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

Waikato mechatronics connecting with the world

30 November 2022
Dr Shen Hin Lim, Senior Lecturer of Mechatronics and Programme Leader of Mechatronics at the University’s School of Engineering is looking forward to a quiet summer after a couple of months traveling back and forth to Korea.
Research partnership supports inclusive coaching practice and disability coach education

30 November 2022
A new three-year strategic partnership between Sport NZ and University of Waikato will provide a framework for supporting inclusive coaching practices and developing disability coach education resources.
Farewell to change maker, Dr David Nielson

28 November 2022
The University of Waikato is mourning the passing of Dr David Neilson, a member of the School of Social Sciences.
Art for Art’s Sake - and for the district of Waipā

28 November 2022
University of Waikato Head of School, Te Kura Toi (School of Arts) Professor Gareth Schott has been appointed to the funding panel for the Creative Communities Scheme for the Waipā District Council.
Ngareta Timutimu awarded prestigious University Medal

25 November 2022
The University of Waikato has awarded its prestigious University Medal to Ngareta Timutimu (MNZM) recognising her service to the University as a member of the University Council and as Chairperson of Te Rōpū Manukura.
Inclusivity symposium aims to lay pathway from crisis to transformation

25 November 2022
University of Waikato Professor Asad Mohsin is determined to break down barriers and bring Waikato ethnic communities together. The university is set to learn, engage and improve social well being, provide information and increase support for the safety, security and health of the community.
University launches Annual Appeal for 2022

25 November 2022
The 2022 Annual Appeal is focused on supporting student scholarships, nursing graduates, and opera.
Successful Security and Crime Wānanga brings international specialists together

17 November 2022
An international collaboration between University of Waikato’s Te Puna Haumaru - New Zealand Institute for Security and Crime Science (NZISCS) and the Security, Crime and Intelligence Innovation Institute (SCIII) at Cardiff University has shed light on some of the most important issues facing society today - and firmed up a very valuable relationship.
Strategic passion leads to Norway

14 November 2022
A competitive spirit and a passion for strategic management has landed University of Waikato Business Management student Stella McLean a ticket to Norway for the International Case Competition in February.
New pathways into tertiary study for migrant and former refugee community

11 November 2022
A new strategic partnership between the University of Waikato and the Hamilton Multicultural Services Trust (HMS Trust) aims to improve the economic and social wellbeing of the migrant and former refugee community in Hamilton and the Waikato.
University of Waikato signs new joint programme with Hainan University

11 November 2022
University of Waikato is pleased to announce a new agreement with Hainan University in China to deliver a joint programme in Computer Science.
Fostering analyst opportunities in rugby

11 November 2022
The Chiefs Rugby Club is teaming up with the University of Waikato to offer a PhD research opportunity for an aspiring analyst.
Te Maiea o te Rangi; the sun rises on a new opportunity for te reo

11 November 2022
A new opportunity to take te reo to the world has risen at the University of Waikato as the Māori Medium Education Programme, Te Maiea o te Rangi opens to school leavers and career changers with a passion for te reo Māori and teaching.
University of Waikato researchers honoured at Royal Society Te Aprārangi awards

10 November 2022
Two University of Waikato academics were honoured at the Royal Society Te Apārangi awards held in Hamilton last night.
Security and Crime Wānanga set to bring international specialists together

7 November 2022
An international collaboration between University of Waikato’s Te Puna Haumaru - New Zealand Institute for Security and Crime Science (NZISCS) and the Security, Crime and Intelligence Innovation Institute (SCIII) at Cardiff University will share knowledge around some of the most difficult issues facing society today.
Three University of Waikato researchers receive Marsden Fund support

3 November 2022
Three University of Waikato researchers have been successful in securing Marsden Funds in the latest funding round by the Royal Society Te Apārangi.
Government investment in student mental health recognised

2 November 2022
The exceptional work and commitment of our Student Health Service staff was acknowledged today by a special guest – the Minister of Health, Hon Andrew Little.
University of Waikato explores closer ties with Australian cousins

2 November 2022
A delegation from University of Waikato spent two days at the University of Newcastle in New South Wales last week, exploring the potential for a strategic partnership and engaging with colleagues in key areas of common interest.
Engineering Design Show promotes talent, vision and skill

2 November 2022
The annual Engineering Design Show at the University of Waikato wrapped up last week with engineering students from all four BE(Hons) years displaying, explaining, and demonstrating their work.
Get involved and grow - message from global leadership forum

2 November 2022
When the opportunity to take part in a Global Leadership forum presented itself to first year communications student Ben Woodgates, he leapt at the chance to get involved.
New Tauranga scholarships look to the future

31 October 2022
Two new scholarships for first year engineering and environmental science students in Tauranga aim to create new connections between students and industry in the Bay.
Caws and claws: two new fiction books from Catherine Chidgey

28 October 2022
University of Waikato academic and award-winning author Catherine Chidgey launched her seventh novel, The Axeman’s Carnival, at an event on the Hamilton campus last night, along with her second children’s book, Jiffy’s Greatest Hits.
Rutherford Discovery Fellowship to understand why Earth is habitable

27 October 2022
The goal of understanding the deep history of carbon cycling on Earth and how - and if - we can make that work for us in the fight against climate change has secured University of Waikato researcher Dr Terry Isson a prestigious Rutherford Discovery Fellowship.
ChemQuest 2022 goes to St John's College

27 October 2022
Students from St John’s College took out the 25th annual ChemQuest prize, held at the University of Waikato last night, beating nearly 150 students from 18 schools in the greater Waikato and Bay of Plenty region.
Strategic moooves: Management students advise Fonterra in 50th WMS Case Competition

21 October 2022
The iconic 50th Waikato Management School Case Competition held on 19 October saw four finalist teams of management students present their business strategies for Fonterra to a panel of judges, including Fonterra Chief Financial Officer Marc Rivers.
Māori student achievement recognised at annual awards

21 October 2022
The Ngā Tohu Toi Hau Awards for Māori student achievement were held on Saturday, with tauira Māori and Māori excellence recognised, honoured and celebrated.
Future of engineering on display next week

20 October 2022
The annual Waikato Engineering Design Show kicks off at University of Waikato next week, with the usual thrills and spills, and dozens of practical solutions to real world problems on display.
University of Waikato students gain work experience and solve sustainability problems through Impact Lab

14 October 2022
Year three students shared their findings at an Impact Lab presentation event this week, as part of the Work-Integrated Learning papers on offer at the University.
Aotearoa’s richest short story prize awarded

13 October 2022
The art of the Kiwi short story is alive and well if entries to this year’s Sargeson Prize are anything to go by.
NFT - Not a Fair Trade?

7 October 2022
Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, have become part of the common lexicon. Twitter, Instagram, and even the MTV VMAs have become home to influencers extolling the virtues of the digital assets.