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

University Council visits The Pā

12 August 2022
University Council members visited the site of The Pā this week.
University design student collaborates with global creative group

9 August 2022
A bright blue avatar created by a University of Waikato design student is on show across New Zealand as part of the University’s A Trimester 2023 campaign.
University staff trained in Mental Health First Aid

8 August 2022
More than 150 University of Waikato staff have gained the skills needed to support someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis thanks to the new Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Aotearoa New Zealand course.
Fish farming licence adds depth to research

5 August 2022
Large-scale research into a wide variety of algae is a step closer for Aotearoa’s first state-of-the-art aquaculture facility for macroalgae cultivation, with the granting of a seaweed and freshwater algae fish farming licence to the University of Waikato and WaikatoLink Ltd.
Leading academics awarded Emeritus Professor titles

2 August 2022
Two leading University of Waikato academics have been awarded the prestigious title of Emeritus Professor for their contributions to the University and their fields of expertise.
Double major and university at 16

1 August 2022
Keshav Mahindra achieved University Entrance and NCEA Level 3, all there was left to do was enrol at the University of Waikato.
University of Waikato recognises high-achieving alumni

29 July 2022
A Supreme Court judge, Māori business leaders and professional directors are being recognised by the University of Waikato for their contributions to community.
Waikato athletes in Birmingham

27 July 2022
Thirteen University of Waikato students and alumni will be competing in this year’s Commonwealth Games in the United Kingdom, which starts on Thursday.
Worth waiting for – Kirstin Chavez comes to the Waikato

26 July 2022
When internationally acclaimed mezzo soprano Kirstin Chavez takes the stage at the GAPA tomorrow, the Gods of fate will be smiling.
Three new professors announced

22 July 2022
University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor, Professor Neil Quigley has today shared the appointment of some distinguished University of Waikato academic staff to the role of Professor.
Ocean scientist awarded L’Oréal Fellowship

22 July 2022
A University of Waikato PhD student has won a L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science mentoring fellowship. Only one is granted in New Zealand each year and ocean scientist Kiri Reihana (Ngāpuhi, Te Rarawa, Ngāi Tūhoe, Whakatōhea) is the first Māori PhD student to receive the award.
Ready, set, cyber challenge

20 July 2022
The largest cyber security challenge in New Zealand kicks off this week with students from around Aotearoa preparing to hack, learn and solve their way to virtual glory - and a decent prize pool.
Aussie neighbours become closer friends

19 July 2022
A recent visit from the University of Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia, has led to closer ties with the University of Waikato.
Predicting climate change events

19 July 2022
Bachelor of Science graduate Elise Legarth hopes her PhD in flood forecasting and hydrometeorology in Canada will better predict maximum flood levels, giving communities at risk more time to prepare.
University of Waikato thanks donors for their ongoing support

18 July 2022
The University of Waikato Foundation - Te Pou Taunaki welcomed donors to the Hamilton campus for the second annual Donor Day in July.
Scholarship enables students to tackle climate change

13 July 2022
First-year Bachelor of Climate Change students Morgan Harris and Georgina Barwood are the inaugural winners of the Tower Insurance Climate Change Scholarship.
Antarctica New Zealand scholarships for two Waikato students

11 July 2022
University of Waikato students Madison Farrant and Sofia Rauzi have received post graduate research scholarships from Antarctica New Zealand.
University Medal for freshwater champion

8 July 2022
The University of Waikato has awarded its prestigious University Medal to Dr Bryce Cooper.
Farewell to film and media expert Dr Geoff Lealand

6 July 2022
The University of Waikato is mourning the passing of Dr Geoff Lealand, a member of the University’s Te Kura Toi School of Arts.
Lucrative scholarships support University of Waikato graduates overseas

5 July 2022
Bethany Angus, Felicity Tomkins and Gracie Francis have been awarded the Kia Ora Foundation Patricia Pratt Scholarship to support their artistic growth at prestigious academies worldwide.
Indigenous birthing knowledge the focus of Fulbright research

4 July 2022
Nikki Barrett is locking down the detail for her Fulbright-Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga Graduate Award.
World first kaupapa Māori minor in psychology

30 June 2022
The first Kaupapa Māori minor in psychology offered in Aotearoa welcomes students next semester at the University of Waikato.
A musical Fulbright

23 June 2022
A career as a classical pianist only happens to a few, and University of Waikato doctoral student Liam Wooding is well on the way.
Celebrating Matariki at Waikato

23 June 2022
The University of Waikato has celebrated Matariki with a number of public and staff events at its campuses in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton) and Tauranga.
Student leaders get a head start on University

20 June 2022
Year 13 students from across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty came together last week to take part in the first face-to-face hub days for the Waikato Management School Leadership Academy at the University of Waikato. The programme is designed for ambitious, self-motivated students, supporting them to become stronger leaders who are better equipped to make a positive difference in their school, future careers and communities.
Matariki Art Exhibition opens at University of Waikato

14 June 2022
An art exhibition dubbed Voices of Mana Motuhake is open to the public at the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts as part of the Matariki ki Waikato festival.
University of Waikato jumps up global university rankings

9 June 2022
The University of Waikato is proud to be recognised as number one in New Zealand for research citations in the annual 2023 QS World University Rankings, released this morning.
Queen’s Birthday Honours 2022

8 June 2022
University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor, Professor Neil Quigley, is pleased to share that Professor Ian Hawes, along with eight alumni, an Honorary Doctor and a former Waikato staff member have been recognised for their achievements and community contributions in the 2022 Queen’s Birthday and Platinum Jubilee Honours list.
Matariki resources for New Zealand schools and teachers

7 June 2022
Schools and teachers across the country have access to free Matariki resources, thanks to an initiative that links New Zealand scientists with students, teachers, and the community.
Budget 2022 ignores workforce pressures

30 May 2022
Pressures on business and workplaces to return to ‘business as usual’ have been overlooked in the Government’s Budget, according to a leading researcher from the University of Waikato.