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09 Jun June

Department of Medicine Seminar Series

Friday, 9 June 2023 at 12:30pm - 9th Floor Seminar Room, Dunedin Public Hospital, Dunedin, and online via Zoom.
Department of Medicine Seminar Series - Wellbeing@Otago, What/Where/Who/How to access support services. Carina Perner, University of Otago, Occupational Mental Health & Wellbeing Advisor

 

Haematology – high counts

Monday, 12 June 2023 at 7:30pm - Via Zoom, Dunedin
Join the May Rural CME Webinar for a Haematology update from guest speaker Elayne Knottenbelt, a Consultant Haematologist at Mid Central DHB.

13 Jun June

Identifying and synergising age-related research at Otago

Tuesday, 13 June 2023 at 9:00am - Seminar Room 2.05, Level 2, School of Surveying, 310 Castle Street, University of Otago Dunedin campus
Calling all researchers at Otago doing age-related research. A morning of thought-provoking discussion and collaboration to help CARE understand the age-related research landscape, identify synergies and plan for the future.

 

Inaugural Professorial Lecture – Professor Nevil Pierse

Thursday, 15 June 2023 at 5:30pm - Horne Lecture Theatre, Wellington Regional Hospital, 12th Floor (blue lift), Wellington
Professor Nevil Pierse delivers his Inaugural Professional Lecture (IPL) titled: Numbers from a Kerry Statistician: Housing and Health

18 Jun June

Marine Encounters at the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre

Sunday, 18 June 2023 at 10:30am - NZ Marine Studies Centre, 185 Hatchery Road, Portobello, Dunedin.
During a tour of the NZ Marine Studies Centre at Portobello, connect to your coast, meet local marine species at our touch tanks and discover what makes them special.

 

2023 Teaching Information Evening – Invercargill

Wednesday, 21 June 2023 at 7:00pm - Information Centre at the Invercargill campus, College of Education, 100 Nelson Street, Invercargill
We invite you to join us for the Bachelor of Teaching Information Evening in Invercargill. Make a difference. Become a teacher.

 

2023 London alumni function

Thursday, 22 June 2023 at 6:30pm - House of Commons, Houses of Parliament, St Margaret Street, London, SW1A 0AA
Chair of the UK and Europe Otago University Alumni Chapter and UK Trust, Ms Kirsty Fiddes, and committee, and the Development & Alumni Relations Office warmly invite you and a guest to a University of Otago 2023 alumni event in London.

 

2023 Berlin alumni function

Sunday, 25 June 2023 at 3:00pm - New Zealand Residence, Berlin, German
Deputy Vice-Chancellor External Engagement, Professor Tony Ballantyne, and the Development and Alumni Relations Office, are pleased to invite you and a guest to a Berlin alumni event.

29 Jun June

Science-based Policy School for Climate Change 2023

Thursday, 29 June 2023 at 8:30am - Wellington: The Cable Room, Harbourside Function Centre, 4 Taranaki Street, Wellington.
Dunedin: Otago Business School Lecture Room 1.19. 60 Clyde St, Corner of Clyde Street and Union Street East, Dunedin.
Online via Zoom
Navigating a path forward: Mā mia ka kite a muri, mā muri ka ora a mua

 

University of Otago Science Expo

Saturday, 1 July 2023 - University of Otago Business School, Corner of Clyde Street and Union Street East, Dunedin
Discover the wonders of science at the University of Otago Science Expo. Immerse yourself in a festival of knowledge, with captivating stands from Anatomy to Zoology. Engage with experts in Archaeology, Genetics, Marine Science, Psychology and more!

11 Jul July

Inaugural Professorial Lecture – Professor David Eyers

Tuesday, 11 July 2023 at 5:30pm - Castle 1 Lecture Theatre, University of Otago Dunedin campus
Professor David Eyers delivers his Inaugural Professorial Lecture (IPL) titled, “Head in the clouds: the passing front of a new computing paradigm”.

 

Public Talk Series: Ageing Well – Never too early, never too late

Wednesday, 12 July 2023 at 5:30pm - Rolleston Lecture Theatre, University of Otago Christchurch, 2 Riccarton Avenue, Christchurch
They say “old age is not for sissies” – but how exactly do we maintain our dignity, brain health and spark in the older years? Learn from our top clinical researchers how to ‘use it before you lose it’.

18 Jul July

Radiation Therapy online information evening

Tuesday, 18 July 2023 at 5:00pm - Online via Zoom
Join us by Zoom to hear all about studying Radiation Therapy at our Wellington campus. This online session includes Q&As with current students telling you about their experience.

19 Jul July

Faculty of Dentistry Clinical and Research Excellence Symposium

Wednesday, 19 July 2023 at 8:45am - Hutton Theatre, Otago Museum, Dunedin
We welcome all those interested in cutting-edge dental and oral health research to join us for our inaugural Clinical and Research Excellence Symposium, highlighting the clinical excellence and research achievements of the University of Otago's Faculty of Dentistry.

 

The inaugural James R Flynn Lecture

Wednesday, 19 July 2023 at 5:30pm - Archway 4 Lecture Theatre, Archway Building, corner Union Street East and Leith Walk, Dunedin
Turbulence and Climate Justice: Disruption, Displacement, and Crisis. Presented by Professor David Schlosberg.

 

Postgraduate Public Health information session

Wednesday, 26 July 2023 at 5:30pm - Adams Building, 1st floor, 18 Frederick Street, Dunedin or online via Zoom (link provided on registration)
Explore postgraduate Public Health programmes in Dunedin, Christchurch and Wellington. Join our information session on campus in Dunedin or on Zoom.

 

Public Talk Series: Surgery and medicine of the future – AI, robotics and "smart” implants

Wednesday, 26 July 2023 at 5:30pm - Rolleston Lecture Theatre, University of Otago Christchurch, 2 Riccarton Avenue, Christchurch
Artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics, 3D bone printing and ‘smart’ implants – high tech innovation is revolutionising the future of surgery and medicine. How futuristic technology could soon be coming to an operating theatre near you.

09 Aug August

Public Talk Series: Adolescent Health – Raising Mentally Resilient Teens

Wednesday, 9 August 2023 at 5:30pm - Rolleston Lecture Theatre, University of Otago Christchurch, 2 Riccarton Avenue, Christchurc
Raising happy, healthy teenagers – it can be the biggest parental challenge. But how do I know if I’m getting it right? Join our leading clinical researchers as they share the latest thinking on sleep, social media, vaping, eating disorders, and fad diets.

17 Aug August

Postgraduate Mental Health – Online information evening

Thursday, 17 August 2023 at 7:00pm - Online via Zoom, Christchurch
Join our upcoming information evening to learn more about postgraduate opportunities in Mental Health. Our Christchurch based department has a strong history of leadership in clinically applied Mental Health teaching and research.

20 Aug August

Marine Encounters at the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre

Sunday, 20 August 2023 at 10:30am - NZ Marine Studies Centre, 185 Hatchery Road, Portobello, Dunedin.
 During a tour of the NZ Marine Studies Centre at Portobello, connect to your coast, meet local marine species at our touch tanks and discover what makes them special.

23 Aug August

Public Talk Series: You Are What You Eat – Your Gut, Nutrition and the Bowel

Wednesday, 23 August 2023 at 5:30pm - University of Otago, Christchurch (2 Riccarton Avenue - Main Campus Building)
The experts tell us we are actually “more bug than human”. What does that mean and how do we optimise gut health? Join our top clinicians and researchers as they lead you on a journey through the gut.

25 Aug August

Radiation Therapy Open Day

Friday, 25 August 2023 at 3:00pm - University of Otago, Wellington, 23a Mein St, Newtown, Wellington
If you are considering studying for a Bachelor of Radiation Therapy in 2024, please join us for our department Open Day – being held in conjunction with Wellington Tertiary Open Day. Come and find out about this great career choice.

 

Master of Nursing Science – Online information evening

Thursday, 7 September 2023 at 7:00pm - Online via Zoom (link provided on registration)
Thinking of a career change or want to build on your undergraduate degree? Join our online information evening to hear how you can become a nurse in just two years.

11 Sep September

2023 Blues and Golds Awards

Monday, 11 September 2023 at 5:30pm - Te Wao Nui (Otago Business School Atrium), 60 Clyde Street (Corner of Clyde Street and Union Street East), Dunedin
The Blues and Golds Awards recognise and celebrate the highest degree of sporting, cultural, community and arts achievements, among University of Otago students.

21 Sep September

Master of Nursing Science – On-campus information evening

Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 5:30pm - Centre for Postgraduate Nursing Studies, 72 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch
Thinking of a career change or want to build on your undergraduate degree? Join our on-campus information evening to hear how you can become a nurse in just two years.

08 Oct October

Marine Encounters at the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre

Sunday, 8 October 2023 at 10:30am - NZ Marine Studies Centre, 185 Hatchery Road, Portobello, Dunedin.
During a tour of the NZ Marine Studies Centre at Portobello, connect to your coast, meet local marine species at our touch tanks and discover what makes them special.

20 Oct October

Class of 2003 Physiotherapy Reunion

Friday, 20 October 2023 at 6:00pm - Dunedin campus and surrounds
Join us for a weekend full of socialising and nostalgia as classmates come together to celebrate 20 years since graduation.

23 Oct October

Labour Day

Monday, 23 October 2023

27 Oct October

Medical class of 1988 Reunion

Friday, 27 October 2023 at 6:00pm - Trinity Wharf Hotel, Tauranga
We are looking forward to meeting you all in Tauranga for an awesome catch up.

12 Nov November

Marine Encounters at the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre

Sunday, 12 November 2023 at 10:30am - NZ Marine Studies Centre, 185 Hatchery Road, Portobello, Dunedin.
During a tour of the NZ Marine Studies Centre at Portobello, connect to your coast, meet local marine species at our touch tanks and discover what makes them special.

29 Nov November

CNE Symposium 2023

Wednesday, 29 November 2023 at 9:00am - Caroline Freeman College, University of Otago, Dunedin
The Centre for Neuroendocrinology is holding a 3-day symposium of neuroendocrinology research highlights to celebrate its 20th anniversary from 29 November until 1 December, 2023 here in Dunedin, New Zealand.

 

Marine Encounters at the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre

Sunday, 10 December 2023 at 10:30am - NZ Marine Studies Centre, 185 Hatchery Road, Portobello, Dunedin.
During a tour of the NZ Marine Studies Centre at Portobello, connect to your coast, meet local marine species at our touch tanks and discover what makes them special.

10 Jan January

5th Human Resources International Conference

Wednesday, 10 January 2024 at 9:00am - Otago Business School, University of Otago, Union Street East, Dunedin 9016.
This conference is hosted by the Department of Management at the University of Otago in conjunction with the HR Division of the Academy of Management. The conference will take place on 10–12 January 2024 in the Otago Business School.

06 Feb February

Waitangi Day

Tuesday, 6 February 2024
Waitangi Day

 

Home Science class of '66 Reunion

Monday, 8 April 2024 at 5:00pm - Parnell Hotel and other places, 10-20 Gladstone Road, Auckland
Join us for our Class of '66 reunion. Our reunions are always a lot of fun and a great way of reconnecting with student friends

25 Apr April

ANZAC Day

Thursday, 25 April 2024

28 Jun June

Matariki

Friday, 28 June 2024 at 12:00am

28 Oct October

Labour Day

Monday, 28 October 2024

29 May May

Otago Medical School 150th anniversary

Thursday, 29 May 2025 - Various, Dunedin
The University of Otago, Te Whare Wānanga o Ōtākou, is pleased to announce that the Otago Medical School, Te Kura Hauora o Ōtākou, will be celebrating 150 years in 2025.