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PhD marks two firsts for Samoan student

Michael Ligaliga is "relieved" to have completed his University of Otago PhD, and has become the first Pacific Island student to complete an Otago doctorate in peace and conflict studies.

Canine cuddles relieving student stress

University of Otago student Finnbar Grieve (19) chills with friendly dogs (from left) Martin, ...

Canine cuddles relieving student stress

For students separated from their pooch pals, a squad of local dogs are available for sessions of furry stress relief.

The University of Otago’s new $26m music, theatre and performing arts development will further boost Dunedin’s reputation as an "outstanding centre of culture and learning", Prof Tony Ballantyne says.

Visiting speaker optimistic about achieving peace in the world

Award-winning Australian radio broadcaster Rachael Kohn remains optimistic that peace can be achieved in the Middle East and Korea, despite seemingly massive obstacles.

Otago prof wins book award

A Dunedin-based architect turned theologian has won a national book award.

Values at core of predictive polling system

Dr Damien Mather and Dr Mathew Parackal. PHOTO: LINDA ROBERTSON

Values at core of predictive polling system

Researchers who developed a new predictive polling system focused on values are trying to drum up support within the media industry - and say their research could signal a move away from "mud...

Brief movements helpful: study

Getting out of your chair and moving around for two minutes every half hour provides important health benefits, University of Otago research suggests.

University would let Brash speak

Don Brash, who has nominated for New Zealander of the Year, would be welcome to speak at the University of Otago if he wanted to, the vice-chancellor says.

Polytechnic $50m plan to go ahead

Otago Polytechnic chief executive at the site where a new trades and engineering building will be...

Polytechnic $50m plan to go ahead

Otago Polytechnic will push ahead with a planned $50 million redevelopment involving three separate projects, after being granted a funding increase.

Sri Lankan students showcase culture

Sri Lankan students showcase their culture

Thareni Luxmanan (left) and Shreya Das perform a traditional bharatanatyam dance at a cultural performance hosted by the University of Otago Sri Lankan Students’ Association.

Street party comes up Trumps

About 2000 people attended the Agnew St party on Saturday. Photos: Gregor Richardson

Street party comes up Trumps

Who said freedom of speech was being repressed because the world was becoming too politically correct?

'Hugely exciting' to have author at Otago

Novelist Val McDermid is taking up a professorship at the University of Otago. PHOTO: ODT FILES
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'Hugely exciting' to have author at Otago University

The news that Scottish crime writer Val McDermid is to take up a visiting professor role at Otago University has been hailed as ''hugely exciting''.

Researcher awarded $180,000 for study of premature babies

A lecturer at the University of Otago's Wellington campus is ``absolutely delighted'' to receive more than $180,000 to investigate a new therapy for premature babies.

Award-winning novelist takes up uni position

Crime novelist and visiting Professor Val McDermid. Photo: Getty Images

Award-winning novelist takes up uni position

Celebrated Scottish novelist Val McDermid is travelling to the University of Otago to take up a three-year visiting professor role in the Division of Humanities.

Native fauna could be reintroduced to cities

Reintroducing bats, tuatara and native birds into NZ's cities is not beyond the realms of imagination, two University of Otago zoologists say - if cat owners become more aware of the benefits keeping their pet indoors.

Excellence award for polytechnic

Fourth time is the charm for Otago Polytechnic, which has won an award for business excellence.

Lecturer comparing student experiences

Teaching young women from war-torn countries and hearing about their struggles puts a different perspective on higher education, a former Otago student says.

Two students discharged from hospital

Two students discharged from hospital

The two University of Otago students recently diagnosed with meningococcal disease have been discharged from hospital, the region's medical officer of health says.

University fellows participate in discussion of arts

University fellows participate in discussion of arts

More than 100 people turned out yesterday to meet this year’s 2018 University of Otago Arts Fellows, gaining insights into their motivation, inspiration and aspirations.

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