Where to find us
Locals HQ is on the first floor of the Union Building. Locals staff members and the Student Engagement Leads are available in HQ almost all the time during the semesters. Locals HQ is open between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Maya (the Manager) is based in Room G.06 in Scott Shand House, though she will also be in Locals HQ occasionally. Lei Lani (the Deputy Manager) shares her time between Locals HQ and Room G.06, Scott Shand House.
Stay in the loop
All Locals students automatically receive our Weekly Newsletter. This is your one-stop shop for upcoming events, sign-up links (including Inter-College activities), academic support info, giveaways, and more.
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General information
Email locals@otago.ac.nz
Meet with us
Need help with something or just want a chat? You can book a one-on-one session with a member of our team.
Maya – Locals Manager
Pastoral care, academic support, programme feedback
Email maya.pitcon@otago.ac.nz
Mob +64 21 949 653
Lei Lani – Locals Deputy Manager
Pastoral care, academic support, general advice
Email lani.hosking@otago.ac.nz
Mob +64 21 279 1913