Victoria University of Wellington / May 2023
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When were the Dry Valleys of Antarctica last wet?
- Victoria University of Wellington
- It’s a question that’s long puzzled Antarctic researchers, but Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington adjunct lecturer Dr Marjolaine Verret may now have the answer.
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How to fix funding problems in early childhood education
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- We need to recognise the public good that early childhood education provides and commit to funding top quality services accessible to all families, argues Sue Cherrington.
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When renewable energy is not ‘green’ enough
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- Offsetting emissions by using common renewable energy technologies is no longer regarded as ‘green’, writes Dr Alex Lo.
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Introducing the people behind Campus Books
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- Campus Books leaseholder John Chisholm and manager Susan Murphy are looking forward to supporting the University’s staff and students with access to textbooks, giftware, greeting cards, and healthy snacks.
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University welcomes funding for Wellington Science City
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- Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington welcomes the funding announced in Budget 2023 to support the Wellington Science City initiative.
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NZ is finally making progress on child poverty—but a ‘no frills’ budget puts that at risk
- Victoria University of Wellington
- We’re not going to make further dents in child poverty without implementing bold support for families being left behind, argues Kate Prickett.
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From Building Science to Building Control
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Juggling full-time study as an adult student with being a mum is a difficult combo, but Bachelor of Building Science graduate Gemma Riley says anything is possible with a good wall planner.
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Celebrate May graduation with Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
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- Over 2,700 qualifications will be awarded at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington graduation ceremonies this week, as our graduates celebrate the successful completion of their studies.
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Giving back to the village
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- Graduand Nikita Woolnough will address the crowd at this week’s Graduation.
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“Just keep swimming”—the road to a PhD
- Victoria University of Wellington
- This week, mum of twins and clinical immunologist Georgina Bird graduates with her PhD—an achievement she says would never have been possible without the people backing her, and the women who inspire her.
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Architecture and Design students awarded industry accolades
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- Sixteen Wellington Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation—Te Wāhanga Waihanga-Hoahoa students have received awards from respected industry bodies.
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University launches Joint Institute in China
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- Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington will this year welcome the first cohort of students enrolled at a Joint Institute through a new partnership with China’s largest university.
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How we think about mental disorder matters a great deal
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Increased mental health awareness is one thing—but New Zealanders need greater mental health literacy too, explains Kristopher Nielsen.
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Hurdles ahead for winter health plan
- Victoria University of Wellington
- New health plan includes welcome initiatives, but their implementation won't be plain sailing, write Tara Officer and Karen McBride-Henry.
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We need to talk about white-collar crime
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- White-collar criminals benefit from leniency provisions in NZ law—why the disparity with other kinds of crime, ask Lisa Marriott and Edward Willis.
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The high cost of ‘disability-blind’ health policies
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- Disabled people carry the cost when healthcare services fail to recognise their needs, writes Professor Karen McBride-Henry.
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University student recognised as future thinker for second year running
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- Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington student Maria Walker has won the NZGBC Future Thinker of the Year 2023 award.
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University gets support towards sustainable energy use through the State Sector Decarbonisation Fund
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- Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington has received co-funding from the State Sector Decarbonisation Fund, administered by EECA (the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority), towards installing efficient LED lighting and replacing a fossil gas boiler system with a low-emissions alternative.
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Adam Art Gallery launches two new exhibitions
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery begins the autumn season with two new shows: In Relation: Performance Works by Peter Roche & Linda Buis 1979–1985 and Legacies: Five Short Films for Cinema by Edith Amituanai, Martin Sagadin, Ukrit Sa-nguanhai, Pati Tyrell, and Sriwhana Spong.
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University student awarded Prime Minister’s Future Scientist Prize
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Bachelor of Science student Benjy Smith has won the Prime Minister’s Te Puiaki Kaipūtaiao Ānamata Future Scientist Prize.
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Adam Art Gallery director to receive Higher Doctorate
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Art historian, writer, and curator Associate Professor Christina Barton MNZM will be awarded a Doctor of Literature from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington at its May 2023 graduation.
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Honorary Doctorate awarded to international economist
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- World-leading political economist Professor Robert Hunter Wade has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Commerce at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington’s May 2023 graduation ceremonies.
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Fantastic fun and fundraising for cancer at Relay for Life
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- With 91 runners and walkers raising nearly $11,000 for the Cancer Society, the Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington marquee at Trentham Racecourse was buzzing during the overnight event on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 April.
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Summer heatwaves producing ‘dramatic’ climate impacts, researchers say
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- Heatwaves are now happening more often as the climate warms.
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