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

Waikato alumna to lead Māori & Indigenous Studies

20 September 2023
The University of Waikato’s Te Pua Wānanga ki te Ao, Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies is welcoming a new Te Amokapua, Dean, later this year.
Waikato supports Raukōkore Marine Research Centre opening

18 September 2023
The Raukōkore Marine Research Centre has officially opened, providing a crucial research base for the East Coast.
Significant funding boost for University of Waikato research

15 September 2023
The University of Waikato has achieved significant results in the latest funding round from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Endeavour Fund. One research programme, and six Smart Ideas projects have been awarded grants through the highly contested fund.
Waikato MBA scholarships support regional business talent

15 September 2023
The University of Waikato has awarded scholarships to four Master of Business Administration (MBA) students who have been identified as up-and-coming leaders in their regional communities.
Waikato researchers tapped for US$30m Centre for braiding Indigenous knowledge and science

14 September 2023
Two University of Waikato researchers have been shoulder-tapped as investigators within the newly launched NSF Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledges and Science (CBIKS) based at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass) in the United States.
Waikato welcomes back Education Professor

13 September 2023
Professor Claire McLachlan is coming home to the University of Waikato early next year to take up the role of Pro Vice-Chancellor for Te Wānanga Toi Tangata, the Division of Education.
Waikato lecturer receives prestigious Te Whatu Kairangi – Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Award

5 September 2023
University of Waikato lecturer Dr Ēnoka Murphy is the recipient of a prestigious Te Whatu Kairangi – Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Award, recognising him as a te reo Māori champion and unique and outstanding teacher.
Pharmacy to add to Waikato’s health offering

2 September 2023
The University of Waikato intends to accept its first students in a new graduate-entry Master of Pharmacy Practice degree in early 2025, as it responds to the chronic shortage of pharmacists in the health workforce.
Mental health clinic moves onto University campus

31 August 2023
The University of Waikato’s well-respected clinical psychology programme has been boosted with an independent mental health clinic, The Psychology Centre, moving onto the Hamilton campus this month.
Waikato bolsters health leadership team

22 August 2023
The University of Waikato has announced three key appointments to Te Huataki Waiora School of Health, as it focuses on delivering academic programmes that help meet the current and future workforce needs in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Scholarship recipient honours cherished former staff member

18 August 2023
Third year Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science student, Petra Guy, is the inaugural recipient of the Huy Tien Vu Scholarship.
International accreditation cements Waikato’s PR programme as leader in Australasia

18 August 2023
The University of Waikato has again been recognised internationally for the quality of its undergraduate Public Relations programme by the world’s leading industry association.
Newly refurbished Waikato IDI Lab a catalyst for fostering academic-industry collaboration

16 August 2023
The University of Waikato re-opened its newly refurbished Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI) Lab; a catalyst for fostering academic-industry collaboration and innovation in research within the Waikato.
Captive kiwi management researcher takes out tight competition

16 August 2023
Te Aka Mātuatua School of Science animal behaviour researcher Rebecca Connor won the University's 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Doctoral competition.
Renowned scientist honoured for dedication to marine conservation

14 August 2023
World-renowned marine scientist Professor Chris Battershill has been honoured for his significant contributions to marine science with a prestigious New Zealand Marine Science Society Life Achievement Award.
University of Waikato announces new member to Council

10 August 2023
University of Waikato Librarian Michelle Blake has been appointed to the University of Waikato Council starting in her new role this month.
Double appointment at Waikato a “landmark moment” for New Zealand as a Pacific nation

10 August 2023
Two new appointments at the University of Waikato, including New Zealand's first Pacific woman to be appointed a Professor in Law, marks a meaningful step towards greater diversity and representation in academia.
Safeguarding our homes and livelihoods against a future of increased natural hazards

4 August 2023
Two projects at the University of Waikato have been awarded funding from the Earthquake Commission (EQC) for work to reduce the exposure and vulnerability of homes to natural hazards.
Seeking solutions to health outcome disparities for Māori through educational resources

27 July 2023
Emerging health academic Rebekah Crosswell (Whakatōhea) is determined to help even the odds for Māori type 2 diabetes patients with the aid of more culturally relevant educational resources.
University of Waikato Medical School funding backed by Momentum Waikato

19 July 2023
Funding for a Graduate School of Medicine at the University of Waikato will be supported by community foundation Momentum Waikato if the proposal is implemented after this year’s general election.
Reimagining fields of play to grow the future of women in sport through world-class research

18 July 2023
Waikato hosts global symposium to tackle issues from building gender-inclusive sporting environments to menstrual health and sport.
Plastic pollution analysis shows New Zealand lakes comparable with Europe and USA

13 July 2023
In a global analysis of plastic pollution levels in freshwater lakes, it appears New Zealand has come out punching well above its weight, and not in a good way.
High-tech engineering lab opens at Waikato

12 July 2023
Students at the University of Waikato have better access to state-of-the-art learning tools with the opening of a brand-new building on the Hamilton campus.
University of Waikato honours Pacific students at annual awards

7 July 2023
Performances by the Waikato Samoan Students Association filled the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts as 32 high-achieving students received a Tertiary Achievement in Pacific Ako (TAPA) award at a special ceremony on Thursday.
Sparking young minds: University partnership inspires students

6 July 2023
University of Waikato marketing students are getting real-world sales experience thanks to a unique opportunity with Spark New Zealand.
Securing New Zealand’s future: Cyber Security Challenge celebrates 10 years

6 July 2023
Tomorrow, Kiwis across the country will be at the University of Waikato for the 10th annual New Zealand Cyber Security Challenge. With over $6,000 in prizes up for grabs across three categories, this event is the largest of its kind in the country.
University of Waikato welcomes third medical school announcement

5 July 2023
The University of Waikato welcomes the announcement by the National Party that if the Party is successful in this year’s General Election it will establish New Zealand's third medical school.
Climate Ambassador for a better future

3 July 2023
Secondary school students are contributing to a better climate future, thanks to a University of Waikato initiative aimed at fostering the next generation of climate ambassadors.
Kava based therapy for psychological trauma reaches clinical trial milestone

28 June 2023
Waikato Pacific health researcher Dr Apo Aporosa has been awarded a Health Research Council grant to advance kava research to clinical trials.
Waikato jumps ahead in global rankings

28 June 2023
The University of Waikato is ranked in the top 250 universities in the world in the latest 2024 QS World University Rankings.