Local pentathlete Jon-Paul Raper (23), has just returned with his coach, Jessica Raper, from Europe where he competed in Paris and attended training camps in Bonn and Rome. This was done in preparation for the Africa Modern Pentathlon Championships on 23 July in Cairo, which serves as an Olympic Qualifier. According to John the Egyptians are very strong contenders in the modern pentathlon, have a full time fencing coach from Poland and boast with athletes in the top 20 in the … [Read more...] about Dear Philip, The Modern Pentathlete is the Most Complete Athlete There is
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Sealing the Deal for Construction Research and Development
Construction industry research and development received a welcome boost on Tuesday, 19 July 2011 with the signing of an agreement between Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and the Construction Industry Development Board (Cidb). The agreement follows Cidb’s decision to award inaugural Centres of Excellence to NMMU and the University of the Witwatersrand. The Cidb will fund the centres for three years. The centres, in turn, should establish a dedicated research agenda and produce high … [Read more...] about Sealing the Deal for Construction Research and Development
Port Elizabeth Cyclists Dominate SA Track Team
The Eastern Cape once again proved itself a powerhouse in the junior men's ranks with four Port Elizabeth riders included in the seven-man South African track team. The national squad was officially announced by Cycling South Africa (CSA) on Tuesday following a two-week training camp in Durban earlier this month. Top local club Mecer-NMMU leads the pack with two representatives - Marinus Prinsloo and Kellan Gouveris. With Shane Pheiffer and Cuen Holland completing the local quartet, … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Cyclists Dominate SA Track Team
In Celebration of Mandela Day
The groundswell of people getting involved in Mandela Day by donating 67 minutes of their time to communities all over South Africa grows in leaps and bounds year after year. The number of events in Port Elizabeth this year was staggering and certainly more than what any media instance could cover by itself. Let us know what you did on Mandela Day in the comments section below. Some of the 18 July 2011 Port Elizabeth Mandela Day events The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber celebrated … [Read more...] about In Celebration of Mandela Day
Half of NMMU Netball Squad Crack National Nod
In an unprecedented move, half of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's netball team have been named in the South African student squad, the academic institution announced on Monday, 18 July 2011. The six Spar-NMMU players were selected on the basis of their individual performances at the University Sport South Africa (USSA) tournament, which took place at North-West University's Potchefstroom campus earlier this month. The team placed fourth overall. "It's obviously a very big … [Read more...] about Half of NMMU Netball Squad Crack National Nod
NMMU Kickstarts R1 Billion Vision 2020 Fund
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University today launched its R1-billion capital and endowment campaign to help realise its Vision 2020 objectives. This fundraising campaign is a first for NMMU and one of the biggest campaigns in the country. And they cannot do it alone. The "My gift for a better tomorrow" campaign calls on all stakeholders, individuals and organizations, to support the well-being of NMMU and help make it an even greater university. Substantial contributions were already made … [Read more...] about NMMU Kickstarts R1 Billion Vision 2020 Fund
A Tasty Musical Treat from Gareth and Ulagh
In a perfect pairing of good music and fine food, lecturer of woodwind instruments at NMMU’s School of Music, Art and Design, Gareth Williams and his wife Ulagh are back with a new concept show called “Unplugged & Uncorked!” which runs at The Barn on 24 and 25 June. Gareth and Ulagh, along with another two featured artists, bassist Romy Brauteseth (now based in Cape Town) and Iain McLaggan (vocals) are all NMMU alumni. Gareth currently lectures part-time at NMMU and says that the … [Read more...] about A Tasty Musical Treat from Gareth and Ulagh
PE Welcomes Professor Steve Burgess to NMMU Business School Top Spot
Professor Steve Burgess of the Graduate School of Business (GSB) at the University of Cape Town is the new director of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Business School. Bringing a wealth of expertise to NMMU, Prof Burgess will take up the position on 1 October 2011. His appointment follows the move by the previous director, Prof Piet Naude, to the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic Affairs at NMMU. "The development of the Business School is one of the key projects of … [Read more...] about PE Welcomes Professor Steve Burgess to NMMU Business School Top Spot
So, Shannon Daniell, is it a Blancho or a Ponket?
A blanket that can simply be created into a poncho was the project idea that resulted in 21-year old BTech textile design student Shannon Daniell winning the South African leg of the 2011 Society for Dyers and Colourists (SDC) competition. This follows on the successes of Moipone Qekisi in 2009 and Laduma Ngxokolo last year: making it three Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University winners in the South African heat since the competition started in 2009. As a result, Shannon wins a trip to … [Read more...] about So, Shannon Daniell, is it a Blancho or a Ponket?
eNetsa’s WeldCore Process wins NSTF Award
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's eNtsa (previously known as the Automotive Components Technology Station - ACTS) team last night (26 May) won this year's National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) Awards for "Research leading to an innovation by a team", proving again that the university places great value on excellence. This category award is for individuals/teams that have made outstanding contributions to science, engineering and technology through research that has led to an … [Read more...] about eNetsa’s WeldCore Process wins NSTF Award
Local Solar Vehicle Project
In a boost to the metro's research capability into renewable energy, the Advanced Mechatronic Technology Centre (AMTC) and the Volkswagen Group/DAAD International Chair in the School of Engineering at NMMU, have initiated a solar vehicle project at the university. The project will entail the design and development of a solar powered vehicle that will expose students across a range of study fields to conduct research into an exploding renewable energy market and build on the base of … [Read more...] about Local Solar Vehicle Project
Milli Reddy Excelling in Texas
NMMU pharmacy alumnus Milli Reddy received the Michael H. Granof Outstanding Graduate Student Award for the University of Texas at Austin. The award recognises a graduate student of exceptional distinction including scholastic achievement, creative contributions beyond degree or departmental requirements, commitment to diversity, and exceptional service to the university. Milli is Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University School of Pharmacy's first Fulbright scholar. She was awarded a Fulbright … [Read more...] about Milli Reddy Excelling in Texas
Bianca Boshoff Invited to 10th Arts of Fashion Competition
BTech fashion design student Bianca Boshoff (22) has been selected to participate in 10th Arts of Fashion Competition - the Premier International Fashion Student Competition in San Francisco, USA, later this year. It is also the first time that an African university has registered for this competition. However, without financial support Bianca - who hails from Great Brak River - will sadly not be able to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The Arts of Fashion Foundation … [Read more...] about Bianca Boshoff Invited to 10th Arts of Fashion Competition
Simon Harmer Cricketer of the Year
Simon Harmer was named Toshiba NMMU Cricket Club's Cricketer of the Year at their annual prize-giving function held at the campus on Monday 4 April 2011. Simon played a crucial role in ensuring that the TOSHIBA Madibaz cricket team won back to back USSA titles in 2009 and 2010. He was the second highest wicket taker at the USSA week collecting 13 wickets at 3.9 runs per over. This included a match winning performance in the final where he collected four wickets. He was further selected … [Read more...] about Simon Harmer Cricketer of the Year
Celebrate International Year of Chemistry
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) is ready to celebrate the International Year of Chemistry with various activities aimed at involving learners at school and university students and making them aware of the wonderful world of chemistry. Grade 11 and 12 learners from surrounding schools can look forward to a "Chemistry Spectacular Show" on certain dates during the year; a chemistry quiz as well as a chemistry competition involving the "The Ten Most Important Molecules". They … [Read more...] about Celebrate International Year of Chemistry
