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Owning your side hustle
Friday, 24 May 2019, 10:29 am | Universal College Of Learning
Australian ‘side hustle coach’ and social media influencer Ruby Lee inspired UCOL staff, students and local business people when she came to UCOL’s Manawatū campus to share tips on how to get a side business off the ground. Ruby shone with ... More >>
Helping Wairarapa teachers upskill
Wednesday, 22 May 2019, 9:20 am | Universal College Of Learning
Wairarapa food technology teachers have a few extra tricks up their sleeves thanks to the help of UCOL’s Chef Training team. UCOL Chef Training lecturers recently hosted an upskilling day for secondary school food technology teachers from around ... More >>
Positive outcome for first-time research submission
Monday, 13 May 2019, 2:23 pm | UCOL
UCOL researchers are delighted with the news their first ever submission to the government’s Performance Based Research Fund was successful. Thirteen UCOL staff who submitted a research proposal received a positive response, an outstanding result, especially ... More >>
International singer-songwriter inspires students
Friday, 10 May 2019, 12:14 pm | UCOL
Award-winning Indie-Folk singer and songwriter Mel Parsons led a discussion on the future of music with UCOL music students yesterday. More >>
Year of investment in teaching and students
Wednesday, 8 May 2019, 11:27 am | UCOL
A positive financial result for UCOL is driving investment in teaching, students and new initiatives in 2019. UCOL will develop more flexible learning options that suit learner needs, in-work training options, create innovative short credentials, ... More >>
Students assist in supporting Teen Parent Unit
Thursday, 2 May 2019, 9:44 am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL Early Childhood Education diploma students have gained some valuable work experience while helping a local Childcare Centre in their time of need. More >>
UCOL cars ready for demolition derby
Wednesday, 17 April 2019, 9:36 am | Universal College Of Learning
Distinctive blue and orange demolition derby cars will be crashing bashing at the Palmerston North speedway this Easter weekend thanks to the work of UCOL Automotive students. Students from the New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair and Automotive ... More >>
UCOL students’ art adds colour to Whanganui streets
Thursday, 11 April 2019, 3:40 pm | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL students have added to the vibrancy of Whanganui’s streets by painting a mural as part of the inaugural Whanganui Walls street art festival. Bachelor of Design and Arts students Sonia Forsey, Eva Harkness, Shanna Ashworth were part of a group ... More >>
Strong UCOL presence in Whanganui Arts Review
Tuesday, 9 April 2019, 3:30 pm | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL has had a strong showing in the 2019 Whanganui Arts Review, highlighted by Senior Lecturer Dr Kathryn Wightman winning the Open Award for the second straight year. Kathryn took out the Open Award for her 3D-printed bust of her son, while fellow ... More >>
UCOL supporting electric vehicle project
Monday, 8 April 2019, 9:17 am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL is helping secondary students develop their engineering skills, while learning about sustainability and electric transport as part of the EVolocity initiative. EVolocity sees teams of secondary students build their own electric vehicles throughout ... More >>
UCOL Re-appoints Chief Executive
Friday, 5 April 2019, 1:51 pm | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL Council has re-appointed Dr Lynn as Chief Executive of UCOL from 20 May 2019 through to the end of December 2020. UCOL Council Chair, Mr Ben Vanderkolk, made the announcement to staff and said UCOL Council appreciates the commitment and expertise ... More >>
Government representatives hear UCOL Voice
Tuesday, 26 March 2019, 10:55 am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL presented a strong voice to government representatives who spent the day in Palmerston North consulting on proposed national reforms for polytechnics and industry training organisations. Tertiary Education Commission Chief Executive Tim Fowler, ... More >>
Free Feilding-Palmerston North buses for UCOL students
Thursday, 7 March 2019, 10:23 am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL students can now commute between Feilding and Palmerston North for free, thanks to a new agreement between Horizons Regional Council and UCOL. Students and staff at UCOL can now travel on Horizons buses running between Feilding and Palmerston ... More >>
UCOL to celebrate 1950 new graduates
Thursday, 28 February 2019, 5:08 pm | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL is set to celebrate 1950 new graduates now equipped with skills and knowledge that will help fuel industries in New Zealand and abroad. Many of the graduands will receive their Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees and Postgraduate qualifications at ... More >>
UCOL names Council Honours recipients
Thursday, 28 February 2019, 11:00 am | Universal College Of Learning
Four outstanding individuals will receive UCOL Council Honours Awards at UCOL’s Graduation ceremonies in March. The UCOL Council Honours Awards recognize people who act as role models and inspiration to UCOL students, and reflect UCOL’s connections ... More >>
Partnership between UCOL and Heytour Group strengthens
Wednesday, 27 February 2019, 6:21 pm | UCOL
International education relationships are strengthening between UCOL and Heytour Group Holding. UCOL Chief Executive, Dr Lynn, presented Executive Vice President of the Heytour Beijing branch, Mr Skye Wang, with an Agent Representation Certificate ... More >>
Manawatu Youth Theatre takes out award
Monday, 25 February 2019, 10:28 am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL’s own dream-team Graham Johnston and Kane Parsons have taken the youth theatre scene by storm; taking out the Best Youth Musical Award for 2018 at the recent Manawatu Theatre Awards. More >>
Awards highlight excellence at UCOL
Monday, 18 February 2019, 3:13 pm | Universal College Of Learning
Recipients of UCOL’s annual Quality Recognition Awards have been announced, showcasing the exceptional work of staff operating across the tertiary institution. Those receiving awards set the bar very high with their dedication, innovative thinking, and pursuit ... More >>
UCOL Commits to Students and Regions
Friday, 15 February 2019, 1:19 pm | UCOL
UCOL is committed to ongoing consultation with Iwi and communities, and remains focused on providing certainty to students amongst the Minister’s proposed reform of vocational education. More >>
UCOL brings new Te Reo programme to Masterton
Thursday, 7 February 2019, 10:19 am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL is offering a new Te Reo Māori programme at its campus in Masterton to meet the growing demand from people wanting to learn the language. Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 4) (or the NZ Certificate in Te Reo Māori Level 4) is designed to ... More >>
