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26 January 2022
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Story Rulanzen Martin
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Photo University of the Western Cape
The late Prof Jaap Durand.
The management of the University of the Free State (UFS) is saddened to learn of the passing of Prof Jaap Durand, revered theological academic and author. Prof Durand obtained his master’s degree from the UFS and received an honorary doctorate in Philosophy from the UFS in 2004.
Prof Durand has had a colourful career as academic, writer, and struggle activist: from Professor of Systematic Theology and Dean of the Faculty of Theology at the University of the Western Cape to Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the same university. He also served as the ombudsman of Stellenbosch University from 2002 to 2003.
During his life, Prof Durand was a unifier and a critical voice, speaking out against injustice. He has also authored several books, including Dit is amper dag; Evolusie, wetenskap en geloof, and Protesstem.
The UFS joins the higher education community in mourning and is deeply saddened by the loss of such a great theologian and academic. We wish to convey our deepest condolences to Prof Durand’s family, friends, and loved ones during this time.
Roads and entrance closed due to roadworks
2017-12-04
UFS University Estates has advised those visiting the Bloemfontein Campus to be aware of the fact that some roads will be closed for resealing as part of the 2017 road maintenance project. Visible signage and flagmen will be placed at strategic places to alert the UFS community. As the UFS, we apologise for any inconvenience caused in this regard. UFS staff, students, and visitors are requested to make use of alternative routes and entrances to the campus on scheduled dates.
Dates of closing of roads and entrances:
Week 27 November–2 December 2017
• Senate Street
• Dekaan Street
• Akademie Avenue
• Chancellor’s Road
Week 4 December–8 December 2017
• Furstenberg Road (gate closed completely)
• Sports Avenue
• Faculty Road
• Graduandi Avenue
• Rector’s Road
• Shimla Avenue
Week 11 December–15 December 2017
• Will follow later when information has been received from the contractor.