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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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#FaceOfFacebook 2015/2016
2015-04-13
Vote for your favourite before 16 April at 16:00
Kovsies #FaceOfFacebook was born from the need to communicate with students, and thus become a virtual friend. Yearly auditions are held to choose the new face representing the UFS on Facebook. The successful candidate holds the title of #FaceOfFacebook for the next 12 months, attending events, and filming short video clips to post on our Facebook page.
Here are our top six:
- Cayley Ann Butcher (http://on.fb.me/1CNKzLj)
- Nompumelelo Maseko (http://on.fb.me/1NwWMPD)
- Thandiwe Nku (http://on.fb.me/1z9AwiW)
- Tshepiso Nkosi (http://on.fb.me/1FNEK4F)
- Liteboho Bohloa (DJ Heavy D) (http://on.fb.me/1FBJJ62)
- Reabetswe Mokone (http://on.fb.me/1NwW2tP)
The next phase of our #FaceOfFacebook auditions involves you. Go to the UFS Facebook page to view the videos of our Top Six contestants, and like your favourite. Each like will count as a vote.
And, in the words of one of our contestants: "Do the right thing; tell a friend to tell a friend that Kovsies' #FaceOfFacebook is on again."
Deadline for voting is 16 April 2015 at 16:00.