Student life

NWU student represents South Africa in first Kho Kho World Cup

North-West University (NWU) nursing student Bonolo Precious Mogari and her teammates reached the semi-finals and secured a bronze medal for South Africa in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in India.

"It was an incredible experience to represent South Africa on such a global stage," says Bonolo. "I have been playing Kho Kho since I was 12 years old, and being part of the inaugural World Cup is a moment I will always cherish."

Submitted on Tue, 01/28/2025 - 08:40

Registration progress at the NWU

The North-West University (NWU) is pleased with progress regarding the registration of first-year students for the 2025 academic year.

We received more than 390 000 applications to enrol at the NWU for this academic year. We are encouraged and grateful that we remain a university of choice for many prospective students, and that we continue to be recognised for academic excellence, a vibrant student life, and a sound co-curricular environment.

Submitted on Fri, 01/24/2025 - 15:52

NWU is first in South Africa to implement this world-leading residence management system

The NWU is implementing a new residence management system that will significantly improve efficiency within the university’s residences. The StarRez system is specifically designed for student housing and has numerous applications for residence management, placements, student interactions and reporting, among others.

Submitted on Mon, 01/20/2025 - 11:09

Social work students pledge their dedication

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) subject group Social Work celebrated its annual Solemn Declaration Ceremony, a significant event for social work students across the university.

The ceremony was organised by senior lecturer Tasleem Sayed from the Potchefstroom Campus, Dr Lucé Pretorius, deputy subject group leader and senior lecturer from the Vanderbijlpark Campus, and Ellen Tlhojane from the Mahikeng Campus.

Submitted on Wed, 01/15/2025 - 11:17

Strategic planning workshop empowers student leadership at NWU

From 08 to 10 November 2024, the Students' Representative Council (SRC) of North-West University (NWU) participated in an annual strategic planning and training workshop. Organised by the office of the executive director: student life, the workshop aimed to equip SRC members with the knowledge, skills, and strategic direction needed for their leadership roles in the upcoming term.

Over three days, participants engaged with key topics aligned with the University's strategy and mission, focusing on how the SRC can contribute to these goals.

Submitted on Mon, 11/25/2024 - 09:07

Industry-academic partnership gives chemistry students practical exposure to real-world problem solving

By Tiyiselani Precious Miyambu

Practical training in chromatography, made possible through an industry-academic partnership, is enabling chemistry students at the North-West University (NWU) to develop problem-solving skills and gain confidence in managing real-world laboratory tasks.

Submitted on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 08:08

Break free: Overcoming procrastination and perfectionism

by Jorina Smit, industrial psychologist at Thuso, Student Counselling and Development

Imagine sitting at your desk, the deadline for your assignment looming just days away. You glance at the blank page in front of you, and a wave of anxiety washing over you as you think about the perfect result you need to achieve.

Thoughts race through your mind: What if it’s not good enough? Where do I even begin?

Submitted on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 10:35

Students celebrate African unity at 5th annual Cultural Day

By:Ntokozo Maseko and Lethabo Matjiu

In a celebration of traditional African food, dance, music and poetry, students at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) came together for the fifth annual Cultural Day of the Student Life Department.

Held on 4 October at Sedibeng Park in Mahikeng, the event was a celebration of African unity, multiculturalism and student collaboration.

Submitted on Thu, 10/24/2024 - 08:32

The ultimate send-off: Final-years’ picnic celebration

The Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark campuses of the North-West University (NWU) held their 2024 final-years’ functions on Wednesday, 10 October, creating a festive feeling among the students.

At the events, around 1 300 students from the Potchefstroom Campus and 700 students from the Vanderbijlpark Campus gathered to take pictures and videos, reflecting on their experiences at the university. With loads of fun and good company in order, the events also served as platforms for students to bid farewell to their peers.

Submitted on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 12:03

Future leaders embracing change and innovating tomorrow in a rapidly evolving world

In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, the need for strong, adaptable and visionary leadership has never been more crucial. This very theme, "Future Leaders: Embracing Change and Innovating Tomorrow" – set the stage for the second North-West University (NWU) Student Leadership Summit, held from 26 to 27 September at the picturesque ANEW Hunters Rest Lodge in Rustenburg. The summit aimed to equip student leaders with the tools and mindset necessary to navigate the complexities of modern leadership while fostering innovation and positive transformation.

Submitted on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 09:24