Health • United States • FijiFiji scholar bridges indigenous wisdom and modern healthcare for Pacific wellnessResearcher Sainimere Boladuadua collaborates with Native American tribes, advocating for holistic approaches that prioritise cultural values and community involvement.Khalia StrongWed, 23 Apr
EducationDebate ignites over proposed law to ban race-based uni fundingSupporters argue for a focus on individual needs, while critics warn of potential setbacks for Māori and Pacific students facing systemic discrimination.Khalia StrongFri, 11 Apr
Education‘Clearly anti-Māori’: Local board leaders slam member's bill on race-based servicesSupport from targeted university services has helped Māori and Pasifika students succeed, say local politicians, and removing them will only entrench disadvantage.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterMon, 07 Apr
Health • FijiUncovering genetic roots of heart disease: New Zealand study seeks Fiji participantsResearchers are investigating a genetic trait in Fijian-New Zealanders that may contribute to alarming rates of premature heart disease. Khalia StrongTue, 01 Apr
Language & CultureOtago's Cook Islands community creates ‘home away from home’ for overseas studentsWith a focus on family, faith, and tradition, Sunday’s gathering in Dunedin fosters a sense of belonging and reassurance for Pacific students.Susnation SetaMon, 31 Mar
HealthEmpowering future leaders: MIT’s mentor scheme aims to elevate Pacific studentsManukau Institute of Technology’s unique mentorship programme fosters academic success and leadership skills among Pacific nursing students, addressing a critical shortage in the workforce.Khalia StrongThu, 20 Mar
EducationPacific university students level up with prep courseHundreds of indigenous and Pacific students kick off their tertiary journey with confidence, thanks to a summer bridging course designed to ease their transition to uni life.Khalia StrongMon, 03 Mar
EducationGround-breaking position significant for Pacific communitiesThe University of Otago has appointed Professor Dianne Sika-Paotonu as its first Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Pacific.Susnation SetaMon, 17 Feb
Health • Tonga Love for science inspires studies abroad From the Island of Ha‘apai in Tonga to Otago University, ‘Ana Lātū Vakasiuola is pursuing her dreams.Susnation SetaFri, 29 Nov
Health • TongaKo ‘ene manako ‘i he lesoni Saienisi na’a ne fakalotoa ia ke hoko atu ‘ene ako ‘i muli.Mei he ki’i motu ko Ha’apai ‘i Tonga ki he ‘Univesiti ‘o Otago, ‘oku hoko atu ai ‘e ‘Ana Latu Vakasiuola ‘a ‘ene feinga ako ke a’u ki he’ene taumu’a.Susnation SetaThu, 28 Nov
