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International Students Pay The Increased Costs Once More
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:30 pm | NZISA
Since the pandemic, the Government has aimed to restore student enrolments to pre-pandemic levels, with 69,135 students enrolled in 2023 and more expected in 2024. More >>
NZISA Statement On The Tragedy Involving Malaysian Students At A Road Accident Near Lake Tekapo
Tuesday, 2 April 2024, 6:24 am | NZISA
At 1:45 pm, on 30 March 2024, a tragic road accident occurred at Lake Tekapo. The accident resulted in the devastating loss of two Malaysian students. Three other Malaysian students were injured in the same accident. Our hearts ache for those affected ... More >>
Open Letter To Hon. Minister Kris Faafoi - The Voices Of International Students
Monday, 11 October 2021, 2:13 pm | NZISA
NZISA is the peak body association for all international students enrolled with education providers in New Zealand. This letter is published by NZISA on behalf of a student representative, to empower her voice and the voice of other international students. ... More >>
Left out of the support provided to the team of 5 million
Monday, 30 August 2021, 10:08 am | NZISA
Amidst the most recent COVID-19 lockdown, it has become evident that international students have yet again, been neglected by the Government as well as education providers. More >>
A Chance To Return, But At What Cost?
Saturday, 16 January 2021, 7:12 am | NZISA
$20,000 for living expenses, $3,100 for MIQ facilities, $250 for a new visa. How many stranded international students can afford to come back? The New Zealand International Students’ Association (NZISA) is pleased to announce that the Government has approved ... More >>
NZISA National Treasurer Resigns
Sunday, 26 July 2020, 6:58 pm | NZISA
Special General Meeting (SGM) and by-election to be held on 16th August The New Zealand International Students’ Association (NZISA) regretfully announces that Steven Wang has resigned from his position as National Treasurer. Steven has been ... More >>
A Win For International Students In New Zealand
Saturday, 23 May 2020, 5:37 pm | NZISA
New Zealand Government’s $1M international student hardship fund reflects the strength of our collective and united international student voice Following several weeks of careful and persistent public consultations with the Ministry of Education, ... More >>
The Hypocrisy Of New Zealand Universities Capitalising On COVID-19
Wednesday, 6 May 2020, 6:12 pm | NZISA
Universities’ plans to capitalise on New Zealand’s successful COVID-19 response promotes unsustainable attitudes and marketing practices. Instead, universities should pivot to providing sufficient hardship support for international students currently ... More >>
Hasty travel ban causes international education crisis
Tuesday, 4 February 2020, 8:50 am | NZISA
On Sunday February 2nd 2020, the New Zealand government issued a travel ban on Chinese nationals and any foreign nationals travelling through China. NZISA recognises the existing health crisis due to the current spread of coronavirus. However, the government ... More >>
International Student reputation dragged through the mud
Saturday, 18 May 2019, 5:26 pm | NZISA
The recently published article by TVNZ is yet another piece of over sensationalised journalism that drives a wedge into New Zealand society. International Students are an integral party of what makes New Zealand a diverse and unique country in the world. ... More >>