Vanderbijlpark Campus News
FEMS students explore the possibilities and pitfalls of AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly reshapes classrooms, careers and the future of work itself, students at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently found themselves at the centre of a timely and thought-provoking conversation on the promises, dangers and ethical dilemmas of the AI revolution.
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (FEMS) Student Academic Chapter VPC hosted the NWU AI Chat & Workshop 2026: What Every FEMS Student Needs to Know, bringing together approximately 80… Read more
Vanderbijlpark Campus’ Arts Unit celebrates 20 years of greatness in style
By Loveness Hulwane
The Arts unit at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently hosted a 2024 Vaal July event, themed “Celebrating 20 Years of Greatness: Student Life Edition”.
This event aimed to honour two decades of excellence by bringing innovation and a commitment to…
Researcher investigates energy security for Southern Africa
While state-owned electricity utilities have long dominated energy production in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), greater private sector involvement could boost energy security across the subregion.
The good news is that SADC member states are actively investing in the energy sector to ensure stability and create…
Netball team triumphs in USSA C division
The netball team on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijilpark Campus, under the guidance of head coach Monique Meyer, is still brimming with pride after bringing home the gold and a slew of individual accolades from the University Sports South Africa netball tournament.
The team's triumph in the C division was complemented by…
Men Evolve conference celebrates manhood
By Loveness Hulwane
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus Arts Unit recently hosted a Men Evolve Conference.
Men Evolve is a platform aimed at fostering an environment where men can express vulnerability, develop skills to become exemplary members of society, and commit to gender…
Alumni honoured as Emerging Psychologist of the Year
North-West University (NWU) alumnus Marelie Botha was recently honoured as the Emerging Psychologist of the Year at the Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology of South Africa (SIOPSA) Presidential Merit Awards held at the Wanderers Club, Johannesburg.
SIOPSA is a member-based, non-profit organisation established to enhance…
Engaged Scholarship Impact Indaba - a convergence of minds and ideas
The Faculty of Health Sciences at North-West University (NWU) recently hosted an Engaged Scholarship Impact Indaba at the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
The dynamic one-day hybrid-event brought together community champions - including academics, community leaders, practitioners and students - to explore the potential of engaged scholarship.…
Vanderbijlpark Campus celebrates Mandela Day with community clean-up
By Loveness Hulwane
Student Life at the North-West University's (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus organised a community clean-up project on Nelson Mandela Day on 18 July.
Students and Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) employees joined hands to clean up areas along Hendrick van Eck Boulevard and Frikkie…
Putting the spotlight on men’s health and wellbeing
The Employee Wellness unit at the North-West University's (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus will be hosting an interactive Men’s Health and Wellbeing Awareness session on 25 July at 09:00 on the Vanderbijlpark Campus. The session will be interactive, allowing both online and in-person attendees to engage with the facilitators.
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Multilingual Symposium will explore utilising various languages in academia
The School of Languages and the Language Directorate at the North-West University (NWU) are collaborating with the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) to host a Multilingual Symposium.
This symposium, taking place on 29 August, will be the main event at the NWU’s Language Awareness Week that will take place from 26 to 30 August.…
Empowering future entrepreneurs one STEP at a time
The North-West University (NWU), through its bhive Enterprise Development Centre (bhive EDC), has taken a significant step in fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem by introducing the Student Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (STEP) programme. As one of only four South African universities to adopt this…