The Faculty of Theology helping imprisoned fathers reach their potential

It took a moment for Dr Fazel Freeks to comprehend what he was hearing. Aghast at first, the images that formed from the convict’s depiction about the deed that lead to his incarceration made him think about his family. Freeks thought of his youngest daughter as he listened to the candid, vivid description about the act this person did to a…

NWU’s 3D printer is first of its kind in Africa

The North-West University (NWU) has once again proven that it is dedicated to conducting ground-breaking research within the health field.

The university recently purchased the Cellink BioX, 3D bio-printer, a first of its kind not only in South Africa but also on the African continent. While most 3D printers use inorganic materials…

Theology: Moving towards a multicultural approach

Kindness, love and compassion. These are but some of the words in faith’s vocabulary. These virtues convey the same message in any language and this is why the Faculty of Theology at the North-West University (NWU) is ensuring that this message is heard by all. 

This year the faculty implemented a new programme during which…

PUKfm as die beste kampusradiostasie in SA aangewys

Vir die eerste keer in die geskiedenis van PUKfm is dié radiostasie op die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) se kampus in Potchefstroom by die jaarlikse Liberty Radio Awards-seremonie as die nommer een kampusradiostasie in die land aangewys.

Hierdie jaar se gebeurtenis het op 14 April 2018 by die Sandton Konvensiesentrum plaasgevind.…

Deaf distance student receives Grade R Diploma

“I never thought that I would ever reach a university, let alone obtain a qualification.” These were the words of Lizette Fitzpatrick, who received her Grade R Diploma from the North-West University (NWU). She is the very first deaf person who received this qualification through distance learning.

During her diploma ceremony at the…

Proper treatment could prevent children dying from malnutrition

Nutrition researchers at the Centre of Excellence for Nutrition (CEN) of the North-West University (NWU) are doing important research on the treatment effects of severe acute malnutrition in Sub-Sahara Africa. Their findings will be used by the World Health Organization (WHO).

According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF…

BRICSEd crosses borders in Africa and beyond

Over the years the North-West University (NWU) has made a name for itself as one of the top universities in the country. Now the NWU is part of a broader initiative, BRICSEd, to take quality education to countries across Africa and beyond.

BRICSEd is an international association made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South…

Canned Food Day - a huge success

“We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone”. These wise words by former American president Ronald Reagan were befitting during the annual Canned Food Day event that recently took place on the North West University’s campus in Potchefstroom.

Although it was a rainy, overcast day, the atmosphere in Lovers’ Lane was…

Symposium focuses on strengthening families

Strong families are a key support system in societies facing change and turmoil, and even families experiencing adversity can be strengthened. These are some of the positive messages that emerged from the second annual symposium of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Child, Youth and Family Studies.

The specific aim of…

NWU to host its third Autism symposium

The Institute for Psychology & Wellbeing at the North-West University (NWU) will host its third Autism Symposium on 25 and 26 June. The symposium, which is presented jointly by the NWU and Autism South Africa (A;)SA), is an opportunity for all healthcare providers, educators, social workers, parents and individuals with Autism Spectrum…