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16 May 2022
An image of Dr Jerry Mofokeng wa Makhetha’s book, I am a Man

The University of the Free State (UFS) Sasol Library, in collaboration with the Office for International Affairs, invites you to the launch of a book by Dr Jerry Mofokeng wa Makhetha, titled I am a man.  In this book, he explains his complex relationship with masculinity, fatherhood, and identity. 

Date: 18 May 2022
Time: 17:00-18:30
Venue: UFS Sasol Library – Level 2

About the author

Dr Jerry Mofokeng
On 28 June 2019, Dr Jerry Mofokeng wa Makhetha received an honorary Doctor of Letters (DLitt) degree from the University of the Free State (UFS) for his commitment to scholarship and his service to humanity.

Dr Makhetha is an iconic and award-winning South African actor who has appeared in several critically acclaimed films, including Cry, the Beloved Country; Lord of War; Mandela and de Klerk; and the 2005 Academy Award-winning film Tsotsi.  Dr Mofokeng studied at Wits Drama School where he initially majored in Acting, and later went on to study at Columbia University in America, where he obtained his master's degree in Theatre Directing.



About the book:
Dr Jerry Mofokeng wa Makhetha always felt like an outsider in his family. At the age of 58, he discovers who his real father is. Suddenly his search for identity makes sense. He gives us a glimpse into his family life – his love for his wife and kids, as well as tracing the highlights and disappointments of his career. Along the way, he learns some very important lessons about manhood. This is a memoir, but also a challenge to South African men to live out their masculinity in a responsible way.

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Writing workshop for middle managers presented by Prof Jonathan Jansen on 22 April 2013
2013-03-12

A workshop for university middle managers and administrators on how to write effectively for internal (eg. students) and external (eg. parents, government) audiences, will be presented by Prof Jonathan Jansen, Vice-Chancellor and Rector.  Topics include written communication with difficult clients and how to write for political audiences.  A ‘case study’ approach that requires colleagues to do active writing in the workshop, will be used.  Workshop participants must bring their own laptops.

Date: 22 April 2013
Time: 15:00-18:00
Venue: Room 16, Main Building, Bloemfontein Campus

Please confirm your attendance with Tarusha Sewkumar at sewkumart@ufs.ac.za / x7152 by 19 April 2013. Enquiries can be directed to Lacea Loader at loaderl@ufs.ac.za / x2584.



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