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13 December 2019 | Story Valentino Ndaba | Photo iStock
safety, road safety
Safety comes first, fun festive second.

Safety never takes a holiday. The University of the Free State’s Department of Protection Services wishes the Kovsie community happy and safe holidays.

Heed these tips when travelling, away on holiday or in the street.

  • Be aware of your surroundings and any suspicious-looking persons or behaviour (especially in queues);
  • Report any suspicious behaviour or activity to the central security on-site or the South African Police Services;
  • Be alert when leaving shopping centres. Should you suspect that you are being followed, drive to the nearest police station;
  • Jamming devices are frequently used by criminals, so ensure that your vehicle is locked by physically checking it before leaving;
  • All valuables must be safely stowed away in the boot or under the seats in order to avoid smash and grab incidents;
  • Do not leave your handbags or valuables unattended while shopping; and
  • Obey the rules of the road and carry your driver’s licence with you.Happy holidays! Enter 2020 safe and secure!

Happy holidays! Enter 2020 safe and secure!

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Students visit Vice-Chancellor at home
2012-09-26

Photo: Kaleidoscope
26 September 2012

The first-years and house committee members from the residences JBM Hertzog and NJ van der Merwe had the opportunity to visit Prof. Jonathan Jansen, Vice-Chancellor and Rector, and his wife, Grace, at their home in Bloemfontein during September 2012. During this fun-filled day students had the opportunity to relax, make merry and enjoy a meal together. WP Wahl, Assistant-Director: Assistant Director: Residence Life, says it was a wonderful opportunity to visit Prof. Jansen and his wife.

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