Lincoln University Alumni Network

14/10/2026

Giving Day 2026 - Supporting Lincoln's next 150 years

On Thursday 22 October, the Lincoln University community will come together for Giving Day 2026 to support students and help create a lasting 150th anniversary legacy.

For nearly 150 years, Lincoln has nurtured leaders across the land-based sectors. This year, you can support 150th Anniversary Scholarships or the planned 150th Anniversary Sculpture, Symbiosis, by Virginia King.

Learn more and donate early: givingday.lincoln.ac.nz

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22/09/2026

The Class of 1996 came together recently for their 30 Years On Reunion.

The weekend began with a campus tour hosted by Prof. Hamish Gow, followed by an evening at the Pegasus Arms filled with plenty of catching up and reminiscing.

A huge thank you to the reunion organisers for bringing everyone together and making it such a memorable weekend. We loved hearing there are already plans to do it all again!

02/09/2026

Two Lincoln University alumni have taken out New Zealand’s leading young w**e industry titles for 2026.

Congratulations to Nick Lamain, named Young Winemaker of the Year, and Kris Godsall, crowned Young Viticulturist of the Year.

Current Lincoln student Joshua Irving also impressed, placing third in the national finals.

Nick is now a w**emaker at Isabel Estate Vineyard, while Kris is assistant vineyard manager at Cloudy Bay Vineyards - both in Marlborough.

A standout result for our alumni, and for the next generation of New Zealand w**e industry leaders. 🍇

Read more👉
https://www.lincoln.ac.nz/news-and-events/lincoln-alumni-w**e-both-w**e-top-spots/

28/08/2026

We acknowledge the tragic loss of life and devastation caused by the recent flash floods in the Nepal-Tibet border region. Nepal holds a special place in the Lincoln University community through a relationship that spans more seventy years of continuous educational, research and alumni connections. Our thoughts are with the people of Nepal and all those affected by this tragedy, and we extend our sincere sympathies to the families, communities and individuals impacted by this devastating event.

Lincoln University’s Emeritus Prof. David Simmons CNZM is Deputy Chair of Himalayan Trust. Alexander Hillary (Sir Edmund Hillary’s grandson) is General Manager of the Himalayan Trust NZ Team. If anyone is wondering how best to offer support to our friends in Nepal – donations can be made directly to Himalayan Trust Nepal Flood Relief Fund below:

Catastrophic flash floods have devastated communities in Nepal's Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts. Donate today — every dollar goes directly to Nepal's official relief effort.

22/08/2026

It’s always great to see our alumni giving back by sharing their industry experience with our students. 💙

These connections provide valuable insight, inspiration and a real-world perspective as students prepare for their future careers.

Thank you for continuing to support the next generation.

12/08/2026

Brisbane alumni — we’re coming your way! 🎓

Join us for a relaxed Lincoln Alumni Catch-Up at the Port Office Hotel, with food, drinks and plenty of time to reconnect with fellow alumni, meet some new faces and catch up with the Alumni and Development Team.

Port Office Hotel – The Clancy Room
Friday 28 August | From 6:00pm

Refreshments will be provided. Guests are welcome.

View the full event details and RSVP by Tuesday 25 August:
https://alumnilinc.lincoln.ac.nz/2026Brisbane

Know other Lincoln alumni in Brisbane? Tag them below or share this post with them — we’d love to see a great Lincoln crowd there.

See you in Brisbane!

03/08/2026

Reconnecting after all these years

Members of the DipFM 1980 class came together in Wellington over the weekend to reconnect, share memories and begin planning for a reunion in two years, ahead of their 50-year milestone in 2030.

The weekend was a reminder of the importance of staying connected, and that the friendships formed at Lincoln and the connection to the University - remain strong over the years.

We were delighted to help reconnect the group after so many years and look forward to supporting their future reunions.

31/07/2026

Congratulations to Lincoln University alumna Melanie Mark-Shadbolt on being elected a Companion of the Royal Society Te Apārangi.

Melanie has been recognised for her nationally significant leadership across mātauranga Māori, environmental science and science policy.

Ngā mihi nui, Mel, on this well-deserved honour.

The Council of the Society has elected 13 new Companions – Ngā Takahoa a Te Apārangi – for decades-long contributions to science, technology, or the humanities.

30/07/2026

🎓 Stay connected with Lincoln

Whether you graduated recently or have been part of the Lincoln alumni community for many years, we would love to stay in touch.

Our alumni are making a difference across New Zealand and around the world in the land-based sectors, business, science and their communities.

By keeping your details up to date, you can hear about alumni reunions and events, University news, opportunities to reconnect and stories celebrating the achievements of fellow Lincoln graduates.

Your time at Lincoln is the beginning of a lifelong connection.

Update your details here: https://alumnilinc.lincoln.ac.nz/
or contact the Alumni Team: [email protected]