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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.
Qwaqwa Campus final-year students invited to Postgraduate Open Day on 16 September 2015
2015-09-11
Postgraduate studies are often accompanied by a financial burden for many students. The University of the Free State (UFS) has relaxed registration fees for all final-year students in order to gain easier access to postgraduate studies.
If you are a final-year student at the Qwaqwa Campus, and want to have a competitive edge once you enter the workplace, the Postgraduate Open Day is the event for you.
The Vice-Chancellor and Rector of the University of the Free State, Prof Jonathan Jansen, is hosting an information session on your campus, and has dedicated an informative letter to you as a prelude.
Details of event:
Date: Wednesday 16 September 2015
Time: 14:30- 15:30
Place: Nelson Mandela Hall, Qwaqwa Campus