The theme for Gasav Ne Fäeag Rotuạm Ta – Rotuman Language Week 2023 is Vetḁkia ‘os Fäega ma Ag fak hanua – Sustaining our Language and Culture. The Rotumn Islands group lies 650km north of Fiji and are home to a unique Polynesian indigenous group. About 2,000 Rotuman speakers live on the island, and another 8000… Read more »
“I’ve got access to the projects and people I can learn from, and that’s invaluable.” It’s no surprise that Fijian-born Alena Waqainabete followed her family into the construction industry, but she was keen to put her own mark on it. Alena completed a Bachelor of Construction (BCons) programme last semester, majoring in Construction Economics &… Read more »
Save the date for this year’s Unitec Techweek Event! Thu 18 May 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wayfinding in the Digital Age – Inspiring Tech Careers is an event that focuses on the intersection between technology, navigation, and career development. The event aims to explore how technology is changing the way we navigate physical and… Read more »
What is New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week about? NZSL became an official language of Aotearoa New Zealand in 2006 when the NZSL Act passed into law. In 2007 we celebrated NZSL Week for the first time. The aim of NZSL Week is to raise awareness of NZSL and to encourage all New Zealanders… Read more »
Co-leaders of Te Pūkenga Rohe 1 (Region 1), Toa Faneva and Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga were welcomed into their new roles at a pōwhiri at Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae on Monday 1 May. A large group of manuhiri and whānau, including kaimahi, iwi representatives from the Tāmaki Makaurau and Te Tai Tokerau regions and Te… Read more »
Unitec-Te Pūkenga School of Applied Business recently organised information sessions for the New Zealand Certificate in Real Estate Salesperson (level 4), which saw a diverse group of people from all walks of life attending to gain insights into the credential. There are many reasons to be excited by a real estate career right now, says… Read more »
Matua Hare Paniora shared kōrero about his pāpā (father) with Te Whare Wānanga o Wairaka whānau members who gathered at Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae on Monday morning to share stories ahead of Anzac Day. Kaimahi and ākonga attending the event heard touching tributes from Matua Hare and other Unitec whānau that crossed generations and conflicts,… Read more »
A unique journey exploring and understanding the intricacies of cybersecurity is underway for thirty new ākonga, who were recently welcomed into the whānau at Unitec-Te Pūkenga . An innovative new cyber security qualification aims to encourage and support more Māori and Pacific learners pursue careers in the tech industry. The new programme is a… Read more »
Applying the knowledge gained throughout study to support and empower their own communities is an aspiration held by many Te Whare Wānanga o Wairaka graduates. More than 900 ākonga crossed the stage earlier this month to receive their well-earned qualifications at Graduation 2023. An elated crowd of more than 4500 supporters surrounded them and cheered them on at… Read more »
Dr Samantha Heath, who was chosen as an MBIE Science Te Whitinga Fellowship recipient in 2021, has featured in the Royal Society Te Apārangi New Zealand’s new social media campaign – watch her video below. Samantha speaks of her love for teaching and researching Healthcare and Social Practice, and her gratitude for receiving the Fellowship.… Read more »
