As Recess Approaches: The Mahikeng Campus moments Students Already Miss

Exams are almost over, recess is loading… and while everyone can’t wait to close their books and sleep for three days straight, there are a few Mahikeng Campus moments students will secretly start missing sooner than they expect.

Here’s the Academic Ick You Hate Most: IG Threw Major Shade

Every university has its little annoyances, the small academic habits that make students collectively roll their eyes, sigh dramatically, or send memes into the class group chat. So we asked, “What’s your BIGGEST academic ick at university?” And over 2,700 NWU students voted on Instagram.

The results were loud. Honest. Hilarious. And…

One University, 10 Obsessions!

The things that unite us, define us, and make the NWU… the NWU.

Every university has its quirks,  the little things that shape student life in surprising ways. But at the North-West University, we have quirks AND  obsessions.

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You Missed the University Application. What Now?

Okay, so your heart was set on NWU, but you just found out the application deadline has passed. It's a total vibe killer and can leave you feeling salty and uninspired. There are, however, still some moves you can make, and you've got options to slay that future application.

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“Hey, Are You Okay?” A Student’s Guide to Keeping Your Mind in Check

You know that moment when your laptop fan sounds like it’s about to take off, your coffee’s gone cold, and your to-do list looks like it’s planning world domination? Yeah. That’s university life. Between 8 a.m. lectures, late-night study sessions, and trying to pretend you have a social life, it’s easy to forget that…

Reflection on the TRACTOR Dementia and Alzheimer’s Awareness Journey

My name is Tshwanelo Maleko. I’m a master’s student in Communication at the NWU and an intern in the Sustainability and Community Impact Department. My passion lies in Communication for Social Change.

In October last year, I joined the TRACTOR Project as a volunteer communication lead. Through Mrs Bibi Bouwman, I was introduced to Mrs…

“Leadership That Listens, Learns, and Leads”: Meet Musa Bizani, Champion of Community and Sustainability at NWU

When Musa Bizani steps into a room, it’s not just with intention – it’s with impact. As NWU’s SRC Community and Stakeholder Engagement Officer and a 2025 Siyaphumelela Scholar, Musa strives for a kind of leadership that is as collaborative as it is courageous. 

Whether he’s…

Did You Know? Dance is a sport at NWU!

Think sport and your mind probably jumps to football, athletics or rugby, right? But at North-West University, sport wears glitter, moves to a beat, and knows how to dip, spin and win. Yes. NWU has Dance Sport. Not just for fun. Not…

3 Cities, 1 NWU: Why each North-West University campus is a vibe of it’s own!

There’s something magical about being part of the NWU, not just because we wear purple with pride, but because our university is made up of three diverse, vibrant campuses that each bring their own energy, culture, and flavour to student life. So, whether you’re chilling in Mahikeng, vibing in Vanderbijlpark, or…

The NWU Experience: More Than Just Books

When people think of university, they often picture lecture halls and textbooks. But at North-West University, student life is so much more than academics. Whether you're on the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom, or Vanderbijlpark campus, life as an NWU…