The University of Waikato

05/06/2026

Could you spare some time to help save a life? 🩸

Our next blood drive is coming to campus on 18 June, making it easy for staff, students, and our wider community to donate.

In this video, Alexei shares why he chooses to give blood and how convenient it is when it’s right here at the University.

If you’re able to, consider booking a time and doing your bit.

⬇️ Link in comments to find out more and book your spot

NZ Blood Waikato

04/06/2026

We’re all about giving the next generation opportunities to explore where they can make a difference.

Recently, we welcomed Year 11–13 students to campus to explore Environmental Planning and see how their passion for the environment could translate into a meaningful career.

Through hands-on workshops and conversations with professionals from the New Zealand Planning Institute, they gained real insight into what a future in planning can look like.

Know a young person who’s keen to make an impact? This could be a pathway worth exploring.
⬇️ Learn more about studying Environmental Planning with us via the link in the comments

New Zealand Planning Institute Te Kura Toi - School of Arts - University of Waikato

03/06/2026

One of the biggest challenges about AI isn’t the technology itself - it’s knowing what to do next and how to lead it well.

Jennifer Kerr, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Te Raupapa – Waikato Management School, explains why we developed Leading with AI: The Strategy Roadmap, and the gap it’s designed to address for senior leaders.

Registrations close 8 June.

Find out more and how to register in the comments ⬇️

03/06/2026

We’re celebrating members of our University of Waikato community recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours 👏

Alongside Chancellor Dame Susan Hassall, a number of staff, alumni and associates have been acknowledged for the impact they’re making across Aotearoa and beyond.

Congratulations to:

• Dr Rachael Griffiths-Hughes (MNZM) – services to music
• Dr Mary Low (MNZM) – services to accountancy education
• Ken Williamson (ONZM) – services to governance and the community
• Dr Reuben Collier (CNZM) – services to the television industry and Māori
• Terese Marr (MNZM) – services to ADHD support and philanthropy
• Alan McIntyre (MNZM) – services to education
• Barbara Astill (KSM) – services to women, the community and governance
• Sandy Thompson (ONZM) – services to governance, education and children

A great reflection of the people connected to our University and the difference they’re making.

Read more in the link in the comments ⬇️

02/06/2026

Looking for something meaningful for your young person to do during the school holidays?

We run hands-on STEM experience days right here on campus where senior secondary students can step into real study areas and see what university learning feels like.

During the April holidays, we welcomed students into:
🔬 Experience Engineering
🌊 Marine Science Student for a Day
💻 Discover CS: Computer Science & Software

It was great to see curiosity turn into confidence as students explored future study and career pathways in action.

Missed out this time? More STEM experience events are coming in the July school holidays at both our Hamilton and Tauranga campuses.

Learn more about our July sessions ⬇️
https://brnw.ch/21x31Zb

01/06/2026

Thinking about doing research next summer? 🔬

The Summer Research Scholarship Programme provides an $8,000 scholarship to support students completing 10 weeks of full-time research alongside an academic supervisor. It’s a chance to contribute to real research and gain valuable experience for your CV.

Check out what some of our Summer Research Scholars said when we caught up with them at their final presentations earlier this year.

Applications for the 2026/2027 programme open on 15th June and close Monday 13 July 2026.

⬇️ Find out more and explore available projects link in the comments

31/05/2026

We are incredibly proud that our Chancellor, Susan Hassall, has been named a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit today for services to education.

Dame Susan has dedicated her life to education and leadership and has positively impacted generations of learners over an almost 50-year career.

Dame Susan is a passionate advocate for education and is deeply committed to the University. While one of the most public roles for the Chancellor is celebrating the momentous occasion of graduation with our students and recognising all they have achieved, much of the work that Dame Susan undertakes for the University is generally unseen.

Dame Susan also supports the work of Hospice Waikato, the New Zealand Teaching Council, Momentum Waikato and the University Foundation, and volunteers a significant amount of her own time to ensuring the success of TANZOS.
Congratulations Dame Susan on this incredible honour, and thank you for all that you have done, and continue to do, for the University and our students.

31/05/2026

Come and check these out!

The Boon team has been out and about again attaching QR codes to our incredible murals! 🤩

This time we tackled the murals at the University of Waikato 🎓

The rest of the QR codes at the UoW will be attached soon.

If you’re out on about on campus scan them and you’ll be linked to our artist directory! Also, feel free to snap a pic and tag us 🤗

30/05/2026

After the success of the New Zealand Economics Forum, we’re bringing that same level of insight and discussion to Tent Talks at Fieldays!

Here’s what’s on:

🌏 10AM: Feeding the World in a Fractured Landscape: What global politics and shifting trade relationships mean for NZ farmers and exporters.

🚜 11AM: Dollars & Dirt: The Economic Outlook from the Farm Gate
Breaking down what the latest economic trends actually look like on the ground for the 2026/27 season.

📍 Tent Talks, Site D79, Fieldays (Mystery Creek)
📅 Thursday 11 June

Learn more on our website - link in comments

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