Waikato University - Latest News [Page 2]
Māori adviser journeys up north
Wednesday, 19 August 2015, 4:17 pm | Waikato University
Senior Future Student Adviser Māori Alonzo Mason will embark on a hikoi this month to promote tertiary study to Māori students. He will be working with recruitment staff from other universities to talk about tertiary study options in Northland secondary ... More >>
Conservatorium of Music Presents Lehár Spectacular
Thursday, 13 August 2015, 1:23 pm | Waikato University
Conservatorium of Music Presents Lehár Spectacular The music of Franz Lehár will be brought to life this month when the University of Waikato’s Conservatorium of Music holds its annual opera production. More >>
Waikato University welcomes Aussie students
Thursday, 13 August 2015, 10:23 am | Waikato University
Australian students are now eligible to apply for school leaver scholarships at the University of Waikato. More >>
Working for Google
Thursday, 13 August 2015, 10:22 am | Waikato University
Working for Google A University of Waikato computer science student has landed a fully-paid summer internship with Google’s Sydney office. Computer Science and Biology student Jojo Stewart will spend 12 weeks being mentored by a Google engineer ... More >>
Law student awarded top Danish scholarship
Thursday, 13 August 2015, 10:16 am | Waikato University
Waikato University's Sam Lusk has been granted a $62,000 Danish government scholarship to complete a Master in Law at Copenhagen University in Denmark. More >>
Waikato Music Students Have the Winning Sound
Wednesday, 12 August 2015, 10:29 am | Waikato University
The University of Waikato’s Conservatorium of Music is bursting with talent, talent that continues to be recognised on a national and regional scale. Two of its young sopranos, Madison Nonoa and Blaire White, have taken out top spots at recent music ... More >>
Is New Zealand really a multicultural society?
Thursday, 6 August 2015, 1:48 pm | Waikato University
According to the 2013 Census, New Zealand has more ethnicities than there are countries in the world. We’re a country made up of Māori, European, Chinese, Indian, Samoan, Filipino (and many more) ethnic groups. Many of us think New Zealand has a great ... More >>
Suez Canal expansion opens door to Mediterranean invasions
Thursday, 6 August 2015, 10:43 am | Waikato University
When the new and enlarged Suez Canal opens on Saturday, two University of Waikato academics will not be cheering quite as loudly as the population of Egypt. More >>
Breaking the Habit Using Smart Phone Apps
Wednesday, 5 August 2015, 2:12 pm | Waikato University
How effective are smart phone apps when it comes to giving up smoking? This is something University of Waikato student Satvir Singh wants to find out. More >>
Inspiring Panel Discussion Featuring NZ Artist
Monday, 3 August 2015, 9:41 am | Waikato University
An inspiring panel discussion among renowned New Zealand creative experts will take place in the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts this month. More >>
University of Waikato to host DEANZ 2016 conference
Friday, 31 July 2015, 10:43 am | Waikato University
Hobbit ears, twilight tours and a trip to the Green Dragon Inn are in the mix for the April 17-20 DEANZ 2016 Conference (see http://conference.deanz.org.nz/ ) at the University of Waikato. The Faculty of Education won the bid for the DEANZ biennial ... More >>
Water quality up for discussion at Winter Lecture Series
Friday, 31 July 2015, 9:53 am | Waikato University
It is often said that water is the lifeblood of New Zealand. Just about everything we do has an impact on our water, and just about everyone has an opinion about it. Who is to blame for the quality of our water? Do we even have a problem? More >>
Free pregnancy workshops
Friday, 31 July 2015, 9:30 am | Waikato University
Pregnancy is a time of change—physical, social, financial, psychological. These changes can be exciting and joyful, but also challenging and stressful. This time of transition can also be an opportunity for both parents to look at their values, ... More >>
Deaf and Hearing Theatre Receives $40,000 Grant
Thursday, 23 July 2015, 9:38 am | Waikato University
A unique theatre performance featuring Deaf and hearing actors, which was delivered to sell-out audiences in Hamilton and Auckland recently, has received a $40,000 grant from the New Zealand Sign Language Fund. More >>
University a proud supporter of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori
Wednesday, 22 July 2015, 9:59 am | Waikato University
Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato (the University of Waikato) is once again supporting Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week. More >>
Lecture to look at marine biological invasions
Monday, 20 July 2015, 9:50 am | Waikato University
Humans have greatly influenced the distribution of marine species worldwide which has had significant effects. More >>
Waikato University launches new event for parents
Friday, 17 July 2015, 1:44 pm | Waikato University
The University of Waikato is hosting its first parent information sessions in Hamilton and Tauranga to inform parents about what to expect when their children begin tertiary study. More >>
Award for cyber security head
Thursday, 16 July 2015, 11:34 am | Waikato University
Dr Ryan Ko, who heads CROW (Cyber Security Researchers of Waikato) and set up the country’s first Master of Cyber Security degree, is one of 30 people being honoured by (ISC)2 (ISC squared), the largest not-for-profit membership body of certified ... More >>
Research explores geothermal law framework
Wednesday, 15 July 2015, 11:39 am | Waikato University
A lack of clarity surrounding geothermal resource management has prompted new research by a University of Waikato masters student. More >>
Something for everyone at Winter Lecture Series
Wednesday, 15 July 2015, 11:00 am | Waikato University
From discussing the quality of our water to things we never knew about the Tron – there’s something for everyone at this year’s Winter Lecture Series. More >>