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08 Dec 2023
Alumna Jamie Wood first Otago graduate awarded Schwarzman Scholarship
International Business and Chinese language alumna Jamie Wood (Kāi Tahu) has bee...
08 Dec 2023
Otago to host World Leisure Congress
Leading international leisure and tourism researchers will visit Dunedin next we...
08 Nov 2023
Rhodes Scholarship for excellence, leadership and commitment to community
Huge congratulations to Otago graduate Isaac Heron who has been awarded a Rhodes...
18 Sep 2023
Dr Chris Paton on WHO’s Digital Health Initiative
The World Health Organisation launched a Global Initiative on Digital Health at...
13 Sep 2023
Sustainability reporting key to driving change
Dr Sharman, who has an extensive background in climate and sustainability policy...
31 Aug 2023
Meet Bridget de Lautour, President of the Otago Commerce Students’ Association (COMSA)
Learn more about the Otago’s Commerce Students’ Association (COMSA) and its pres...
31 Aug 2023
Meet Kaya Tanoa-Kaivananga, President of Te Tai Tuarā (TTT)
Learn more about Te Tai Tuarā and its president, Kaya Tanoa-Kaivananga....
25 Aug 2023
Award winning entrepreneurs ready to grow their berry-based business
Second year Bachelor of Entrepreneurship tauira and Dunedin locals Alex Livingst...
25 Aug 2023
Single-use packaging ban 'not enough'
The ban on single-use packaging in Aotearoa New Zealand is not going far enough...
18 Aug 2023
Two MBAs, a baby and a rescue cat – a tale of learning and love
Zilin Zhang and Ting Li are delighted to be graduating in person in Dunedin this...
10 Aug 2023
Harnessing the power of sport as we age
Harnessing the power of sport, to create a sense of belonging and improve mental...
28 Jul 2023
Be a ‘good farmer’ or follow new regulations: The struggle for Otago farmers
A new national freshwater policy is causing tension for Otago farmers, as many o...
20 Jul 2023
Demand for offsetting low when carbon credit prices are high - report
New Zealand organisations are motivated to reduce their emissions internally and...
20 Jul 2023
Demand for offsetting low when carbon credit prices are high - report
New Zealand organisations are motivated to reduce their emissions internally and...
04 Jul 2023
Local charities delighted with Ignite’s advice and support
Our Ignite consultants wrapped up their Semester One projects at a special event...
04 Jul 2023
Otago farewells Distinguished Chair, Professor James Higham
Internationally acclaimed scholar and Distinguished Chair, Professor James Higha...
21 Jun 2023
Downward dog in the Rock and Pillars?
A nearly 70-year-old notoriously skew-whiff simple backcountry Otago hut might n...
20 Jun 2023
We had to keep it hush hush for a while... but we won!
Could you survive in New Zealand’s most rugged wilderness with only your best fr...
19 Jun 2023
Otago @ NZ International Science Festival
The University of Otago is honoured to once again be a major partner supporting...
06 Jun 2023
Background in biology helps economics research
Economics and neuroscience may seem like an unlikely combination, but Associate...
06 Jun 2023
Background in biology helps economics research
Economics and neuroscience may seem like an unlikely combination, but Associate...
17 May 2023
Creating positive change through sustainable finance
When Isobella Te-Iringa-A-Rangi O Te Moana Nui Sigley (Ngāpuhi) learned that inv...
17 May 2023
Creating positive change through sustainable finance
When Isobella Te-Iringa-A-Rangi O Te Moana Nui Sigley (Ngāpuhi) learned that inv...
08 May 2023
Associate Professor Ros Whiting retires
Interacting with, mentoring and advising students has been a highlight of Associ...
28 Apr 2023
Associate Professor Ros Whiting retires
Interacting with, mentoring and advising students has been a highlight of Associ...
31 Mar 2023
From Ontario to Te Waipounamu - Summer School Abroad rekindles international connections
This summer, tauira from Canada’s Brock University attended Otago as part of the...
28 Mar 2023
People key to tourism’s role in post-COVID recovery
The tourism industry is poised to pull New Zealand through the aftermath of the...
28 Mar 2023
People key to tourism’s role in post-COVID recovery
The tourism industry is poised to pull New Zealand through the aftermath of the...
24 Mar 2023
Walking trail’s new project to “renew, restore, rebuild”
The kaitiaki of New Zealand’s longest trail hopes it will become the world’s “fi...
24 Mar 2023
Walking trail’s new project to “renew, restore, rebuild”
The kaitiaki of New Zealand’s longest trail hopes it will become the world’s “fi...
24 Mar 2023
Tourism industry climate scenarios show bold action is needed, Policy School told
Aotearoa will become a “hot house” by 2050 if it does not introduce additional c...
23 Mar 2023
Tourism industry climate scenarios show bold action is needed, Policy School told
Aotearoa will become a “hot house” by 2050 if it does not introduce additional c...
03 Mar 2023
Otago Tourism Policy School back in person for its fifth year
Industry leaders, policy makers and prominent researchers will discuss whether A...
03 Mar 2023
Otago Tourism Policy School back in person for its fifth year
Industry leaders, policy makers and prominent researchers will discuss whether A...
13 Feb 2023
Professor Sheila Skeaff wins OUSA Supervisor of the Year Award
When Nan Xin Wang arrived in Dunedin to start her PhD studies in the Department...
13 Feb 2023
Professor Sheila Skeaff wins OUSA Supervisor of the Year Award
When Nan Xin Wang arrived in Dunedin to start her PhD studies in the Department...
23 Jan 2023
Proud to be a commissioner
Being the first Māori commissioner on the New Zealand Productivity Commission Te...
23 Jan 2023
Proud to be a commissioner
Being the first Māori commissioner on the New Zealand Productivity Commission Te...
17 Jan 2023
The welcome return of international, customised business courses at Otago
The Otago Business School has welcomed the return of Otago’s overseas partners f...
16 Jan 2023
How impact investing can shape our future
A group of experts shared their thoughts on how impact investing can shape socie...
21 Dec 2022
Otago’s sustainable business qualification receives global recognition
A University of Otago programme that tackles the big issues of sustainability, c...
20 Dec 2022
Later brand reveal in advertisements leads to better sales
When it comes to product advertisements, consumers like a bit of mystery....
16 Dec 2022
Patrick Boudreau-Alguire’s adventurous PhD journey
Patrick Boudreau-Alguire graduates with a PhD from the Otago Business School tod...
16 Dec 2022
Otago announces 39 new professors
Thirty-nine University of Otago academics are being promoted to the position of...
02 Dec 2022
Climate change risks to property values
Extreme sea-levels from storms augmented by sea-level rise are potentially a thr...
28 Nov 2022
Prominent University of Otago alumni and academics “Talk Business”
For the first time the University of Otago Business School features the thoughts...
28 Nov 2022
Lachie McLean on responsible investing and financial greenwashing
Recent Otago Business School alumnus, Mr Lachie McLean, shares his research on r...
25 Nov 2022
Otago Girls’ enterprise class visit Business School, BNZ Bloomberg Markets Lab
The Otago Business School welcomed a Year 10 Enterprise Class from Otago Girls’...
22 Nov 2022
Otago talks home ownership with its Pasefika community
The Otago Business School’s Pasefika community were recently invited to come tog...
07 Nov 2022
Pacific community business workshop a success
More than 20 young people took part in the University’s Pacific Incubate Program...
02 Nov 2022
Study investigates male and female travellers’ ‘transformations’
A new University of Otago-led study has revealed men and women experience change...
31 Oct 2022
Poutoko Taiea, Distinguished Chair appointments announced
Five Otago internationally acclaimed scholars and leaders have been appointed as...
26 Oct 2022
The boomerang students: What made the return worth it?
The road to a degree is not always linear. Three members of Otago’s Pasifika com...
25 Oct 2022
Māori Business students celebrated at annual Recognition Awards
The Otago Business School’s Te Maea and Te Tai Tuarā Māori Commerce Students Ass...
03 Oct 2022
Alternative earnings dislosures are high-quality if women are on board
Firms are likely to be more transparent about their alternative earnings if ther...
28 Sep 2022
Dr Sebastian Gehricke develops New Zealand’s first Stewardship Code
Dr Sebastian Gehricke develops New Zealand’s first Stewardship Code...
14 Sep 2022
Employers are encouraged to embrace neurodiversity
Unwavering focus, superior analytical ability and mathematical talent are just s...
05 Sep 2022
Joining forces against climate change
The Otago Tongan Students’ Association (OTSA) and the Otago Kiribati Islands Stu...
31 Aug 2022
Tourism students cultivate carbon neutral course
Laptops are being swapped for spades as tourism students implement some real-wor...
31 Aug 2022
Otago alumni honoured at NZ Business Hall of Fame
Otago alumni honoured at NZ Business Hall of Fame...
26 Aug 2022
“I never thought I would have a published article before I even have a degree.”
For Harriet Wills the outcome of her summer studentship is a dream come true....
23 Aug 2022
Business School wins design award
Business School wins design award...
23 Aug 2022
‘Crazy academic journey’ an empowering experience
Lovely Luafitu has overcome “many challenges” on her way to graduating with a Ba...
19 Aug 2022
OBS Markets Lab open for business
OBS Markets Lab open for business...
19 Aug 2022
Propelling her life-long dreams into action
Empowering other young Kiwis to pursue careers in STEM is the big dream for one...
19 Aug 2022
Study ‘adventure’ capped with degree
Study ‘adventure’ capped with degree...
19 Aug 2022
OUSA president graduates with MBA
OUSA's 2022 president Melissa Lama is graduating with her MBA this weekend....
19 Aug 2022
"I want to go into medicine and be the brown face that brown people can see."
An Otago student determined to add another Pacific voice to the health conversat...
18 Aug 2022
Student addressing the digital divide
Second year Bachelor of Applied Science student Owyn Aitken (Ngāti Raukawa ki te...
18 Aug 2022
Restarting studies brings passionate master’s graduand full circle
Restarting studies brings passionate master’s graduand full circle...
16 Aug 2022
Launch of podcast Otago Chronicles
A new podcast series hosted by University of Otago Marine Science and Science Co...
11 Aug 2022
3MT PhD runner up and People's Choice winner Rajesh Nautiyal
PhD candidate Rajesh Nautiyal’s research on yoga tourism takes out People's Choi...
10 Aug 2022
Out of winter and onto Brazilian sands
Competing in South America will be a stark contrast to what one Otago volleyball...
09 Aug 2022
KPMG kōrero and new scholarships announced at Otago Business School
A recruitment event held at the Otago Business School recently was also an oppor...
05 Aug 2022
Professor Stephen Knowles’ journey to economic altruism and supporting charities
Professor Stephen Knowles shares how his academic journey led him to the topic o...
29 Jul 2022
Iki Mafi Uele wins Commerce 3 Minute Thesis Competition
Iki Mafi Uele will represent the Commerce division at the upcoming 3 Minute Thes...
28 Jul 2022
Investigating how alcohol price changes affect consumption
Investigating how alcohol price changes affect consumption...
28 Jul 2022
Adventure skills help participants cope with pandemic restrictions
Psychological skills gained while rock climbing and kayaking helped participants...
26 Jul 2022
Three more Otago supervisors receive international recognition
Three University of Otago supervisors have gained United Kingdom Council for Gra...
26 Jul 2022
Department of Tourism ‘elated’ with ranking
Otago’s Department of Tourism ‘elated’ with ranking...
25 Jul 2022
Otago’s hospitality and tourism management ranked 23rd worldwide and best in Aotearoa
The University of Otago’s teaching of hospitality and tourism management has bee...
21 Jul 2022
Adventure skills help participants cope with pandemic restrictions
Psychological skills gained while rock climbing and kayaking helped participants...
15 Jul 2022
Otago Business School receives AACSB accreditation
Otago Business School receives AACSB accreditation...
15 Jul 2022
Winning book's hopeful message about wildlife conservation
Pairing breathtaking images with wildlife research has proven an award-winning c...
14 Jul 2022
Turning ‘misery research’ into destination management for sustainability
Dr Julia Albrecht, from the Department of Tourism, shares what took her from an...
14 Jul 2022
Business School student success at Global Enterprise Experience
University of Otago Business School students Jessie Yue Ou Yang and Harry Campbe...
12 Jul 2022
Otago foundations underpin career in New York art galleries
Otago foundations underpin career in New York art galleries...
28 Jun 2022
From overcoming obstacles to landing prestigious job
Alumna Rebekah van Kerkhof credits the University's fantastic support systems wi...
17 Jun 2022
Call for influential fossil fuel shareholders to act on climate change
Ten international shareholders have the potential to shift the fossil fuel indus...
08 Jun 2022
Alumni recognised in Queen’s Birthday and Platinum Jubilee Honours
Alumni recognised in Queen’s Birthday and Platinum Jubilee Honours...
07 Jun 2022
Ones to Watch: Maddy Gordon
Always looking for an opportunity to promote sustainability, Communications and...
27 May 2022
Why study Economics?
Why study Economics?...
24 May 2022
IT interns on pathway to jobs
IT interns on pathway to jobs...
19 May 2022
Career switch daunting but enjoyable
Career switch daunting but enjoyable...
17 May 2022
Visionary leader and innovator Sir Ian Taylor honoured
Honorary degree for visionary leader and innovator Sir Ian Taylor...
16 May 2022
Honorary degree for visionary business leader Sir Ian Taylor
Visionary innovator, storyteller and business leader Sir Ian Taylor (Ngāti Kahun...
16 May 2022
Fashionable solution to a world challenge
The World’s Challenge Challenge sees tertiary students from across the world com...
11 May 2022
Otago Business School Graduate Jonathan Chua on changing careers
The lockdown resulted in an rewarding career change for Jonathan Chua, from scie...
27 Apr 2022
Scholarship supports the development of Murihiku Marae
Bachelor of Commerce student Dakoda Conroy receives this year’s PwC Summer Stude...
