Russell Ally
Russell Ally is the current Senior Director of Institutional Advancement at the University of the Free State, where he began his tenure in July 2021. In this position he oversees fundraising, alumni relations, and institutional advancement. He is also a member of the university’s senior executive team, participating in the highest decision-making structures of the university, including the Rectorate.
Special Colloquium – Honouring Sarah Baartman
To commemorate the official renaming of Sarah Baartman Hall, a special colloquium titled “Honouring Sarah Baartman: Feminist Perspectives on Rights and Social Justice” was held on Thursday, 11 September 2025.