Pacific Islands Centre staff are here to assist
Our aim is to make your academic journey as enjoyable and stress free as possible. We like to see ourselves as your family away from home, so don’t hesitate to come see us!
On-campus Pacific staff network
Get assistance from some of the many Pacific staff working in various roles at the University.
Contact University staff on the on-campus Pacific staff network.
Pacific Islands Centre Staff Contact Details
Tofilau Nina Kirifi-Alai BA, LLB
Manager
Tel +64 3 479 8278
Mob +64 21 279 4574 (24hr Emergency)
Email pacific@otago.ac.nz
Christine Anesone BA
Pacific Islands Community Liaison Officer
Tel +64 3 479 4981
Email christine.anesone@otago.ac.nz
Eric Nabalagi BCom
Pacific Students Transition Officer
Tel +64 3 479 8996
Email eric.nabalagi@otago.ac.nz
Dr Marea Colombo PhD
Tutorials and Academic Pastoral Support Co-ordinator (TAPSC)
Tel +64 3 479 4160
Email marea.colombo@otago.ac.nz
Irene Ellis
Administrator
Tel +64 3 479 8278
Email irene.ellis@otago.ac.nz