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28 August 2018
The Rector and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the Free State (UFS), Prof Francis Petersen, comments on recent articles in the media and posts on social media alleging that white students and their history are not welcome at the UFS.

“I would like to explicitly state that white students are welcome at the University of the Free State, the same as any other student.”

“The university has been firm in its commitment towards diversity and inclusivity and this applies to all our students – irrespective of race. To make statements that white students and their history are not part of the UFS, is irresponsible. It is important for all our students – including the student leadership – to demonstrate tolerance towards each other so that everyone feel part of the university community,” said Prof Petersen. 

Antagonistic behaviour towards students or staff is not aligned to the vision and values of the university, and such behaviour will therefore not be tolerated at the University of the Free State.


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UFS produces best back of Varsity Cup series
2011-04-20

 
Enrico Acker, scrumhalf of the FNB Shimlas

Enrico Acker, scrumhalf of the FNB Shimlas, has been named as the FNB Varsity Cup’s best back of the series.

Earlier in the series, during the FNB Shimlas’ victory over the TUT, Enrico was named as the match’s Player that Rocks. Soon afterwards the Free State Vodacom Cup team announced that they wanted him.

In reaction to this, Enrico said that he would like to finish his season with the FNB Shimlas. “I have come a very long way with them and would like to be involved in the semi-finals, as well as, if we get the opportunity, in the finals,” he says.

Keep a lookout for the match times of our residences league on the Student Portal and come and support the men.
 

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