Otago's leaders of tomorrow receive awards
Wednesday 21 December 2022
Forty-one students graduated with their University of Otago Student Leadership Award (UOSLA) certificate this year making this the largest group to complete this course.
Diabetes disparity
Monday 19 December 2022
Dr Isaiah Immanuel is conducting a one-year study, funded by Research for Children Aotearoa, to discover why Pasifika youth with type 1 diabetes are experiencing problems maintaining good control of their disease.
Otago’s first ni-Vanuatu health sciences PhD candidate receives grant from the HRC
Friday 16 December 2022
The worship of a mite that spreads a potentially life-threatening disease in Vanuatu may make for some interesting challenges for a University of Otago student who plans to do research to inform the locals about the risks of the illness.
Pacific Alliance condemns radioactive discharge from Fukushima Daiichi – calls for NZ action
Thursday 15 December 2022
Plans to discharge tonnes of radioactive wastewater into the Pacific Ocean for around thirty years have been condemned in a statement issued today by a Pacific-wide alliance.
Researching research and uplifting “the homies”
Tuesday 6 December 2022
Pacific health research generally leads with the best of intentions, but does it actually have an impact?
Va’a o Tautai: Keeping the Va’a Afloat
Wednesday 30 November 2022
Va’a o Tautai has gone from strength to strength while grappling with the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wellington PhD candidate wins international 3MT competition
Wednesday 23 November 2022
Wellington PhD candidate Yasmin Nouri has won first place in the international Matariki Network Three Minute Thesis competition 2022 virtual final.
Otago’s annual symposium highlighting Pacific-led research
Wednesday 9 November 2022
Pacific voices were front and centre at Otago’s annual symposium highlighting Pacific-led research.
The “accidental academic” recognised with prestigious teaching award
Wednesday 26 October 2022
Associate Professor Patrick Vakaoti has been awarded a national Te Whatu Kairangi – Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Award 2022, with an endorsement in Enhancing Pacific Learners’ Success.
The boomerang students: What made the return worth it?
Wednesday 26 October 2022
The road to a degree is not always linear. Three members of Otago’s Pasifika community share what an alternative path to success can look like.
Applications open for Kickstart 101
Friday 7 October 2022
Spending a few extra weeks getting an early start to University life is highly recommended, an Otago University Pacific student reckons.
Ulcer patch first in Department of Physiology to receive Smart Ideas funding
Wednesday 5 October 2022
Associate Professor Rajesh Katare has been granted funding to research the development of a novel, multi-use, off-the-shelf, biodegradable ulcer patch as an advanced wound-care product.
Otago Pacific staff visit Mīharo Murihiku Polyfest
Tuesday 20 September 2022
Otago's Pacific staff from across centres and divisions recently paid Mīharo Murihiku Polyfest a visit to connect with the Pacific community in Invercargill.
‘Surreal experience’ accompanying PM on Samoa commemoration trip
Tuesday 16 August 2022
After being named as Companion to the New Zealand Order of Merit this year, Director of Va’a o Tautai serves as a companion of a different kind.
Vice-Chancellor receives a warm Pacific welcome
Wednesday 3 August 2022
Pacific leaders and stakeholders at the University of Otago banished the winter chill by providing a warm welcome for new Vice-Chancellor Professor David Murdoch.
Celebrating 60 years of independence and friendship
Thursday 28 July 2022
Samoan patriotism was evident as the University’s senior leaders, Samoan staff, student leaders and invited guests celebrated a special anniversary.
Student Health rewarded for MMR vaccine mahi
Thursday 21 July 2022
Student Health staff have been recognised for their “outstanding” mahi in enabling Pasifika students to be vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).
Nurturing Pacific community relationships
Wednesday 20 July 2022
Meaningful long-term relationships with local Pacific communities are important for the University and first aid was the recent focus of a health initiative.
New Pacific Islands Centre suits growing team
Friday 15 July 2022
The Pacific Islands Centre, which has served faithfully as a site of support, connection and celebration on the Dunedin campus, has relocated to Castle St.
Otago graduates head for US with prestigious Fulbright Scholarships
Wednesday 15 June 2022
Five Otago graduates are heading to universities across the United States (US), after being named in this year’s cohort of 27 Fulbright New Zealand Award winners.
Biomedical Sciences student Julia Imo wins thrice
Tuesday 14 June 2022
The bioengineering postgrad student won three awards at the Startup Dunedin's Audacious event recently.
Project will preserve New Caledonian women’s stories and traditions
Friday 3 June 2022
Dr Christiane Leurquin will create a documentary and educational material on how intangible cultural heritage and traditions are passed from mothers to daughters in New Caledonia.
Otago takes centre stage for Lexus Song Quest semi-finals
Tuesday 24 May 2022
Congratulations to Otago alumnus Ridge Ponini and current student Sarah Hubbard for reaching the semi-finals of the Lexus Song Quest.
University of Otago research trial of lifestyle and cooking programme reaps healthy rewards
Monday 23 May 2022
A study by the University of Otago, Christchurch has found that every single Pasifika participant in a new Pegasus Health lifestyle and cooking programme lost body fat – with the majority trialled also improving key health and wellbeing measures such as lower cholesterol and greater social connection.
Diving into a rewarding career
Monday 23 May 2022
Learning about study options in the mid-nineties after a chat at Dunedin’s Captain Cook Tavern helped kickstart the future career of Otago alumnus – marine biologist Dr Richard (Rick) Hamilton.
