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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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Public Protector Adv. Thuli Madonsela to visit Bloemfontein Campus
2012-04-10
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Adv. Madonsela will meet with the senior leadership of the university as well as with government officials.
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10 April 2012
South Africa’s Public Protector, Adv. Thuli Madonsela, will deliver a public lecture in the Wynand Mouton Theatre on the Bloemfontein Campus of the University of the Free State on 17 April 2012 at 17:00.
Before her lecture, Adv. Madonsela will meet with the senior management, staff and students of the university. She will also meet with members of the Free State Legislature, including the Premier, Mr Ace Magashule, and the Executive Mayor of the Mangaung Metro Municipality, Mr Thabo Manyoni. This will take place at the offices of the International Institute for Studies in Race, Reconciliation and Social Justice.
Brief profile of Adv. Madonsela.