The International and Engagement Office

We foster connections across Aotearoa, New Zealand, and the world. Partnering with students, staff and communities to support international journeys, grow networks, and create opportunities.

International Office Staff

Mrs Sharon Calvert
Mrs Sharon Calvert (opens in a new tab)

Assistant Vice-Chancellor – International, Engagement and Partnerships

Mrs Anne Young
Mrs Anne Young (opens in a new tab)

Senior Manager International Planning and Projects (Tauranga)

International Recruitment and Business Development

Contact us for international study enquiries, recruitment, partners and support. We help with applications, programme choice admission requirements, and build connections globally.

Global Programmes and Transnational Education

We connect the University of Waikato with overseas partners to run degrees in places like China and Vietnam.

Global Experiences

We help overseas students study at Waikato for a trimester or two and support current Waikato students to head offshore on exchanges, internships, and short programmes. Contact us to learn about international opportunities.

Engagement and Sponsorship

Contact us for partnerships and sponsorship enquiries. We build and manage global relationships, support agreements, and create opportunities for collaboration and shared success NZ.

Mrs Amanda Hema
Mrs Amanda Hema (opens in a new tab)

Head of Engagement and Sponsorships

Mr David Aubergier Rico
Mr David Aubergier Rico (opens in a new tab)

Global Engagement and Partnerships Senior Manager

Ms Anna Carlaw
Ms Anna Carlaw (opens in a new tab)

Engagement Programmes Manager

Miss Whitney Wineti
Miss Whitney Wineti (opens in a new tab)

Sponsorship Activation Coordinator

Miss Ashleigh Neame
Miss Ashleigh Neame (opens in a new tab)

Global Partnerships and Experiences Coordinator

Rankings

Contact us for rankings enquiries. We manage global rankings and use results to grow our reputation to attract students and partners. We also support research and teaching excellence at university level.

Mr Mark Gray
Mr Mark Gray (opens in a new tab)

Head of Rankings/Snr Advisor International Commercial Projects

Miss Ashleigh Neame
Miss Ashleigh Neame (opens in a new tab)

Global Partnerships and Experiences Coordinator