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Waikato now ranked 235 globally
The 2025 QS World University rankings have been released and Waikato now ranks within the top 3 in New Zealand.
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Changes to Hamilton campus parking The University of Waikato has reviewed parking services at its Hamilton campus and is making changes to its parking system for staff and students that will include increasing parking fees. 02 Oct 2024 -
Biomechanics expert recognised as outstanding educator University of Waikato biomechanics expert Dr Kim Hébert-Losier has been awarded a prestigious Te Whatu Kairangi – Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Award from Ako Aotearoa. 02 Oct 2024 -
Art History scholar and academic leader joins Waikato as Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic The University of Waikato has appointed Professor Jennifer Milam as Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, effective 4 November. News 30 Sep 2024 -
University of Waikato welcomes step towards third medical school Read the University's media release following the Government's completion of an initial cost-benefit analysis. News 28 Sep 2024
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Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts Lunchtime Recital Series Wednesday 04 Sep - Wednesday 09 Oct 2024 Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts || Concert Chamber -
Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts Carnival of the Animals - Kiwis Musical Journey Saturday 12 Oct 2024 Dr John Gallagher Concert Chamber || Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts -
Engineering Waikato Engineering Design Show Wednesday 16 Oct - Thursday 17 Oct 2024 The Pā, University of Waikato, Hamilton Campus -
School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences Nerdfest 2024 Thursday 31 Oct 2024 The Pā
Waikato climbs global rankings
The University of Waikato has climbed a further 15 places to 235 in the latest 2025 QS World University Rankings, which also places it in the top three universities in New Zealand.
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