A day in the life at the University of Pretoria. 25 June 1965

On this "Day in the life of the University of Pretoria" the student newspaper, Perdeby, celebrated the achievements of Tukkie Alumni and wrestler, Theo Kruger.

Perdeby, 25 June 1965 © UP Archives

Kruger, as detailed in the article featured above, was as champion South African wresteler and Tukkie Alumni. While furthering with his studies in the UK, at the University of Leeds, Kruger continued to wrestle. He performed exceptionally in the UK and became the University of Leeds wrestling captain.

The UPA preserves the history of the University of Pretoria. We have an extensive photo collection and earlier copies of the senate, council and faculty minutes. The UPA also has a complete print collection of the Perdeby (PDBY). Please contact us on [email protected]  to share your memories of Tukkies or access our collection virtually.