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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.
UFS Council approves name change of buildings and centres on the three campuses
2016-02-23
During its meeting on 4 December 2015, The Council of the University of the Free State approved a list of name changes and new names for several buildings and academic centres.
In continuing to express the value of human togetherness and solidarity across social and historical divides, the following names will come into effect:
Bloemfontein Campus
CR Swart Building: Equitas Building
Building housing the media studio: Visual Media Hub
Centre for Financial Planning Law: School of Financial Planning Law
Centre for Accounting: School of Accountancy
South Campus
Arena: Madiba Arena
VIP Lounge: Madiba VIP Lounge
Conference Hall: Ukubizana Centre
Old Education buildings: Bohlale A, Bohlale B and Bohlale C
Library: Neville Alexander Library
Cafeteria: Southern Café
Lecture venues: Isifundo A, Isifundo B, Isifundo C, Isifundo D, Isifundo E and Isifundo F
New residence: Legae
Qwaqwa Campus
Library: TK Mopeli Library