The University of Otago offers a number of benefits and services for alumni.
GoinGlobal: Career development for alumni
The University of Otago brings its Going Global subscription to Otago alumni, students and staff with 80,000 pages of career and employment information.
Both the Going Global Country Career Guides and the USA & Canadian City Career Guides provide professional advice on such topics as: the current employment outlook, hiring trends, job search resources, executive recruiters, staffing agencies, work permit regulations, salary ranges, resume/CV writing guidelines, professional and social networking groups, trade associations, interview and cultural advice. Please note access to GoinGlobal is a two-step process, log in to Your Otago Link and then create a personal GoinGlobal account.
Contact alumni
Get in touch with lost friends, flatmates and colleagues from your student days. Find out how to contact old friends!
Class reunions
Class reunions are a wonderful way for you to reconnect with old friends. If you’re thinking of organising a class reunion, we can help you – and while the reunion itself is organised by you and your committee, we offer a free service to help you where we can. If you’d like to organise a reunion you can phone 64 3 479 8487 or email reunions.alumni@otago.ac.nz.
OUSA Shuttle service
The airport shuttle service that has been available to students is now available to alumni attending Otago reunions.
For more information and booking online please visit airport shuttles dunedin
Alumni benefits
As an alumni of the University of Otago you have access to a variety of benefits, including continued use of the University library, discounts from participating businesses, and access to discounted short courses.
Library Membership
Alumni can obtain a Graduate's Library Card, which allows access to University of Otago Libraries for reading, writing, and research.
Visit the alumni library page to find out what resources and services are available for alumni.
OUSA Radio One Card
As Otago alumni, you are entitled to a free Radio One 91FM Onecard. This subscription card entitles the bearer to discounts on products and services in and around Dunedin.
Email us at alumni@otago.ac.nz to receive yours.
University Book Store Otago
Miss your old staff or student discount? UBS (Otago) is very pleased to offer their special Alumni discount. Either shop online at UBS using the code Alumni1869, or in-store by showing your free Radio One 91FM Onecard or Alumni Library card. You’ll get 10% discount off all full priced items.
Executive residence
Stay in the heart of campus at the University’s Executive Residence, at the exclusive alumni rate of $169 per night.
Phone 0800 685 685 or visit the University's Executive Residence Website.
IT Training Courses
IT Short courses on campus are now available to alumni. Some are free of charge, and all others receive a special alumni discount of 15%.
Otago University Press
Otago University Press publishes a wide range of non-fiction books about New Zealand and Pacific. Exclusive offer to Otago alumni: 10% off the RRP of any book published by Otago University Press when ordered from OUP’s website. Please write ‘Otago alumni offer’ in the instructions box at checkout.
Kick Start or Fast Track Your Career
Whether you are currently searching for a position, considering a career change, or are seeking fresh talent for your business, Otago’s Career Development Centre can help.
