tutorbots at the NWU Faculty of Engineering " featuring Prof Liezl van Dyk as the guest speaker and practical demonstrations for the use of AI Tutorbots: Mathematics Interventions for at risk students…
Optentia Workshop by Prof. Leoni van der Vaart
You are cordially invited to a workshop on "Mapping The Evidence Landscape: A Hands-on Journey Through Systematic And Scoping Reviews." by Prof. Leoni van der Vaart. This hands-on workshop equips you with the tools and skills to explore and master the process, transforming you into a skilled navigator ready to chart your own course in the world of…
4th Food Security and Safety Seminar by Prof. David R. Katerere (Research Chair of Pharmaceutical and Biotech Advancement in Africa, TUT)
You are cordially invited to the 4th Food Security and Safety Seminar by Prof. David R. Katerere, Research Chair of Pharmaceutical and Biotech Advancement in Africa at Tshwane University of Technology. Topic: Ancient grains for food security and safety. About guest speaker: Prof David Katerere is the Research Platform Chair of…
Student Leadership Summit 2024
Theme: Future leaders: Embracing change and innovating tomorrow With a view to empowering and equipping NWU student leaders with the relevant information and skills, the Student Life Department is hosting a Student Leadership Summit on the 26th and 27th of September 2024, focusing on the broad theme of “Future leaders: Embracing…
NWU-CANSA Cancer Awareness Day
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the Biotransformation and Oxidative Stress Status (BOSS) laboratory, part of the Focus Area for Human Metabolomics, is hosting a CANSA Shavathon to promote breast cancer awareness. Students and staff of NWU Potchefstroom Campus are invited.
Tourism Month
In September, the North-West University (NWU) is celebrating Tourism Month with all South Africans, and we do this because tourism plays a crucial role in our country’s economic, social and cultural sectors. Tourism is a key contributor to South Africa’s GDP, it provides employment, and it contributes millions of rands to people, particularly…
Graduate Destination Survey
NWU Career Services invites you to participate in the Graduate Destination Survey and help us understand your career journey after graduation! Your feedback will help us improve our programs and better prepare future students. Share your experience and make a difference! Your feedback is important and will remain confidential…
Book Discussion by Dr. Khumisho Moguerane
You are cordially invited to a book discussion by Dr. Khumisho Moguerane. Book title: Morafe: Person, Family and Nation in Colonial Bechuanaland, 1880s to 1950. Join discussion here Meeting ID: 332 884 046 615 Passcode: WoZaff Poster
Workshop: Research Integrity and Artificial Intelligence
You are cordially invited to a workshop on Research Integrity and Artificial Intelligence. Academics, Supervisors, Scientific Committee Members, Research Ethics Committees are invited to join. Abstract: This one-day in-person workshop for emerging supervisors and scholarly librarians explores the impact of chatbots and AI-driven research…
NWU-CANSA Cancer Awareness Day - Mahikeng Campus
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the Biotransformation and Oxidative Stress Status (BOSS) laboratory, part of the Focus Area for Human Metabolomics, is hosting a CANSA Shavathon to promote breast cancer awareness. Students and staff of NWU Mahikeng Campus are invited to join.
Seminar by Dr Adeniyi Francis Fagbamigbe (University of Ibadan, Nigeria)
You are cordially invited to a seminar by Dr Adeniyi Francis Fagbamigbe from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Topic: Cardiometabolic Multimorbidity and Associated Social Factors in the South African Population. [accordion] Abstract Ageing populations have led to a growing prevalence of multimorbidity. Cardiometabolic multimorbidity (…
Webinar: AI Tools for Research and Content Discovery in the Fifth Industrial Revolution
You are cordially invited to a webinar on AI Tools for Research and Content Discovery in the Fifth Industrial Revolution, presented by Dr Mashilo Modiba. Abstract: Artificial intelligence chatbots can be used to conduct research effectively and efficiently in the fifth industrial revolution. Artificial intelligence chatbots are software…
5th Food Security and Safety Seminar by Dr. JH Groenewald
You are cordially invited to the 5th Food Security and Safety Seminar by Dr. JH Groenewald, Executive Manager at Biosafety South Africa. Topic: Genetics-based innovation: Food safety and security considerations. Dr Jan-Hendrik (Hennie) Groenewald Executive Manager Biosafety South Africa www.biosafety.org.za…
Public Lecture by Prof. Peter Dunsby
You are cordially invited to a Public Lecture by Prof. Peter Dunsby. Abstract: "As a Cosmologist, my day job is focused on trying to figure out the nature of Dark Energy. This talk will describe what I do after the sun sets." "Astrophotography has made huge advances over the past decade, making it now possible to automate the…