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The latest in research and achievement from the University of Waikato.
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Emerging climate change researcher scoops two awards
28 November 2023
University of Waikato climate scientist Dr Luke Harrington has scooped two awards that recognise his growing reputation in climate change research. -
Designing an inclusive citizenship model guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi
27 November 2023
Rapidly growing ethnic communities are projected to be about 30% of the population of Aotearoa New Zealand by 2043. So, how can we engage with these communities to be part of a new pluralistic citizenship model? -
Ngā Tohu Toi Hau Awards recognise Māori student excellence
24 November 2023
Tauira Māori excellence at the University of Waikato has been recognised, honoured and celebrated at a recent awards ceremony on the Hamilton campus. -
University researchers receive over half a million dollars to advance equitable health outcomes for Māori and Pacific peoples
21 November 2023
The Health Research Council (HRC) has awarded $512,000 to University of Waikato researchers for five projects that aim to bolster health outcomes for Māori and Pacific peoples. -
Behind 200-year old Te Rā: the last Māori sail
20 November 2023
After 200 years in residence in a British Museum storeroom, Te Rā has arrived home to its descendants in Aotearoa New Zealand and was welcomed to Tamaki Makaurau for an exhibition at Auckland War Memorial Museum on the weekend. -
Personal archives of opera great Dame Malvina Major gifted to the University
17 November 2023
The personal archives of New Zealand opera soprano Dame Malvina Major have been gifted to the University of Waikato. Some of the archive is on display as an exhibition entitled “I did it my way” in the University’s Gallagher of Performing Arts from 20 November 2023 – 8 March 2024. -
Research leader and Antarctica expert to join Waikato as Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research
17 November 2023
The University of Waikato has announced the appointment of Professor Gary Wilson to the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research from early next year. -
Walking into the future with eyes fixed on the past
16 November 2023
Professor Tangiwai Rewi, newly appointed Te Amokapua (Dean), Te Pua Wānanga ki te Ao, is looking forward to being back home in Waikato. She sat down a few days before her move to share about her journey, as well as her aspirations for the Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies. -
New Award will support Waikato migrant and refugee communities
16 November 2023
The University of Waikato and Hamilton Multicultural Services (HMS) Trust have come together to launch a new scholarship to support the local migrant and refugee community. -
Don’t blame the mangroves!
14 November 2023
A new study shows surprising results around coastal restoration, mangroves and sediment. -
Remembering Sue Dymock
10 November 2023
It is with sadness the University announced the passing of Dr Sue Dymock, a Senior Lecturer in Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education. -
Sargeson short story top prize taken home by compelling ‘Pig Hunting’ tale
29 October 2023
The “worthy and admirable winner” of New Zealand’s richest short story competition has been announced, taking home $10,000. -
Prestigious Rutherford Discovery Fellowship awarded to Dr Rebecca Lawton for marine kelp research
27 October 2023
Dr Rebecca Lawton, Senior Lecturer in Marine Science and Aquaculture at the University of Waikato is looking to reverse the tide on kelp loss with her newly awarded Rutherford Discovery Fellowship from the Royal Society Te Apārangi. -
New Zealand's first fintech degree to fill critical skills gap
20 October 2023
The University of Waikato has introduced New Zealand's first Bachelor of Banking, Finance & Technology (BBFinTech) in response to an industry need for graduates with skills in the fast-growing fintech sector. -
WSU leader celebrates her graduation
18 October 2023
October 16 was an important day for Waikato Students’ Union (WSU) president Lushomo Thebe. It was the day, after five years of study, when the 23-year-old walked across the stage at The Pā to graduate with her Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business degrees. -
Waikato’s class of 2023 graduates on campus for the first time
16 October 2023
The University of Waikato has marked a historic moment with its first cohort of students to graduate at The Pā. -
University of Waikato announces new member to its Council
10 October 2023
Te Puhi Ariki, Nga wai hono i te po Paki (Waikato) has been appointed to the University of Waikato Council for a term of four years. -
Mātauranga Māori leader announced Prime Minister's Educator of the Year
29 September 2023
Dr Ēnoka Murphy was named the Prime Minister’s Educator of the Year at Te Whatu Kairangi - Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Awards, held at Parliament on Tuesday. Te Whatu Kairangi are the most recognised awards within the New Zealand tertiary education and training sector, with the Prime Minister’s Educator of the Year Award being the highest accolade. -
Musical leader's exceptional contribution recognised
26 September 2023
The University of Waikato has awarded the prestigious title of Emeritus Professor to Martin Lodge for his outstanding contribution to New Zealand music and the development of Music at the University. -
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.