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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.
Stefans Grové 90 years – A Festival & Symposium
2012-08-07
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Internationally acclaimed South African composer, Stefans Grové, celebrates his 90th birthday this year. To commemorate his long and distinguished career, the Odeion School of Music, in collaboration with the Documentation Centre for Music (DOMUS) at the University of Stellenbosch, proudly presents a weekend-long festival in Bloemfontein from 10 to 12 August. The festivities will include concerts of his music, a symposium of musicological reflection as well as commentaries on his work by the composer himself.