Potchefstroom Campus News
Special moment for dean as daughter graduates in programme she championed
Twelve years ago, Prof. Liezl van Dyk, executive dean of the Faculty of Engineering, came to the North-West University (NWU) on a mission: to play a central role in developing industrial engineering as an impactful discipline at the university. Her daughter, Karla, was 10 years old at the time. Now, on 31 March this year, Prof. van Dyk experienced the fruits of her labour first-hand when Karla graduated as an industrial engineer.
“It is a full-circle moment that highlights the impact of academic leadership and the inspiration it offers to future generations of women in engineering… Read more
Splitting water research makes a R4.2-m splash
A researcher in electrochemistry for energy and the environment has just been awarded a four-year project by the National Research Foundation to the value of R4,2 million.
Prof Cobus Kriek is the leader of the electrochemistry for energy and environment group within the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Science’s research focus…
Quality medicines for the world
When it comes to the quality of medicines, there can be no compromise. This is why the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Research Institute for Industrial Pharmacy®, incorporating CENQAM®, is a trusted partner of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
The institute houses a WHO Collaborating Centre for the Quality Assurance…
Eskom load-shedding poses serious risks to the economy
“The deep concern expressed by President Cyril Ramaphosa about the economic and business implications of the shock decision by Eskom to escalate load-shedding to level 4 must be widely supported.”
This is according to renowned economist Prof Raymond Parsons from the North-West…
Why do we not grow new businesses?
Prof LJ Grobler, a research professor at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Engineering and Director of CFAM Technologies, shares his opinion on the importance of research for business, and business from research.
Nurturing new entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial companies is seen as one of the key aspects of revitalising…
Successful implementation of policies and projects will be SONA’s crucial test
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s wide-ranging State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered to parliament on 7 February 2019 recognised the importance of promoting higher and inclusive economic growth, together with structural reforms, if South Africa is to create a bigger, stronger and better economy.
This is according to renowned…
CID NPC to ensure a cleaner and safer Potchefstroom
Seeking solutions to curb crime is often a complex challenge, but the Cachet Park City Improvement District Non-Profit Company (CID NPC) is up for the task.
Over the past few years there has been an escalation of criminal activities just outside the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Potchefstroom, better known as the Bult.…
North West premier addresses NWU MBA students
On 28 January 2019 the North-West University (NWU) Business School hosted its annual open day for new and current MBA students on the campus in Potchefstroom.
Hundreds of students waited excitedly to be addressed by Prof Dan Kgwadi, NWU vice chancellor, Prof Fulu Netswera, director of the Business School, and Prof Job Mokgoro…
CID NPC to ensure a cleaner and safer Potchefstroom
Seeking solutions to curb crime is often a complex challenge, but the Cachet Park City Improvement District Non-Profit Company (CID NPC) is up for the task.
Over the past few years there has been an escalation of criminal activities just outside the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Potchefstroom, better known as the Bult.…
NWU researcher awarded for her fight towards better health for people in Africa
Prof Alta Schutte, a biomedical scientist and research professor at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Hypertension in Africa Research Team (HART), has become a familiar name in the international sphere of biomedical research of high blood pressure or hypertension.
She boasts various accolades and achievements, and recently added…
Luigi flies NWU flag high during national pageant
Luigi Mensah (21) has a good reason for starting the new year with a smile on his face and a bounce in his step. Not only will 2019 see him graduating with a degree in Financial Accounting, but also sporting the title of second runner-up in the prestigious Mr SA Campus Pageant 2018/19.
According to Luigi, who is currently pursuing…