The North-West University's (NWU’s) bhive Enterprise Development Centre, in partnership with Mindworx, recently hosted the 2024 Geekulcha Internal Hackathon on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
The six-day event, themed "Empowering the Vaal through digital innovation", highlighted the tremendous potential of digital innovation in addressing local community challenges.
The Faculty of Humanities at the North-West University (NWU) recently hosted a its first International Spring School. The event, held at the Khaya Ibhubesi Conference venue in Parys, saw 165 higher-degree students, promoters, and researchers from various South African institutions in attendance, making it a truly enriching and collaborative experience.
The North-West University's (NWU’s) Sports Business Management Department recently hosted a Mini-Cricket festival as part of a community engagement initiative, aiming to promote youth participation in sports, particularly cricket, among primary school students in the Vaal Triangle region.
The event took place at the NWU’s Vanderbijlpark Campus and was a resounding success, drawing in participants and spectators from all over the region. It provided a wonderful opportunity for young athletes to showcase their talents and engage in friendly competition.
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Applied Risk Management (UARM) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its master’s degree programme in behavioural risk work. The programme, initiated by associate professor Hermien Zaaiman and her team, has significantly influenced the professional landscape in Southern Africa over the past decade.
By Loveness Hulwane
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently inaugurated its Student Campus Council (SCC) members for the 2024/25 term.
During this significant event, the new SCC members were officially welcomed into office in the presence of their constituencies. During the ceremony, members took an oath, pledging their commitment to addressing the issues faced by students and ensuring their voices are heard.
By Loveness Hulwane
The Information Technology department at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently donated computers to three non-profit companies to support children's educational needs. They donated nine computers to Future Forward Hubs based in Boipatong, nine computers to Matsemela and Tsemane at Boitumelo in Sebokeng, and 14 computers to the Emfuleni Shelter for Boys.
By Loveness Hulwane
The North-West University's (NWU’s) Golden Key chapter on the Vanderbijlpark Campus, in partnership with Standard Bank, recently inaugurated new members into the prestigious society.
The event, held at the Tsebonokeng Hall, was a celebration of academic excellence and served as a platform to recognise and welcome new members into the Golden Key family.
In a powerful demonstration of collaboration, the North-West University (NWU), through its Bhive Enterprise Development Centre (bhive EDC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Vaal United Business Forum (VUBF), a non-profit company.
This partnership is set to drive significant community upliftment and create employment opportunities across multiple sectors in the region.
Envisioning community and economic growth
By Loveness Hulwane
The grand finale of the Mr and Miss North-West University (NWU) Vanderbijlpark Campus pageant at the Tsebonokeng Hall highlighted the personalities and strengths of the contestants, culminating in the much-anticipated announcement of the winners.
Students and parents came in large numbers to support their friends and family members competing in the pageant.
By Loveness Hulwane
On 23 August, in commemoration of Women's Month, elderly residents from nearby assisted living facilities were invited to the Riverside Sun Hotel to attend an informative session, sponsored by the Stakeholder Relations office at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus.