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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07 July 2026
Movement breaks reduce health risks
Those of us who sit at a desk for most of the day know the importance of taking a break, but new University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka research has determined exactly how often we should get up and move around.
06 July 2026
Social media affects teen dental confidence – study
Using social media can have a negative impact on adolescents’ confidence about the appearance of their teeth, new research shows.
02 July 2026
Future tauira recognised for te reo Māori
A shared passion for te reo Māori has earned two Otago secondary students special recognition as they prepare for university.
02 July 2026
Enriching conversations with toddlers
Asking open-ended questions and weaving conversations into everyday activities helps toddlers’ communication skills, new research shows.
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Wed 8 Jul 2026
He Hui Maumahara: Matariki service on remembrance
Join us, and take some time to reflect and remember those we have lost over the year, and honour their impact in our lives as we draw nigh to the dawn of a new year that is Matariki.
12:00pm to 12:30pm
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Tuesday 14 July 2026
Tue 14 Jul 2026
Morning breakdown: Breakfast fuel and your gut – Dr Andre Brodkorb
Public 'breakfast' Lecture by Dr Andre Brodkorb of Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ireland. Hosted by the Department of Food Science and Harraways. Free breakfast on arrival to the event thanks to Harra...
8:00am to 9:00am
Castle 1 Lecture Theatre, Dunedin