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UFS extends its condolences on the passing of Theological giant, Prof Jaap Durand

26 January 2022 | Story Rulanzen Martin | Photo University of the Western Cape

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.

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Senior management supports Bloemfontein Celtic

2005-09-10

The senior management of the University of the Free State (UFS) wore the T-shirts of Bloemfontein Celtic in a show of support for the local soccer club that has reached the final of the SAA Supa 8 competition.

The final between Bloemfontein Celtic and Gauteng-based Supersport United team will be played on Saturday 17 September 2005.

Front from left:
Ms Edma Pelzer, Director: Physical Resources and Special Projects; Prof Sakkie Steyn, Registrar: General and Mr Billyboy Ramahlele, Director: Diversity

Middle from left:
Prof Frederick Fourie, Rector and Vice-Chancellor; Dr Ezekiel Moraka, Vice-Rector: Student Affairs and Prof Magda Fourie, Vice-Rector: Academic Planning

Back from left:
Prof Teuns Verschoor, Vice-Rector: Academic Operations; Prof Niel Viljoen, Chief Director: Operations, Mr Willem Malherbe, Registrar: Strategic Planning; Prof Tienie Crous, Dean: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and Ds Kiepie Jaftha, Chief Director: Community Service

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