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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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Kovsie Bequest society presents workshop on estates
2007-08-06

The Kovsie Bequest Society (KBS) of the University of the Free State (UFS) will present a workshop on estate planning and estate administration:

Date: Wednesday, 29 August 2007
Time: 09:00-13:00
Place: Reitz Hall, Centenary Complex, UFS Main Campus

The presenter of the session on estate planning is Mr Gert Nel, Director of Corporate Tax at PriceWaterhouse Coopers. He will focus on trusts and tax. Prof. Johan van Schalkwyk, Head of the UFS Department of Private Law will present the session on estate administration.

Interpreting services from Afrikaans to English will be available. The cost is R400.00 per person, which includes lunch, tea and refreshments. Enquiries can be directed to Ms Kathy Verwey at 051 401 9343 or verweyke.stg@mail.uovs.ac.za .

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