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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 Bloemfontein and South Campuses closed from 25 to 26 February 2016
2016-02-24
State of our campuses #10
The situation on the Bloemfontein Campus of the University of the Free State is calm this morning and no incidents occurred overnight. The campus is secure and members of the South African Police Service and the university's Protection Services are present.
The Bloemfontein and South Campuses will be closed on 25 to 26 February 2016. All academic and administrative services will resume on Monday 29 February 2016. The university management will use Thursday and Friday to prepare the campus for lectures and to try and finalise agreements with the protesting parties.