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University of Waikato - Latest News [Page 53]

Uni helping to spread the word about science

Thursday, 24 June 2010, 5:27 pm | University of Waikato

A Waikato University science symposium looking at ways to spread the word about science takes place on July 8. More >>

Waikato students receive Freemasons scholarships

Friday, 11 June 2010, 9:20 am | University of Waikato

Five Waikato University students were presented with a share of $34,000 in Freemasons scholarships at a ceremony held in Wellington recently. More >>

Students check out uni options at Windermere

Friday, 11 June 2010, 9:16 am | University of Waikato

Windermere campus was the place to be on June 10 for those considering tertiary study next semester or in 2011. More >>

Tiger tamer?

Tuesday, 25 May 2010, 12:06 pm | University of Waikato

There aren’t many Hamilton bouncers who’ve been up close and personal with a tiger, but University of Waikato student Toby FitzPatrick has done that and more during a year-long placement at Hamilton Zoo as part of his studies. More >>

Biotech student researchers rewarded

Tuesday, 18 May 2010, 9:24 am | University of Waikato

Three people have been awarded prizes at the recent Waikato Sustainable Bioeconomy Student Poster Conference at the University of Waikato. (SUBS MAY 13) More >>

New scholarships a boost for engineering

Monday, 10 May 2010, 2:30 pm | University of Waikato

Three promising young engineers are to receive scholarships being offered for the first time at the University of Waikato by leading New Zealand engineering consultants Beca. More >>

Bellbirds back in Hamilton after century-long loss

Monday, 3 May 2010, 10:07 am | University of Waikato

Bellbirds are being reintroduced into Hamilton as part of an urban restoration project. More >>

Bellbirds back in Hamilton after century-long loss

Monday, 3 May 2010, 10:07 am | University of Waikato

Bellbirds are being reintroduced into Hamilton as part of an urban restoration project. More >>

Waikato-wide study shows head injuries more common

Monday, 26 April 2010, 1:44 pm | University of Waikato

A Waikato-wide study of head injuries has got off to a busy start with around 50 new notifications a week. More >>

Double-take on Waikato management grads

Monday, 26 April 2010, 10:16 am | University of Waikato

They’re identical twins graduating from the University of Waikato with identical degrees, and they’ve flummoxed employers by applying for the same jobs. More >>

Engineering grad spoilt for choice

Wednesday, 21 April 2010, 3:08 pm | University of Waikato

Bhanu Sharma finished her Waikato University engineering degree and found herself spoilt for choice. On the same day, within ten minutes, she was offered two jobs (in the same company but at different sites) and a place at Monash University in ... More >>

Waikato University Leads Business Case League

Monday, 19 April 2010, 4:23 pm | University of Waikato

A student team from the University of Waikato has emerged the winner in the first round of the 2010 national business case league, New Zealand's premier university business case competition. More >>

Top Scholarships For Waikato Graduates

Monday, 19 April 2010, 1:44 pm | University of Waikato

Two University of Waikato students are among the four winners of the prestigious William Georgetti Scholarships, awarded each year for post-graduate study in a field that will benefit the social, cultural and economic development of New Zealand. More >>

Good Water Second Place In World Competition

Monday, 19 April 2010, 1:16 pm | University of Waikato

A business analysis of an Auckland-based drinks company that uses “good plastic” for its bottled water has won second place in a prestigious international competition. More >>

Waikato University Finds Its Mystery Man

Wednesday, 14 April 2010, 2:36 pm | University of Waikato

Efforts to identify and track down the final member of the Class of 1960 for the University of Waikato School of Education’s 50th anniversary celebrations later this year have paid off. More >>

Honorary doctorate for human rights advocate

Wednesday, 14 April 2010, 10:22 am | University of Waikato

An international advocate for human rights and former New Zealand Human Rights Commissioner is to receive the University of Waikato’s highest honour. Professor Margaret Bedggood QSO will be awarded an Honorary Doctorate at the University’s graduation ceremony ... More >>

An honour for scientific study

Wednesday, 14 April 2010, 10:20 am | University of Waikato

A scientist who’s spent nearly 50 years studying New Zealand’s lakes and rivers and coastlines is being awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Waikato. More >>

Waikato Doctorate Caps Principal’s Achievements

Monday, 12 April 2010, 1:18 pm | University of Waikato

Nine years ago, the prospect of starting her doctorate threw Lesley Murrihy into a spin. This week [Friday April 16] the Taumarunui school principal and mother of eight will be surrounded by friends and family at her graduation at the Waikato University ... More >>

Parlez-vous magnetohydrodynamics?

Friday, 9 April 2010, 11:16 am | University of Waikato

Parlez-vous magnetohydrodynamics? A penchant for pulling things apart has landed University of Waikato doctoral graduate a plum job as a research and development engineer with Christchurch-based tech development company ARANZ. More >>

Māori Battalion scholarship opens way for leaders

Thursday, 8 April 2010, 10:35 am | University of Waikato

Robyn Rauna’s grandfather served with C Company of the 28 (Māori) Battalion, and although he died before she was born, she grew up hearing all the stories of the soldiers’ bravery and achievements. Today she’s drawing on that inspiration to ... More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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