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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 puts new climbing wall into use
2011-05-12
We will officially take our climbing wall into use behind the new Chemistry Building on Monday, 16 May 2011. The wall, to the value of R150 000, has been constructed by WGK Contractors and designed by Goldblatt Yuill architects.
The first group of climbers is already going to tackle this new adventure at the opening.
Date: Monday, 16 May 2011
Time: 08:00
Venue: Behind the Chemistry Building (you can also gain entry through the thoroughfare between the main Building and the North Block)
Please reply with Leonie Bolleurs at 051 401 2707 or bolleursl@ufs.ac.za.