Lincoln University Alumni Network

24/05/2026

From olive groves to gumboots 🫒

Lincoln alumna Alissa Wilson turned a preschool mix-up into , custom stickers for muddy gumboots and more. Now she’s growing olives, launching products and building a sustainable life at Kin Grove.

Read her story here: https://www.lincoln.ac.nz/news-and-events/lincoln-alumna-builds-olive-oil-and-gumboot-sticker-businesses/ 💛

22/05/2026

From national competition to social sport and recreation, our Sports and Healthy Living Initiative is helping more Lincoln students get involved!

Thanks to the generous support of Rabobank New Zealand, ANZCO Foods and Scales, the initiative has supported students across basketball, volleyball, netball, rowing, running, racket sports, tramping and more.

If you would like to contribute to this fund, please contact the alumni team at [email protected]

Read more about the initiative and its impact: https://www.lincoln.ac.nz/news-and-events/creating-confidence-and-community-through-the-sports-and-healthy-living-initiative/

13/05/2026

A great afternoon at Lincoln University on Saturday for the Old Rivals pre-match function and annual inter-varsity rugby clash.

Unfortunately, UC Old Maroons retained the Hart O’Reilly Trophy for 2026, with the Rams going down 41–21 after leading 7–5 at halftime.

A big congratulations to the LU Ewes, who had a strong win over Christchurch, finishing 38–15.

Thanks to LURFC, LU alumni, UC Old Maroons and past players who came together for an afternoon of rugby and a few friendly rivalries.

11/05/2026

Congratulations to all our new alumni who graduated on Friday!

We are proud to welcome you to Lincoln University’s whānau of alumni and friends. More than 1,300 students received their qualifications - a massive achievement and a very special milestone.

Did you graduate, support someone graduating, or spot a familiar face? You can watch the Lincoln University 2026 Graduation Celebration recording here:
https://vimeo.com/event/5881156

Graduation photos will be shared soon.

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Lincoln University Graduation 2026

04/05/2026

Join us for an afternoon of camaraderie with "friends and foe" ahead of the Hart O'Reilly Trophy Match. The trophy is currently held by UC - can they defend it?

Match Details:
Kick-off: 2:45 PM
Location: Field 1, Lincoln University

Old Rivals Pre-match Function Details:
Where: Mrs O's, Calder Drive, Lincoln University
When: 1.15 pm, Saturday 9 May 2026
Cost: Free event (cash bar available)

Come and keep the stories alive!

RSVP essential here: https://alumnilinc.lincoln.ac.nz/HartOReillyMatch2026
Include any dietary requests.

Lincoln Club Day Game Schedule:
Rams v UC 2:45pm
Ewes v Christchurch 2:45pm
Wethers v UC 1:00pm
Lambs v Christchurch 1:00pm
Romneys v Shirley 11:00am
Rigs v West Melton 11:00am

01/05/2026

Join us in congratulating our 2026 Bledisloe Medal recipient, Kerry Allen.

A Lincoln graduate and Curriculum Director for Agribusiness in Schools, Kerry has spent decades championing agricultural education and encouraging young New Zealanders to explore pathways in the primary sector.

She will receive the Bledisloe Medal at graduation next Friday.

Read more about Kerry and why she has been recognised: https://www.lincoln.ac.nz/news-and-events/a-lifelong-advocate-for-agrieducation-recognised-with-lincoln-universitys-bledisloe-meda/

17/04/2026

Have you been worrying about the global supply chain, the Strait of Hormuz, and its impact on New Zealand?

Imagine overseeing 13,000 people across 100 countries and the movement of 4.5 million container units around the world every year.

Lincoln University alumnus Michael Aldwell, Executive Vice President Sea Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel, discusses the global supply chain, the current situation and future scenarios with Assoc Prof Mark Wilson.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/-kK7o-f8T-g

The closing of the Strait of Hormuz, the impact on global supply chains, and the impact for New Zealand. Lincoln University alumnus Michael Aldwell, Executiv...

08/04/2026

It was great to co-host with the NZ Parks Leaders Forum, and welcome alumni and friends to campus for the Parks Leaders Forum Professional Development Day at Lincoln University last week.

The day connected students, alumni, and industry through presentations, sharing research, and a networking session, finishing with the hot topic debate led by Kim Hill. Lincoln's lecturers delivered taster sessions in the new Master of Parks Management, one of Lincoln’s latest taught programmes.

Lincoln Alumna Sam Strong, a Senior Planner at Thrive Spaces and Places, spoke about her experience in the industry and shared her insights into the value of Lincoln's qualifications.

Read more👉
https://www.lincoln.ac.nz/news-and-events/parks-leaders-forum/

18/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Wānaka at the LU Sport | Supporters’ Dinner & Auction last week. It was an evening of connection, shared stories, and support for Lincoln University sport.

Together, we raised funds to back our current students and strengthen the future of rugby and wider sport and recreation at Lincoln University. https://alumnilinc.lincoln.ac.nz/wanakadinner

Thank you to our MC Jamie Mackay and speakers - Andy Dalton, Gary & Rachel Stead, Timbo Deaker, James Paterson and Allan Dippie - for their contribution to the evening.
A special acknowledgement to our alumni who led this event, and to our sponsors for their generous support: Canyon Brewing QT, Allan Dippie, Viticultura (Timbo Deaker and Jason Thomson), Morrison family (Growbulk), James Paterson, Arrowtown Motel and Apartments, Elsewhere Gin, Saint Clair Family Estate, Mr Apple, Alistair Cuming, and Criffel Station.

Here are a few highlights from the evening at the Vintage Tractor Garage, including the dinner and charity auction.

14/03/2026

It’s been great to catch up with many Lincoln alumni and friends around the Wānaka A&P Show.

If you’re at the Show today, come and see us at Site K46 — we’d love to see you.