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Date: 1935 Type: University Status: Extant

Wynand Louw designed the Physics Building in 1928. At the beginning of 1935, it was decided that building works should commence immediately. The building contractors Sterrenberg & Lutz, who also built the Main Building, completed the building to the satisfaction of the PUC authorities. Support from the Potchefstroom town council in 1938 in the amount of £2 000 was much appreciated. Local business also supported the PUC. Copper plaques were installed in buildings to honour the individuals and institutions who contributed toward building costs. The copper plaque that was installed in the new Physics Building thanks the Potchefstroom town council for their contribution of £2 000. The carpenter who installed all the woodwork in the building, including benches, floors, laboratory counters and cupboards, was PAJ Ryke. His son, Prof PAJ (Piet) Ryke later was a lecturer in Zoology and his grandson, Peet Ryke, for many years was a pillar of strength at NWU Arts. (Extracted and edited form an article Physics Building - a dream come true after many hard years by Lennie Gouws, Mar 14, 2025. Read the full article)