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Aidan O’Malley

Theatre Studies


What learning environment do you thrive in? For Aidan, who studied for a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Theatre Studies, practical experiences helped him learn in a way no textbook could.

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Ariana Cann

Radiation Therapy


What if your career goals change? Ariana initially studied Anatomy at Otago. While she loved learning about the human body through hands-on lab work, she realised her future career lay in the health sector.

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Elisepa Taukolo

Law, Pacific Islands Studies, Indigenous Studies


Unsure what to expect when you first arrive at university? Elisepa can relate but quickly found her feet thanks to Otago’s supportive environment.

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Anuraag Sanker

Sustainable Business


A strong foundation for a career with impact. Studying for a Master of Sustainable Business was a transformative experience for Anuraag.

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Magdeline Huang

Computer Science, Entrepreneurship


Prepare to unlock unlimited possibilities! For Magdeline, adding a minor in Entrepreneurship to her Computer Science major allowed her to build a unique skill set.

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Rosie Jerram

Economics, Finance, Environment and Society


Otago’s diverse study options appealed to Rosie, who studied for a Bachelor of Commerce.

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Taylor Davies-Colley

Botany, Ecology


With his Science degrees from Otago, Taylor turned a passion for nature into a meaningful career.

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Te Reimana Parangi

Māori Health, Medicine and Surgery


For Te Reimana, Health Sciences First Year at Otago opened up pathways towards a variety of healthcare professions.

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