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26 January 2022
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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.
Annual Public Management Commemorative Lecture by Dr. Bonginkosi Emmanuel “Blade” Nzimande, Minister of Higher Education and Training
2009-08-15
The Dean and staff of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences cordially invite you to the Annual Public Management Commemorative Lecture by Dr. Bonginkosi Emmanuel “Blade” Nzimande, Minister of Higher Education and Training, on the topic Higher Education in contemporary South Africa
Date: Thursday, 3 September 2009
Time: 18:00
Venue: Auditorium, CR Swart Building, UFS
Dress: Lounge suit
Refreshments will be served after the lecture.
Confirm attendance with: Ms Lizette Pretorius, Tel. 051 – 401 2435 or lpretorius.ekw@ufs.ac.za by Thursday, 27 August 2009.