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Samoan dictionary—a much needed update
Wednesday, 29 May 2013, 12:08 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Samoan dictionary—a much needed update A Victoria University academic aims to use his newly acquired skills to create an updated Samoan language dictionary on the web, as well as a larger collection of work documenting the language. In February, ... More >>
New Information On Preventing the Spread of Meningitis
Wednesday, 29 May 2013, 10:02 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Research by a Victoria University PhD graduate, carried out at Environmental Science and Research (ESR), has highlighted the risk of contracting the disease through sharing things like drink bottles and glasses. More >>
Study tour explores Paris, Provence and painters
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 12:06 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
People interested in 19th-Century French art have the chance to visit Paris, Normandy and Provence this September, following in the footsteps of artists like Monet and Cezanne. More >>
First Light house continues to shine
Monday, 27 May 2013, 1:23 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
An innovative Kiwi bach, designed and built by Victoria University students, has won the New Zealand Institute of Architects International Award. The First Light house, which is powered entirely by the sun’s rays, was a Victoria University entrant ... More >>
Traditional Māori Instrumentalist Featured In Documentary
Monday, 20 May 2013, 12:53 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Traditional Māori instrumentalist Dr Richard Nunns is the subject of a new documentary feature film produced and directed by award-winning filmmaker and Victoria University academic Dr Paul Wolffram. More >>
Using Mathematics to Understand Volcanoes
Monday, 20 May 2013, 11:55 am | Victoria University of Wellington
This week, the applied mathematician will give a lecture in Hamilton titled ‘Erupting rocks and dusts’ where he will explain how mathematical equations are helping scientists understand the behaviour of rock and dust in the ‘throat’ of volcanic eruptions More >>
Can Commuting Times Affect House Prices?
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 2:17 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Research carried out at Victoria University shows that the commuting distance from Wellington City influences house prices in the region. More >>
Fiction and reality collide for graduate writers
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 10:55 am | Victoria University of Wellington
They are the topics three graduating Victoria University students have focused on for the past three years as part of their PhD research at the International Institute of Modern Letters. More >>
Te reo Māori now part of online sign language dictionary
Tuesday, 14 May 2013, 12:59 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Te reo Māori now part of online sign language dictionary Deaf New Zealanders now have access to te reo vocabulary in the Online Dictionary of New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), thanks to Victoria University’s Deaf Studies Research Unit. Dr Rachel McKee, ... More >>
United Nations conference explores global security issues
Tuesday, 14 May 2013, 11:47 am | Victoria University of Wellington
A conference being held in Wellington this week will enable engagement with experts on the United Nations system. More >>
Researcher helps children with autism to communicate
Tuesday, 14 May 2013, 10:50 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Research by Victoria University PhD education graduand Larah van der Meer highlights the importance of understanding the communication preferences of children with developmental disabilities such as autism. More >>
Paving the Way For Female Māori Graduates
Monday, 13 May 2013, 2:37 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Miria Royal doesn’t see herself as a trail blazer for Māori women but, as the first Māori female to be accepted into Vodafone’s Graduate Technology Programme, it’s a concept the Victoria University graduate is getting used to. More >>
Newest Victoria graduates celebrate success
Monday, 13 May 2013, 12:09 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
More than 2,100 students will mark the successful completion of their studies this week at Victoria University of Wellington’s biggest ever graduation. More >>
Student bringing technology to traditional Samoan houses
Friday, 10 May 2013, 1:25 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Using modern technology in the construction of traditional Samoan homes is the aim of research by Victoria University architecture student, Carinnya Feaunati. Carinnya, who graduates with a Bachelor of Architectural Studies next week, is one of only ... More >>
Lessons from Chile’s troubled education system
Thursday, 9 May 2013, 12:58 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Those looking to change the New Zealand education system should take heed from what has been occurring in Chile, says a Victoria University researcher. More >>
Don’t worry, be happy
Wednesday, 8 May 2013, 2:37 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
To most of the Western world, happiness is the number one goal, and a happy life is seen as a good life. But is it as simple as that? Not according to Dan Weijers from Victoria University’s School of History, Philosophy, Political Science and ... More >>
Victoria scores well in international ranking system
Wednesday, 8 May 2013, 11:32 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University is continuing its success in university rankings, being named one of the top 50 universities in the world in four subjects. More >>
Could Coral Reefs Become Sponge Reefs In the Future?
Tuesday, 7 May 2013, 1:39 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
International research has suggested that many coral species won’t survive beyond the end of this century, but marine biologists at Victoria University are offering an alternative scenario. More >>
Wood burning fires a winter health hazard
Tuesday, 7 May 2013, 1:17 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Research by a Victoria University student shows that particulate matter from wood burning fires is a winter health hazard in New Zealand. The research by Canadian-born Travis Ancelet, who graduates from Victoria University with a PhD in Chemistry next ... More >>
Honorary Doctorate for business leader
Monday, 6 May 2013, 2:14 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
One of New Zealand’s most accomplished investment bankers, Rob Cameron, will be awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Commerce during Victoria University’s May graduation. More >>
