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12 May 2023
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Story Mbali Moiketsi
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Visiting universities and learning more about them is an essential part of prospective students’ journey into higher education. The University of the Free State (UFS) has launched the Kovsie-Connect Virtual Experience.
This is an initiative of the Student Recruitment Services in partnership with the Office for International Affairs to give the modern-day prospective student an experience of what the University of the Free State can offer. The Kovsie-Connect Virtual Experience is an interactive online platform that allows prospective students to engage and learn more about the UFS from the comfort of their own homes.
The Virtual Experience is tailor-made for local and international prospective students with the aim of providing an overview of academic offerings, facilities, and student life through a series of online documents, pre-recorded videos, and virtual tours.
The virtual format allows for easy accessibility and convenience, as potential students can attend the event from anywhere in the world without the need for travel. This experience aims to provide students with the information they need to make an informed decision and Choose the UFS!
Click here to access the tour.
Tips during power interruptions
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- Be aware of times when power interruptions can occur.
- Switch off lights, computers and air conditioning when leaving offices before a power interruption takes place.
- Avoid lifts during power interruptions.
- After sunset: Stay on the pedestrian walkways and move away from classes in groups where possible.
- Regularly test doors with magnetic locks to determine whether backup batteries are in order.
- Card reader systems at residences will not work during power interruptions. Residence committees must make alternative access arrangements.
- Please be aware that booms open automatically during power interruptions.
- Telephone systems will be operative at al times.
- Power points should be regarded as live at all times.
- In case of emergency, phone the emergency number of Protection Services: 051 401 2911.