The University of Waikato

29/05/2026

Meet Maggie, who placed 2nd in the Secondary Schools Division and was invited to join our Summer Writing Residency in 2023.

Maggie reflects on what the experience meant to her, what inspired her story, and how it helped build her confidence as a young writer.

With just one month to go until entries close for the Sargeson Short Story Prize, now is a wonderful time to encourage the young writers in your life to begin, or complete, their story.

Every great writing journey starts somewhere; this could be theirs.

🔗 See the link in comments to learn more.

Sargeson Prize - Short Story Competition

29/05/2026

What really sits beneath the headlines of this year’s Budget?

We sat down with Professor of Economics, Michael Cameron, to unpack the big questions. From the story behind the budget and what it could mean for students, to the potential trade-offs that may impact the future of New Zealand.

Watch for expert insight, clear explanations, and the bigger picture behind Budget 2026.

28/05/2026

University of Waikato research is taking a closer look at methods that speed up natural processes to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While approaches like enhanced weathering and ocean alkalinity enhancement show promise, the reality is more complex.

Some of the captured carbon may not stay stored long-term, meaning the overall impact could be smaller than expected. Understanding what happens beyond the initial capture, across rivers, soils and oceans, is key.

As these technologies grow, making sure they genuinely help reduce climate change is critical.

➡️ Read more in the comments.

28/05/2026

Got research you should share but not sure where to start?

Hear directly from those who’ve been there. Our Three Minute Thesis (3MT) finalists share why stepping up is worth it - from building confidence to bringing your research to life.

If you’re a PhD student with a story to tell, don’t wait. Get your entry into 3MT now.

⏰ Registrations close 4pm, 12 June
⬇️ Link in comments to learn more and register

27/05/2026

What does it really take to compete in high-performance disability sport?

University of Waikato PhD graduate Dr Amanda Lowry is sharing a perspective not often heard. As a highly impaired athlete, her research explores the vital role of care and support behind the scenes.

Her work highlights the everyday realities for para-athletes with high support needs, and why recognising carers and resourcing support is key to making sport more inclusive.

⬇️ Read the full story in the comments.

University of Waikato - Tauranga

27/05/2026

AI is no longer just supporting work behind the scenes. It’s starting to take a more active role.

Agentic AI systems can now plan, decide, and act within organisations. That shift has real implications for how decisions are made, how productivity is lifted, and how value is created. It also raises important questions around governance, accountability, and what effective leadership looks like in this space.

These are the kinds of conversations being explored through Leading with AI: The Strategy Roadmap, a four-month executive masterclass delivered by Waikato Management School. The programme brings together academic insight and industry experience to help leaders navigate what’s next.

Registrations are closing 08 June, so find out more and register today – link in comments. ⬇️

Leading with AI is an executive programme from Waikato Management School that helps leaders confidently navigate AI’s impact, with a practical focus on strategy

26/05/2026

Candra Pullen, our Operations and Delivery Manager for MBA and Executive Education, is taking on something pretty special.

After experiencing a stroke last August, she’s now preparing to walk 116km of the Camino in Spain this September with Stroke Aotearoa 💛

To support her journey, there are a couple of ways to get involved ⬇️

🎟️ Donate $5 or more to go in the draw for a raffle, thanks to Kahurangi, the Waikato Students’ Union and local Waikato businesses

☕ Join us on campus on Friday 29 May at 10am on the Village Green outside Kahurangi Café for a coffee and a walk together.

Come along, show your support, and be part of Candra’s journey.

25/05/2026

The University of Waikato is mourning the passing of Tā Tamati Reedy, a pioneering Māori academic and the University’s first Pro Vice-Chancellor Māori.

A respected Ngāti Porou leader, his work helped embed te reo Māori, tikanga and Māori education across the University and Aotearoa. From shaping Māori and Pacific Development studies to contributing to the Māori Language Act 1987, his legacy has had a lasting impact on education and language revitalisation.

He passed away aged 89, just weeks after his wife, Lady Tilly Reedy.

Take a moment to read more about Tā Tamati’s impact on our University and beyond ⬇️

Link in comments.

25/05/2026

Three scholarship opportunities are now open for Waikato tauira, supporting study across a range of disciplines and a shared commitment to te taiao, Kiingitanga values, and community impact.

Available scholarships:
• Pokaia Nepia Scholarship
• Taki Turner Scholarship
• Waikato Regional Council & Waikato-Tainui Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu Scholarship

Each scholarship offers support for study at different levels and backgrounds, with all applications closing on 30 June 2026.

For full details and how to apply, see each image or visit the links in the comments ⬇️

25/05/2026

Put yourself in the centre of The Pā during Open Day.

If you missed this look out for Community Open Day coming to campus on 18th July!

25/05/2026

Put yourself in the Village Green during Open Day to see what it was like ⬅️➡️