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26 January 2022
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Story Rulanzen Martin
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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.
Joint Graduation Ceremony at our Bloemfontein Campus
2011-12-06
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There was great excitement in the air at the University of the Free State’s Bloemfontein Campus as almost 400 students gathered with their friends and family at the Callie Human Centre for the December Graduation ceremony.
On Thursday 1 December 2011 The UFS awarded various degrees and diplomas to students of the Faculty for Health Sciences and the School of Open Learning at this joint graduation ceremony.
The School of Open Learning was established earlier this year at the South Campus and was officially launched on 28 November 2011. The school previously formed part of the Faculty of Education.