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IGDS Virtual Talk: Do Women Still Need Rights?

You are warmly welcomed to join the IGDS Virtual Talk exploring the topic "Do Women Still Require Rights?: Reflections on the UN CEDAW Committee and the 21st Century Caribbean" This session will delve into reflections on the UN CEDAW Committee and the 21st Century Caribbean. Our esteemed guest speaker will be Professor Emerita Rhoda Reddock,…

Inaugural Lectures: Natural and Agricultural Sciences 2024

Prof Sithandiwe Mazibuko-Mbeje Type 2 diabetes a silent killer: addressing insulin resistance and obesity (read more) × Prof Sithandiwe Mazibuko-Mbeje Type 2 diabetes a silent killer: addressing insulin resistance and obesity Diabetes mellitus is among the top ten leading causes of death worldwide. Globally, over…

Virtual Seminar by Dr Crispen Chinguno: Customer is King’: Gig Work in a Small South African City and the Varieties of Digital Control and Workers’ Responses

You are cordially invited to attend a thought-provoking virtual seminar hosted by Dr. Crispen Chinguno, Senior Lecturer in Industrial and Economic Sociology at Sol Plaatje University, Kimberley. Dr. Chinguno's seminar titled "Customer is King": Gig Work in a Small South African City and the Varieties of Digital Control and Workers’ Responses"…

Run With Colour Fun

Step into the vibrancy of the Run with Colour Fun event, a highlight of NWU's Gender Awareness Week. We extend a warm invitation to all staff and students to prioritise this meaningful occasion amidst your hectic routines. Gender Awareness Week serves as a reminder of our collective journey towards equality and inclusivity. Let's acknowledge the…

Research Output, Outcomes & Impact Community of Practice (CoP-ROOI) Webinar

You are warmly invited to join us for the Research Output, Outcomes & Impact Community of Practice (CoP-ROOI) Webinar, featuring a presentation by Professor Chris Brink. Topic: Demystifying Impact For Researchers, Research Managers And Administrators. Biography for Professor Chris Brink Professor Chris Brink is Emeritus Vice-…

Rhodes University Strengthening Postgraduate Supervision Training

You are warmly invited to attend the Rhodes University Strengthening Postgraduate Supervision Training, specifically designed for NWU Staff who supervise M&D students. Register here

History Seminar Series - The Museum, the Rabbit and National History: The Voice of Robben Island

You are formally invited to the History Seminar Series featuring a presentation titled "The Museum, the Rabbit, and National History: The Voice of Robben Island," delivered by Professor Leslie Witz. [accordion] Abstract: In this chapter from their book "Museums Times: Changing Histories in South Africa" (Berghahn, 2022), the author…

Tswelopele Project

Beginnings Since 2022, the NWU has been conducting the PQM Review spearheaded by the Director of Q&APP. In 2023 a decision was taken to recalibrate the project and to combine it with the New Century Curriculum initiative. The DVC Teaching and Learning convened stakeholders and it was determined that a recalibration process be…

Ethics Integrity Workshop

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, notably Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Elicit, and Perplexity, in late 2022 signals a potential paradigm shift in higher education. These tools offer prospects for accelerating research and enhancing quality. Yet, they also prompt critical inquiries regarding academic…

Virtual Seminar by Dr Alfred Tembo

You are cordially invited to attend a virtual seminar by Dr Alfred Tembo on Enemies within?Internment of Axis Nationals in Zambia during the Second World War [accordion] Bionote: Alfred Tembo holds a PhD in History from the University of the Free State. Alfred is currently a lecturer in African history in the Department of Historical and…

SARChI CLES 4th Annual Prestige Lecture 2024: "What Counts as Urban Spatial Transformation in South Africa? Breaking Down a Multidimensional Process"

You are warmly invited to the SARChI CLES 4th Annual Prestige Lecture 2024 titled "What constitutes Urban Spatial Transformation in South Africa? Deconstructing a multidimensional process." This will be an in-person event followed by a reception. Individuals interested in the topic, including students, researchers, academics, and the general…

Language Awareness Week 2022

This week is about celebrating the linguistic diversity of the North-West University. We will be having a Language Awareness Week Carnival. This will include a Language Awareness Drive Campaigns at all campuses. Each campus will have its own set of activities to celebrate the language development strides at the NWU whilst making…

NRF Connect System Training Sessions

The NWU Research Support Department is proud to announce NRF Connect System Training Sessions. The training sessions will assist first time applicants with the knowledge of using the NRF Connect system; from creating a profile to completing an application. [accordion collapsed] Sessions: 1st Session: Morning Time: 10:30 to 11:30…

Workshop: Multicultural Education for International Engagements in Higher Education

The NWU Global Engagement is proud to host a workshop about Multicultural Education for International Engagements in Higher Education, facilitated by Ms Philiswa Mncube. NWU staff and postdoctoral fellows are invited to join. Register here Programme Kindly register before 30 September.

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