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The latest in research and achievement from the University of Waikato.
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Airbnb not the culprit in holiday hotspot’s housing crisis
21 December 2020
A new study has found Airbnb is not wholly to blame for the shortage of rental housing in the popular surf town of Raglan, New Zealand. The study was prompted by concern about landlords ousting local tenants before summer to take advantage of high nightly rates via Airbnb. -
Using cabbage tree to grow Kaimoana – science through a Mātauranga Māori lens
18 December 2020
Tauranga-based Associate Professor Kura Paul-Burke is passionate about scientific research through a Mātauranga (Māori Knowledge) lens and has been making great progress of late with her research on mussel bed regeneration in Ōhiwa Harbour. -
Waikato University computer science students help Africa medical charity
17 December 2020
An international charity which finds sponsorship for medical students to study in Africa has had a helping hand from a team of Waikato University computer science students -
Swimming and study, a balancing act for new teacher
15 December 2020
Managing study and competitive sport required commitment. Luke Mitchell, who has graduated with a Bachelor of Teaching from the University of Waikato, knows just how much of a juggle it can be. -
Remembering a one of a kind leader
15 December 2020
The University of Waikato community acknowledges and mourns the passing of Council member Scott Bartlett. -
Online learning inspires Ohakune teacher
14 December 2020
It took hard work and perseverance, but it has all been worth it for Miriama McLean-Bell, who graduates with a Bachelor of Teaching from the University of Waikato. -
Graduate ‘spinning linguistic gold’
14 December 2020
Alexandra Lodge loves telling stories and performing and has done so since she can remember. Being a writer is what she has always wanted to be, even though over the years she has taken a detour as an actor. This week, she proudly graduated from the University of Waikato with a Doctorate in Philosophy. -
Linguistweets – 15 minutes. Hashtag. Go!
11 December 2020
Two University of Waikato projects were the only New Zealand submissions selected to take part in a recent, unique Twitter event. -
Dressed in rainbow, Jake finally makes it to graduation day
11 December 2020
Jake Angus (Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāpuhi and Tainui), fulfilled a long-held dream when they graduated with a Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) from the University of Waikato Tauranga and had their degree conferred at Te Kohinga Mārama Marae. -
Waikato Masters graduate and biosecurity champion dives into new role
11 December 2020
Yanika Te Paea Reiter (Ngāi Tūhoe) graduated with a Master of Science (Research) in Biological Sciences and is now working at the University of Waikato Coastal Marine Field Station in Tauranga as part of an MBIE funded ‘Smart Idea’ programme, examining marine invasion mitigation options. -
Researcher and engineering lecturer to chair leading Robotics group
10 December 2020
A leading apple fruitlet thinning automation expert has been appointed chairperson for a national robotics group. -
Building a bridge to the future with engineering degree
10 December 2020
Erza Dunlop has been lucky to work on New Zealand’s largest concrete bridge. Bridge 20 is part of the huge Transmission Gully roading project near Porirua where he grew up. Now Erza, 22, (Ngāti Toa and Te Aupōuri iwi) is graduating with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons) from the University of Waikato. -
Bachelor of Laws graduate advises those looking to University
9 December 2020
Graduating from the University of Waikato this week with a Bachelor of Laws with Honours, Savanna Hiha credits the beginning of her journey to a Year 10 teacher who saw her potential and made a point of telling her she would make a great lawyer one day. -
Honey bees, a baby and now a PhD
5 December 2020
Attending her graduation ceremony this week at Te Kohinga Mārama Marae with baby Ruby in arms, her family by her side and to a soundtrack of cicadas seemed a fitting finale for Rachel Nepia, who has emerged from her studies at Waikato with a PhD in Biological Sciences. -
Ashleigh's journey to engineering a better tomorrow
4 December 2020
Ashleigh Dick will graduate this week with a Bachelor of Engineering (hons) in Environmental Engineering. Hailing from Warkworth, she is passionate about protecting the environment and believes we should take a holistic view of society to be effective at helping the planet survive. -
Pathways to Waikato qualifications now available in over 30 countries worldwide
3 December 2020
Pathway programmes leading to direct degree-level entry at the University of Waikato are now available in more than 30 countries worldwide, thanks to a partnership between the University, Education New Zealand and UK-based qualifications provider NCUK. -
A hand up with education: Celebrating 20 years of scholarship support
1 December 2020
Nancy Caiger believes strongly that those who receive a helping hand in life should pay it forward, when they can. 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of the scholarship she set up in memory of her late husband, to help students studying social sciences. -
Unravelling mysteries of the human body and mind through research
1 December 2020
University of Waikato researchers will explore new frontiers in human health and psychology over the next three years, investigating how we develop sight, how our memories affect planning, and how an antibiotic-resistant infection might be targeted. -
University of Waikato Hamilton campus bolder and brighter than ever before
30 November 2020
In the space of a week, the University of Waikato’s Hamilton campus has transformed into a bolder, brighter and more inspiring place to study, visit and work thanks to the Boon: Street Art Festival. -
Kudos for life’s work
27 November 2020
A University of Waikato academic has been recognised along with his wife for a lifetime of work dedicated to restoration ecology. -
Strong family ties to Waikato for Barbour sisters
26 November 2020
Despite four very different academic disciplines between them, the Barbour sisters all agree on one thing – the importance of education and the critical role a university has in the community in which it stands. -
Finding fault: researchers team up to assess Hamilton’s seismic risk and lake health
25 November 2020
Two science research teams have joined forces to develop a new understanding of earthquake risk and lake health in and around Hamilton using core samples taken from lake beds. -
With education and understanding, everyone can be a peacekeeper
24 November 2020
2009 Distinguished Alumnus Alyn Ware says anyone can be a peacekeeper - all it takes is the right education and understanding. -
Pregnant women missing out on diabetes checks
23 November 2020
A University of Waikato study has found only 26.4% of women are screened for diabetes during pregnancy as per the national guidelines in the Waikato. Even worse, just 17.5% of Māori women receive the recommended checks, despite being at higher risk of diabetes than non-Māori. -
University of Waikato researchers to uncover secrets of our planet
23 November 2020
Three University of Waikato-led projects will unearth new knowledge of our natural environment after receiving a total of $1.9 million in Marsden funding. -
Study exposes discrimination against Māori LGBTQI+ peoples
21 November 2020
New Zealand’s first study on the health and wellbeing of Takatāpui and Māori LGBTQI+ peoples shows more must be done to reduce discrimination in health services and in public places. -
Aquaculture economy a lucrative industry for the Bay of Plenty
19 November 2020
A brand-new aquaculture facility is now operating in Tauranga thanks to a $13 million algal biotechnology research project, funded by the Tertiary Education Commission’s Entrepreneurial Universities programme and the University of Waikato. -
2020 Callaghan Medal: “A conduit between traditional Māori knowledge and modern Science”
18 November 2020
Professor Rangi Matamua (Tūhoe) has been awarded the Callaghan Medal from Royal Society Te Apārangi for his ability to engage audiences with his research into Matariki. -
University of Waikato joins international Climate Alliance
18 November 2020
The University of Waikato has joined an international coalition of around 50 of the world’s top climate research universities with a shared vision to be a global source of trusted communication of climate research. -
Global experts converge to unleash potential of AI for finance sector
18 November 2020
The University of Waikato is launching a new event series designed to showcase the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for specific industries, bringing together leading experts from around the world.