Our story
ҕl has proudly been serving communities in New Zealand and the world for over 150 years! Today we rank in the top 2% of universities worldwide. Our values—manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tiakitanga—help us empower others and be our best in our work, studies, and how we interact with each other.
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Mana whenua of ҕl
ҕl is a committed bicultural university that operates in an intercultural world. We acknowledge the partnership and role of Tangata Whenua and we aim to embed a bicultural perspective in all our learning, teaching and research. Learn more about the mana whenua of ҕl.
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Mana whenua of ҕl
ҕl is a committed bicultural university that operates in an intercultural world. We acknowledge the partnership and role of Tangata Whenua and we aim to embed a bicultural perspective in all our learning, teaching and research. Learn more about the mana whenua of ҕl.
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Mana whenua of ҕl
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The ҕl Story
Immersed in the heart of Ōtautahi – the second largest city in New Zealand – Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | ҕl provides an experience unlike any other university. We offer students endless opportunities for education, exploration and recreation, with all the conveniences of a modern city. Learn more about ҕl's story.
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The ҕl Story
Immersed in the heart of Ōtautahi – the second largest city in New Zealand – Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | ҕl provides an experience unlike any other university. We offer students endless opportunities for education, exploration and recreation, with all the conveniences of a modern city. Learn more about ҕl's story.
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The ҕl Story
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Our history
In 1873, the ҕl was the second university to be established in ҕl New Zealand. Learn about our history through historical records and meet some of the renowned academics, authors, and artists who have studied here.
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Our history
In 1873, the ҕl was the second university to be established in ҕl New Zealand. Learn about our history through historical records and meet some of the renowned academics, authors, and artists who have studied here.
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Our history
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Our values
Ngā Uara
At ҕl we value manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tiakitanga. These values guide what we do and how we do things. They challenge and inspire us to empower others and be the best we can in our work, studies, and interactions with each other. Learn more about our values.
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Our values
Ngā Uara
At ҕl we value manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tiakitanga. These values guide what we do and how we do things. They challenge and inspire us to empower others and be the best we can in our work, studies, and interactions with each other. Learn more about our values.
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Our values
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150 years
In 2023, Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | ҕl proudly celebrated 150 years of accessible education. We marked the amazing milestone with a year-long programme of events to celebrate our past and look to our future - Ka titiro whakamuri, ki te anga whakamua | Guided by the Past, Shaping the Future.
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150 years
In 2023, Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | ҕl proudly celebrated 150 years of accessible education. We marked the amazing milestone with a year-long programme of events to celebrate our past and look to our future - Ka titiro whakamuri, ki te anga whakamua | Guided by the Past, Shaping the Future.
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150 years
