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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.
Kleinsêr winners ready for national competition
2012-08-13
Marjolein residence ladies in action.
10 Augustus 2012
Women’s residence Marjolein and men’s residence Veritas will fly the flag high for the university at the national Sêr competition that will be held on the Bloemfontein Campus on 1 September 2012. The two residences were named the winners of the annual Kleinsêr competition.
Marjolein and Veritas will come up against the universities of Johannesburg, Pretoria, Stellenbosch and North West.
Tickets are available in Room 37 at the Thakaneng Bridge from Monday 13 August 2012, 09:00 - 15:00. For telephone bookings contact 051 401 9098.
For more info contact Cornelia Faasen at faasenc@ufs.ac.za or 051 401 2819.