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World Vision for Waikato grad
Thursday, 6 October 2016, 1:45 pm | University of Waikato
For University of Waikato graduate Alex Hitchmough, getting a job with World Vision New Zealand was the perfect fit More >>
Small mustelids in New Zealand: Predator invasion ecology
Thursday, 6 October 2016, 11:17 am | University of Waikato
To manage populations of invasive pests effectively, we must first understand what controls them naturally, says Waikato University’s Professor Carolyn King. More >>
Discussing Fiction with Elizabeth Knox
Monday, 3 October 2016, 10:31 am | University of Waikato
Photo Caption: Elizabeth Knox will deliver the 14th annual Frank Sargeson Memorial Lecture this month. More >>
2016 Meteor and Browsers Bookshop Literary Salon Event
Friday, 30 September 2016, 1:30 pm | University of Waikato
Come along to another intellectual and interesting evening, where writers and readers have a chance to meet, share and converse. Settle back in a comfy chair with a free glass of wine and canapés, while enjoying an exchange of ideas for Stanza Eight! ... More >>
Waikato grad takes on EY in UK
Wednesday, 28 September 2016, 11:58 am | University of Waikato
University of Waikato alumnus Stuart Barrass is working with some of Europe’s most innovative companies. He’s a Management Consultant for Ernst & Young (EY) based at their global headquarters in London. More >>
New scholarships to celebrate Māori and Indigenous studies
Thursday, 22 September 2016, 2:45 pm | University of Waikato
The School of Māori and Pacific Development at the University of Waikato will now be known as the Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies, and to celebrate, the University has announced 15 new scholarships to support entry into a Bachelor of Arts major ... More >>
Comedian Ben Hurley in “Earth, Planet, World”
Wednesday, 14 September 2016, 11:07 am | University of Waikato
Comedian Ben Hurley takes us around the world in 60 minutes finding humour in every single country on the planet! More >>
Researching the honey buzz
Thursday, 8 September 2016, 2:20 pm | University of Waikato
A University of Waikato Master of Science student is researching how to improve the quality of nectar in Mānuka plants, to produce better honey. More >>
Trans youth as likely to get pregnant as other adolescents
Thursday, 8 September 2016, 1:03 pm | University of Waikato
Sexually active transgender youth have pregnancy rates similar to their non-transgender peers dispelling the notion that trans youth aren’t at risk for pregnancy, according to new research led by Dr Jaimie Veale from the University of Waikato. More >>
World rankings keep getting better for Waikato
Tuesday, 6 September 2016, 10:06 am | University of Waikato
The University of Waikato has gone up again in world university rankings, climbing 14 places from 2015 and more than 80 places since 2014. More >>
$25,000 Cyber Security Scholarship awarded
Monday, 5 September 2016, 12:05 pm | University of Waikato
University of Waikato software engineering student Jeremy Symon has been awarded the 2016 Sir William Gallagher Cyber Security Scholarship worth $25,000. More >>
Women aren't small men: Myth-busting sports performance
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 10:37 am | University of Waikato
University of Waikato Senior Research Fellow, Dr Stacy Sims, is changing attitudes in the sport science field. Her research addresses female physiology and how this influences athletic performance. More >>
From unemployment to PhD
Tuesday, 30 August 2016, 3:32 pm | University of Waikato
University of Waikato graduate Blaine Rakena believes life is all about taking chances. “And lucky for me, Waikato Uni was willing to give me a chance.” More >>
Mental illness among fathers
Thursday, 25 August 2016, 1:18 pm | University of Waikato
University of Waikato masters student Jonathon Ashe is conducting research into how men sustain their relationships and manage their parenting responsibilities through times of illness and stress. More >>
Waikato University on track for Kīngitanga Day on September
Thursday, 25 August 2016, 11:50 am | University of Waikato
Now in its eighth year, Kīngitanga Day is an annual event that recognises the University of Waikato’s unique identity, distinctive culture and special relationships with Waikato-Tainui, other iwi and especially the Kīngitanga. More >>
Has the criminal justice system been compromised?
Wednesday, 24 August 2016, 11:30 am | University of Waikato
One of New Zealand’s longest-serving judges, the Honourable Sir Ron Young, will address serious issues facing New Zealand’s justice system when he gives a public lecture at the University of Waikato next month. More >>
International Legal Scholar visits Waikato University
Tuesday, 23 August 2016, 1:20 pm | University of Waikato
International legal scholar, Professor Graham Virgo visited the University of Waikato to give a public lecture titled “Conscience in Equity – a new Utopia” on 16 August at Te Whare Tapere Iti, the Gallagher of Performing Arts. More >>
Waikato researchers win National Science Challenge funding
Friday, 19 August 2016, 1:49 pm | University of Waikato
A team of University of Waikato social science researchers have been successful in securing funding for a Sustainable Seas National Science Challenge project. More >>
Improving outcomes in cancer diagnosis and research
Tuesday, 16 August 2016, 3:22 pm | University of Waikato
A team of researchers based at the University of Waikato believe that involving primary care can help improve outcomes and reduce inequity from cancer. More >>
Five stars for University of Waikato
Thursday, 11 August 2016, 12:47 pm | University of Waikato
The University of Waikato’s international strengths have been affirmed with a recent five star rating from Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World Rankings. More >>
