Professor Brinkman's farewell lecture

The farewell seminar of Professor Brinkman preceded his official farewell lecture, both took place on 23 October in the Aula of our university. Please find an account of the formal academic speech in pictures.

Children waiting impatiently for their grandfather's appearance in the cortege of Professors.

An Indonesian delegation attended the lecture.

Professor W. Janse (Dean of the Faculty of Theology) and Professor M.E. Brinkman at the front of the cortege just before entering the Aula.

Mayor A.J. Gerritsen from Brinkman's hometown gave a special appearance at the lecture.

Professor Brinkman was pleasantly surprised by the mayor's visit.

Professor Brinkman received a medal for his extensive work.

Professor Brinkman gave his final academic speech.

Diagonal view on the cortege of professors.

Family seated at the first row on the left.

Professor Brinkman wearing his Royal Award.

Waiting in line to congratulate Professor Brinkman.

The beadle's staff and hands.

Toga from a different university.

Toga from a South African University.