Chantel to join the SA Student netball squad

The netball team of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Vanderbijlpark might not have tasted USSA (University Sport South Africa) success, but still managed to impress the national selectors.

During the USSA tournament – which took place in Potchefstroom – the team from Vanderbijlpark beat the likes of the University of the…

NWU residence honours fallen struggle hero

The Sol Plaatje residence at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng recently unveiled its new name during an official ceremony hosted by the campus and students who serve on the residence councils.

Among the many guests who attended the ceremony were representatives of the Plaatje family from Kimberley and officials…

Viva Las Vegas! Trio on their way to Golden Key international summit

Siboniso Jam-Jam, Sphumelele Ngomane and Kgomotso Mashigo is about to embark on an international adventure of note by attending the annual Golden Key International Summit 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The trio – all students from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Vanderbijlpark – will attend the international conference from 27 to…

USSA 2017: a slam dunk for NWU Vanderbijlpark

The ladies basketball team of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Vanderbijlpark proved their mettle on the court during the recent University Sport South Africa (USSA) Championships which took place in Stellenbosch. The team enjoyed a good run and achieved the third position overall.

In their campaign leading up to the semi-final…

Discover the amazing world of 3D printing

We live in a fast-changing world where yesteryear’s science fiction is becoming today’s reality. Imagine, with the flick of a button, being able to instantly create anything you need or want, from essential parts for appliances to toys and even plastic flowers.

You don’t have to imagine any longer; with 3D…

NWU Vanderbijlpark footballers dominate B-division at USSA 2017

The men’s and ladies football teams of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Vanderbijlpark flew the campus flag high during the recent University Sport South Africa (USSA) Championships that took place in Johannesburg.

Both teams took part in the B-division and emerged as proud division winners.

The men’s team clinched the…

Campus flexes its muscles at USSA 2017 It is official! The North-West University (NWU) is ranked second in the country when it comes to bodybuilding as a competitive sport. During the recent University Sport South Africa (USSA) Championship held in Durb

It is official! The North-West University (NWU) is ranked second in the country when it comes to bodybuilding as a competitive sport.

During the recent University Sport South Africa (USSA) Championship held in Durban, the team from the NWU’s campus in Vanderbijlpark not only won the overall female section, but also finished second overall…

Sazini Mojapelo to share leadership insight at NWU Leadership Summit

When it comes to business strategy and development, Sazini Mojapelo needs no formal introduction. As a highly sought-after expert in the establishment, development and execution of social programmes, Sazini – who is the group head of Africa Citizenship for Barclays Africa Group Limited – is widely regarded as a pioneer in socio-economic…

Office for Students with Special Needs benefits from Fuchs Foundation

The Office for Students with Special Needs on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Vanderbijlpark, or OSSN as it is better known among students, recently received a R20 000 grant from the Carl and Emily Fuchs Foundation.

According to Dr Sydney Vos, OSSN coordinator, the grant makes it possible to further extend the services…

Poor pass rates: Don't blame mathematics

Why is mathematics being singled out as the main culprit for poor pass rates? This is the question asked by Prof Robert Balfour, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching-Learning, at the North-West University (NWU), after the Department of Basic Education (DBE) announced proposed changes to the passing requirements for Grades 7 to 9,…