Jaaroorsig - University of the Free State

uild a sustaining foundation for analways self-renewing, robust university,”Prof. Fourie said.The need for a next phase of transformationto maintain the momentum hadbecome imperative. Prof. Fourie said:“We have reached a historic moment inthe life of the UFS where innovativethinking and bold steps are yet againnecessary, because failure is not anoption.” To initiate the next transformationphase, two vice-rectors wereappointed to co-ordinate the formationof a transformation plan task team. Itwas set the task of compiling a coherentand comprehensive transformation planin consultation with staff, students,alumni and other stakeholders.The UFS’s strategic priorities (qualityand excellence; equity, diversity andredress; financial sustainability; regionalcooperation and engagement; and nationaland international outward thrust)were thoroughly informed by the ongoingtransformation process in 2005. Likewise,the transformation process wasinformed by the strategic priorities, sinceexemplary transformation must be integratedwith sound strategic and operationalmanagement of the university.The way in which this was accomplishedis detailed in the chapters that follow.The Board Room in the Main Building also has avideo-conference link with the Qwaqwa Campus.6