Unitec kaimahi and ākonga may have noticed road name changes around our Mt Albert campus as Semester One gets off to a busy start this week. The new road names are part of the redevelopment of the Carrington site and reference the surrounding whenua with some background provided below: Gate Road 1 is now: Te… Read more »
O-Week is in full swing with pōwhiri, as well as events across Mt Albert and Waitakere campuses. Unitec kaimahi and support services have been fantastic in managing the influx of students and increased foot traffic, attributed to greater efficiency at all orientation and enrolment touch points. Unitec Student Central Manager, Jeffrey Wu has been right… Read more »
Byron Rangiwai (Ngāti Manawa, Ngāti Whare Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tūhoe), Associate Professor at Ngā Wai a Te Tūī, Unitec’s Māori and Indigenous Research Centre, has gained national recognition for his research into ADHD from a Māori perspective. Byron’s blog post on Embracing attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder through the pīwakawaka: A Māori perspective on education and ADHD… Read more »
We’re pleased to announce our return to Polyfest, a showcase of New Zealand’s diverse cultures and a celebration of youth performances. One of the most recognised events on the Auckland calendar, this year, Polyfest is celebrating its 50th anniversary. MIT and Unitec are proud to sponsor the Tonga stage, celebrating our shared legacy, longevity, and… Read more »
MIT and Unitec were invited to take part in the recent targetted consultation on “Options for the Future of Work-based Learning”. Senior Leadership Team (SLT) delivered workshops at Ōtara and Mt Albert to explain to kaimahi what is proposed under the options and what changes we might see under each if implemented. There was also… Read more »
Unitec’s commitment to manaakitanga, or showing respect, generosity, and care for others, is making a positive impact on our overseas learners with a 20% increase in international student numbers from last year. Close to 1,300 international students are enrolled to start Semester One 2025 with nearly 400 new learners attending International Orientation Day at the… Read more »
Unitec’s Rainbow and Ally Network have partnered with students from the School of Creative Industries to transform the Rainbow Room at Te Puna, Mt Albert Campus, into an inclusive, safe space for all. The Bachelor of Design and Contemporary Art – Year 3 Contemporary Art tauira involved in this project were: Tevin Wharepouri, Anne Ah… Read more »
Kaimahi from across the Mt Albert campus left their offices last week to enjoy the sunshine, fresh air and connect over delicious food during two Block Parties organised by the Health and Wellbeing team in front of Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae and Mataaho. But it wasn’t all about the food. Kaimahi put their thinking caps… Read more »
Māori ākonga (learners) about to start their journey at Unitec were impressed at the number of spaces and support available to them during their induction at the Unitec Māori orientation held at Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae on Wednesday, 12 February. Caleb Forward is happy to be starting Semester One after moving up to Auckland from… Read more »
Sunday 16th February saw Unitec having a formal presence at Big Gay Out for the first time in many years. It was great to be able to connect with queer whanau and allies from all over Auckland. Unitec’s presence was expertly led by Amy Jesensek (Secondary School and Community Liaison), with strong support from the Unitec… Read more »
