04
Jan
January
University reopens
Wednesday, 4 January 2023
09
Jan
January
Summer School classes begin
Monday, 9 January 2023
14
Jan
January
Due date for submission of papers for course approval by students taking semester 1 or full year papers
Saturday, 14 January 2023
15
Jan
January
Last day to delete Summer School papers with refund of fees (11:59pm deadline)
Sunday, 15 January 2023
24
Jan
January
Biochemistry Seminar: Professor Andrew Shelling, Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland
Tuesday, 24 January 2023
at 12:00pm
- Biochemistry Seminar Room G.13 (BIG13) and via Zoom, Dunedin
Genomic discrimination and the promise of precision medicine.
06
Feb
February
Last day to withdraw from Summer School papers (11:59pm deadline)
Monday, 6 February 2023
Waitangi Day
Monday, 6 February 2023
07
Feb
February
2023 Public Health Summer School
Tuesday, 7 February 2023
at 9:00am
- University of Otago, Wellington, Wellington
Offering 15 short courses (1–2 days) on a range of topics in public health. A great opportunity for professional development. Ideal for those working in health, research or policy. Held in-person in Wellington. Some courses online
10
Feb
February
Fees due for study beginning in semester 1
Friday, 10 February 2023
16
Feb
February
Pacific first-year students' orientation: Growing Pacific scholars 2023
Thursday, 16 February 2023
at 9:00am
Orientation programme for all Pacific first-year students.
Fofoa accommodation orientation
Thursday, 16 February 2023
at 9:00am
- Pacific Islands Centre, 520 Castle Street
Orientation for students who have received a 2023 Fofoa Accommodation Award.
17
Feb
February
Summer School classes end
Friday, 17 February 2023
18
Feb
February
Summer School examinations begin
Saturday, 18 February 2023
20
Feb
February
Enrolment/Orientation activities for new international students (until 24 February)
Monday, 20 February 2023
Campus tours
Monday, 20 February 2023
- St David Complex (front entrance)
Get to know the University campus, with a focus on your area of study.
UNIO 101: University transition and success
Monday, 20 February 2023
- St David Complex Lecture Theatre
What you need to know about university study, including advice and study tips to set you up for academic success.
Latest arrival date for new international students studying in semester 1
Monday, 20 February 2023
Ori '23
Monday, 20 February 2023
OUSA runs a programme of great music events, outdoor movies, a food festival and fun-filled daytime events.
Turaka Hou Pōwhiri, Ōtākou Marae
Monday, 20 February 2023
- Te Huka Mātauraka (the Māori Centre), 515 Castle Street North
We warmly welcome you and your whānau to attend the pōwhiri at Ōtākou Marae.
Orientation Week commences
Monday, 20 February 2023
Course advice
Monday, 20 February 2023
at 9:00am
- AskOtago Central Hub, Information Services Building
Student advisers can help you review your study choices and check you’re on track to gain the most from your degree.
eTransition: IT setup drop-in sessions
Monday, 20 February 2023
at 9:30am
- St David Complex Seminar Rooms A and B
Get your device set up, and learn how to access and use the University's IT systems.
Meet Locals in your area
Monday, 20 February 2023
at 4:00pm
- Otago Business School Atrium, 60 Clyde St, Corner of Clyde Street and Union Street East
A social event for students who are flatting, boarding or living at home in their first year.
21
Feb
February
Ori '23
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
OUSA runs a programme of great music events, outdoor movies, a food festival and fun-filled daytime events.
Campus tours
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
- St David Complex (front entrance)
Get to know the University campus, with a focus on your area of study.
Course advice
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
at 9:00am
- AskOtago Central Hub, Information Services Building
Student advisers can help you review your study choices and check you’re on track to gain the most from your degree.
eTransition: IT setup drop-in sessions
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
at 9:30am
- St David Complex Seminar Rooms A and B
Get your device set up, and learn how to access and use the University's IT systems.
UNIO 101: University transition and success
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
at 10:00am
- St David Complex Lecture Theatre
What you need to know about university study, including advice and study tips to set you up for academic success.
Locals pre-Collegiate Sports Day meet-up
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
at 11:30am
- Locals HQ Takuahi Kirirarau (top floor, Union Building)
A chance to take your new Locals t-shirt out for a spin, enjoy a Dunner stunner and kick off the intercollege competition for 2023.
University Collegiate Sports Day
Tuesday, 21 February 2023
at 12:30pm
- Logan Park
An afternoon of social sport – complete with chants, flags and collegiate t-shirts.
22
Feb
February
UNIO 101: University transition and success
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
- St David Complex Lecture Theatre
What you need to know about university study, including advice and study tips to set you up for academic success.
Campus tours
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
- St David Complex (front entrance)
Get to know the University campus, with a focus on your area of study.
Ori '23
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
OUSA runs a programme of great music events, outdoor movies, a food festival and fun-filled daytime events.
Course advice
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 9:00am
- AskOtago Central Hub, Information Services Building
Student advisers can help you review your study choices and check you’re on track to gain the most from your degree.
eTransition: IT setup drop-in sessions
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 9:30am
- St David Complex Seminar Rooms A and B
Get your device set up, and learn how to access and use the University's IT systems.
Let’s get down to Business
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 10:00am
- Ground floor, Otago Business School
Nau mai, haere mai, and a very warm welcome to all BCom, BEntr, BComSci and BACom students.
Mature student meet and greet
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 10:00am
- Locals HQ Takuahi Kirirarau (top floor, Union Building)
A social event for first year students aged 20 or over.
Sciences course advice
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 1:00pm
- Smithell’s Gymnasium, 690 Cumberland Street
Expert academic advice for students enrolled in the BSc, BAppSc, BASc, BComSc, Surveying First Year or Engineering Intermediate.
The Amazing Trace (Locals)
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 1:00pm
- Locals HQ Takuahi Kirirarau (top floor, Union Building)
Learn how to navigate campus in style. For students who are flatting, boarding or living at home in their first year.
Secrets to Academic Success for international students
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 2:00pm
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre
A seminar for international students new to Otago.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Orientation
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 2:15pm
- St David Complex Lecture Theatre
Your introduction to everything about the Bachelor of Arts at Otago.
Thrive and Survive seminar for international students
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 3:00pm
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre
Information and tips for navigating the Otago community as an international student.
Spot the Difference seminar for international students
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 4:00pm
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre
Get some tips on how to navigate Kiwi culture.
Locals Pre-Toga Party
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 6:00pm
- Locals HQ Takuahi Kirirarau (top floor, Union Building)
Enjoy the lead up to your Toga Party in style with Locals! We have sheets and expert toga tiers ready to help you.
Toga Party
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
at 8:00pm
- Union Lawn and Hall
Grab your sheets and head on down.
23
Feb
February
UNIO 101: University transition and success
Thursday, 23 February 2023
- St David Complex Lecture Theatre
What you need to know about university study, including advice and study tips to set you up for academic success.
Ori '23
Thursday, 23 February 2023
OUSA runs a programme of great music events, outdoor movies, a food festival and fun-filled daytime events.
Campus tours
Thursday, 23 February 2023
- St David Complex (front entrance)
Get to know the University campus, with a focus on your area of study.
Summer School examinations end
Thursday, 23 February 2023
Course advice
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 9:00am
- AskOtago Central Hub, Information Services Building
Student advisers can help you review your study choices and check you’re on track to gain the most from your degree.
eTransition: IT setup drop-in sessions
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 9:30am
- St David Complex Seminar Rooms A and B
Get your device set up, and learn how to access and use the University's IT systems.
Locals welcome repeat
Thursday, 23 February 2023 at 10:00am - Locals HQ Takuahi Kirirarau (top floor, Union Building)
Kai Māori Festival
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 11:00am
- The open space next to Te Roopū Māori and Te Huka Mātauraka, 515 Castle St North
Featuring kai stalls, a live band, performances from local kapa haka roopū, spot prizes and competitions, and representation from mana whenua and all the Nga Roopū Māori executives.
Hāngī lunch
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 12:00pm
- Te Huka Mātauraka, 515 Castle Street North
A welcome lunch for tauira Māori at Te Huka Mātauraka (the Māori Centre) – your “whānau on campus”.
Sciences course advice
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 1:00pm
- Smithell’s Gymnasium, 690 Cumberland Street
Expert academic advice for students enrolled in the BSc, BAppSc, BASc, BComSc, Surveying First Year or Engineering Intermediate.
International students' official welcome and pizza buffet
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 2:30pm
- St David Lecture Theatre
International students new to Otago are invited to attend the official welcome, International Expo and pizza buffet.
University of Otago Pacific Welcome
Thursday, 23 February 2023
at 5:30pm
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre (welcome) and St David Complex (dinner).
Our annual welcome event for all new and returning Pacific students and their families.
24
Feb
February
Combined degrees overview
Friday, 24 February 2023
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre
An introduction to the combined degrees at Otago, for new BACom, BASc and BComSc students.
Ori '23
Friday, 24 February 2023
OUSA runs a programme of great music events, outdoor movies, a food festival and fun-filled daytime events.
Orientation Week ends
Friday, 24 February 2023
Preliminary lectures
Friday, 24 February 2023
at 8:30am
- Various
Short presentations that give you important introductory information about your papers.
Locals HQ open day
Friday, 24 February 2023
at 9:00am
- Locals HQ Takuahi Kirirarau (top floor, Union Building)
Come and hang out with the Locals Team at our HQ in between your prelim lectures.
Course advice
Friday, 24 February 2023
at 9:00am
- AskOtago Central Hub, Information Services Building
Student advisers can help you review your study choices and check you’re on track to gain the most from your degree.
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) orientation
Friday, 24 February 2023
at 11:00am
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre
A dedicated orientation session for Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) students, to help you get set for the next three years.
Pride Night
Friday, 24 February 2023
at 4:00pm
- Otago Museum Reserve Lawn
Join us for a celebration of queerness in Ōtepoti!
27
Feb
February
Formal lectures begin
Monday, 27 February 2023
01
Mar
March
Joint Biochemistry and Botany seminar: Associate Professor Jonathan Plett, Western Sydney University
Wednesday, 1 March 2023
at 12:00pm
- Lecture Room G.19, Otago Business School, Dunedin and online via Zoom
Layers of Complexity: Tales from the search for master controls of plant-fungal mutualism
03
Mar
March
Last day to add semester 1 or full-year papers (11:59pm deadline)
Friday, 3 March 2023
09
Mar
March
Implications of generative AI such as ChatGPT in higher education
Thursday, 9 March 2023
at 1:00pm
- Otago University Media Productions Studio, Level 2, Owheo Building, 133 Union Street East, Dunedin
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and language models like ChatGPT in higher education has the potential to revolutionize the way students learn and teachers teach.
11
Mar
March
Be a Citizen Scientist for Seaweek!
Saturday, 11 March 2023
at 12:30pm
- NZ Marine Studies Centre, 185 Hatchery Road, Dunedin.
Help New Zealand Marine Studies Centre and Department of Conservation monitor the shore with Marine Metre Squared. Add to this important national database and see what animals and seaweeds you can find!
14
Mar
March
Inaugural Professorial Lecture – Professor Ben Schonthal
Tuesday, 14 March 2023
at 5:45pm
- Castle 1 Lecture Theatre, Dunedin, and online via live-stream
Professor Ben Schonthal delivers his Inaugural Professorial Lecture (IPL) titled: "Law's Karma: Cause and effect in courtroom and cosmos".
17
Mar
March
Last day to delete semester 1 papers with refund of fees (11:59pm deadline)
Friday, 17 March 2023
21
Mar
March
Biochemistry seminar: Oluwatobi Eboda, PhD candidate
Tuesday, 21 March 2023
at 12:00pm
- Biochemistry Seminar Room G.13 (BIG13), Dunedin and online via Zoom
Characterization of a novel hiPSC-derived neuronal model of CLN12 Batten disease.
24
Mar
March
Last day to delete full-year papers with refund of fees (11:59pm deadline)
Friday, 24 March 2023
