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The latest in research and achievement from the University of Waikato.

University of Waikato announces Diana Clarke as 2022 Writer in Residence

27 January 2022
A novel exploring the cult-like logic of internet communities alongside organised religious groups such as Gloriavale and Scientology will be the focus of University of Waikato’s new Writer In Residence, Diana Clarke.
Waikato appoints three new Professors

25 January 2022
University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor Professor Neil Quigley has announced promotion to Professor for three academics, and seven promotions to Associate Professor.
Passing of Distinguished Alumnus and educationalist

20 January 2022
The University of Waikato acknowledges the passing of Distinguished Alumnus Le Mamea Taulapapa Sefulu Isaia Ioane QSO, aged 85.
A rare gem

14 January 2022
Obituary: Huy Tien Vu
Engineering grad learning the ropes at Fonterra

13 January 2022
Tairongo Tuhiwai says Waikato set him up well for an engineering career.
Researchers address inequities in diabetes treatment for Māori and Pacific people

13 January 2022
University of Waikato researchers are undertaking a pivotal study into the treatment of patients with Type 2 diabetes as they try to improve health system factors that can lead to better prescribing of medication for Māori and Pacific patients.
University alumni and honorary staff recognised in New Year's Honours

13 January 2022
A total of seven University of Waikato alumni, plus an adjunct professor, have been named in this year’s New Year’s honours.
Ready and raring to go

17 December 2021
Cushla Foe was working in retail in Queensland when she decided she was ready for a new and harder challenge. So she packed her bags, farewelled her large extended family and headed for the University of Waikato in Tauranga to study for a teaching degree.
Waikato ranked among the best in the world in international student survey

17 December 2021
In one of the toughest years for tertiary institutions with closed borders and Covid-19 lockdowns, students have ranked the University of Waikato among the best in the world and staff have praised its response and leadership.
Kīngitanga proverb inspires new name for Te Ngira

16 December 2021
The University of Waikato’s National Institute of Demographic and Economic Analysis, commonly known as NIDEA, has rebranded to Te Ngira: Institute for Population Research.
Battling cattle bloat

15 December 2021
Why are some cows more susceptible than others to bloat? Scientists think a single protein might provide the answer.
New Waikato scholarship encourages more Māori and Pacific students into academia

15 December 2021
The University of Waikato has launched a new doctoral scholarship for Māori and Pacific students aimed at increasing the number of Māori and Pacific academics across the University.
University of Waikato launches New Zealand’s first Esports minor qualification

14 December 2021
With three out of every four New Zealanders now involved in video gaming, the University of Waikato has launched New Zealand’s first Esports minor qualification and is taking enrolments for 2022.
University of Waikato researchers to lead seaweed farming trials in Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Plenty

13 December 2021
University of Waikato researchers’ Dr Marie Magnusson and Dr Rebecca Lawton will receive $1.2 million to lead research into seaweed farming in the Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Plenty as part of a $5 million commercial regenerative seaweed farming pilot.
Coming full circle

13 December 2021
When Maldanoeline (Malda) Sinaumea graduates with a Bachelor of Teaching from the University of Waikato in April, it will be a special moment not only for her but also for her father sitting in the audience.
Toihuarewa – Waimāori Chair in Lake and Fresh Water Science appointment confirmed

13 December 2021
Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council and the University of Waikato have appointed Dr Deniz Özkundakci to the position of Toihuarewa – Waimāori Bay of Plenty Regional Council Chair in Lake and Fresh Water Science.
Distinguished Alumna joins University Council

13 December 2021
The University of Waikato Council has welcomed well-known chief executive, director and Distinguished Alumna, Parekawhia McLean (Ngāti Mahanga - Hourua, Waikato, Ngāti Maniapoto), as a new member.
Roadmap launched to grow NZ’s robotics industry

10 December 2021
With robotics and automation set to replace 46 percent of day jobs by 2040, a new national strategy has been launched to grow the New Zealand sector that currently employs around 3200 people and generates $1 billion in annual revenue.
Adventures, business and lessons from lockdown

8 December 2021
Catching up with Distinguished Alumnus Jamie Fitzgerald.
Engineering for Samoa's renewable energy efforts

7 December 2021
Before he had even started university study, Tiotio Lockington knew he wanted to contribute to renewable energy efforts in his home country of Samoa.
Law alumna helps protect constitutional law

1 December 2021
The University of Waikato alumnus and Supreme Court Justice of Samoa, Leilani Tuala-Warren, considers her work in protecting constitutional law during the recent Samoan political crisis a highlight.
World's first Bachelor of Climate Change degree attracts new scholarships

1 December 2021
Tower joins forces with the University of Waikato, offering scholarships to nurture future climate change experts.
Sir William and Lady Judi Gallagher announce further support for University of Waikato with new scholarship

29 November 2021
Hamilton philanthropists Sir William and Lady Judi Gallagher will fund eight new scholarships a year to support students studying across a range of subjects.
International alumnus working to minimise cyber security threats

25 November 2021
With cyber security threats on the rise, University of Waikato alumnus Eric Wang is working hard to protect New Zealand organisations from the challenges they face in an increasingly digitised world.
Law alumnus honours grandfather through new judge role

22 November 2021
When University of Waikato law alumnus Aidan Warren was five years old, he sat on the knee of his koro who gave him some advice, “When you grow up, become a lawyer to help our people.” In October 2021, Judge Aidan Warren was sworn in to the Māori Land Court and the vision of his koro was fulfilled.
Thanks to Waikato, Youyou Gao is now where she's always wanted to be

22 November 2021
Originally from Hefei, China, Youyou Gao thrived at the University of Waikato studying computer graphic design.
A career of public service and contribution to Māori development recognised

19 November 2021
A dedicated iwi leader and public servant had an honorary doctorate conferred by the University of Waikato today in Whakatāne.
University of Waikato to introduce vaccination requirement on campus

18 November 2021
Following a consultation process, the University of Waikato has decided to make Covid-19 vaccination compulsory for staff, students and contractors accessing its campus and sites.
University of Waikato expands operations in Vietnam

15 November 2021
The University of Waikato continues to expand its operations in Vietnam, signing an innovative new partnership this week with Van Lang University in Ho Chi Min City, to provide study pathways for students as part of the new University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication, with a major in Public Relations.
Pacific women lag behind in access to breast cancer care and treatment

12 November 2021
The cost of breast cancer treatment is increasing as results continue to vary between Pacific and non-Pacific women, two studies have found.