Warm Pacific greetings everyone, and welcome to Term Four! I hope you all had an awesome break, full of family time, rest, and fun. I want to kick things off by giving a big shoutout to...
Warm Pacific greetings everyone, and welcome to Term Four! I hope you all had an awesome break, full of family time, rest, and fun. I want to kick things off by giving a big shoutout to our Pacific graduates who attended the University and Pacific graduation ceremonies last term. It was so uplifting to see our people reaching such amazing milestones in their journeys.
I’m also excited to welcome and congratulate our newly elected UCSA Pacific Representative for 2025, Tumaru Mataio-Togia! From next year, Tumaru will be your voice, making sure our Pacific student community is heard and represented in decisions at UC | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha. Huge congratulations, Tumaru!
As we dive into this final term of the year, the UCSA and Pacific Development Team have some awesome events lined up just for you. Make sure to keep an eye on our socials so you don’t miss out!
Term Four can be a busy and challenging time for many of our students, so please take full advantage of the support services available. Be sure to check out the links below for more information.
That’s it from me—it’s been a pleasure working with you all this year. Let’s finish strong and make the most of this final term!
Vinaka vakalevu,
Ezra
UCSA Pacific Representative
UPCOMING EVENTS
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DATE |
LOCATION |
| PASS Study Skills |
Thursday 26th September |
Fale |
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Thursday 3rd October |
Lali Room |
| End-of-Year BBQ |
Friday 18th October |
TBC |
| Study Sessions |
Monday 21st October |
TBC |
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Friday 25th October |
TBC |
Mental Health Awareness Week – Kava Session
26th September - Undercroft 101
Grab a ticket and get a taste of Fiji!
UCFIJI will be hosting our very own Kava Night to not only celebrate the amazing year it’s been, but to also bring our vuvale together to enjoy a taste of home. Come join us for an amazing night full of food, music, and most importantly, kava! Don't miss out on this opportunity to have a fun and relaxing evening with your friends, so make sure to keep your calendar free.
Can't wait to see you there!! Ticket link here.
UPCOMING PACIFIC LANGUAGE WEEKS:
Event: International Fashion Show – MODELS WANTED
Showcasing cultural fashion across UC, this event is not one to be missed! Join us on October 3rd from 6.30-9pm in the Ngaio Marsh, for this special evening.
The event organisers are recruiting for both volunteers for planning and executing the event, as well as models to showcase traditional costumes. For more info, visit the link below.
Volunteering sign-up form: https://forms.gle/aVL7MZtgmpUbtcXm6
Need Support?
The UCSA offer a range of services that are independent of UC, and our friendly team can support you to navigate the university system or work with you if you need welfare support.
The A&W team can help with:
- Advocacy
- Class Reps
- Dental
- Financial Assistance
- Pathseekers Programme
- Student Assistance
- Wellbeing
The services are available free of charge to all currently enrolled UC students. Students who access the service have several rights and responsibilities. This year we are excited to announce, that the UCSA has expanded its dental coverage so be sure to grab a voucher, released online every Monday at 8:30 (limited quantities are released each week so get it early).
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Wellbeing Advice
Read blogs from our Advocacy and Welfare Team. Topics cover budgeting tips and where to get legal help if needed.
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Suggestion Box
Got an idea for the Student Exec? Want to vote on other students’ ideas?
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Menstruation Emergency
If you're caught without, our M.E. service can help with a tampon or pad to get you through your day.
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Optometry Discount
The UCSA has partnered with Specsavers Riccarton to provide UC students with $10 eye exams and 25% off glasses! (T&Cs apply.)
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