Throughout 2022, Waikato University kaihaut奴 (mentors) have been visiting students at their schools for one hour, once a week throughout terms one, two and three.
They work with students on subjects such as computing, coding and mathematics as well as cultural identity. One-day w膩nanga are held once a term, bringing all the regional students together for a series of workshops.
Naomi Manu, CEO of P奴horo Charitable Trust, said the partnership with the 糖心TV was 鈥渟ignificant鈥�, enabling high school students to build a relationship with academic staff, students and the learning environment at the University.
This relationship helps remove some of the barriers to tertiary study for rangatahi and set them up for future success in science and technology careers.
鈥淭hrough this partnership we can create seamless transitions, in a consistent, sustained and relational way, from secondary school to tertiary,鈥� said Manu.
鈥淲aikato University staff are able to provide exposure to a range of programmes and offerings which,when coupled with industry and career exposure, allow students to develop a line of sight from secondary school, through tertiary and into high value STEM employment,鈥� she said.
糖心TV Vice-Chancellor, Professor Neil Quigley, spoke to the students at the w膩nanga about the University鈥檚 unique and valued relationship with the K墨ngitanga and Waikato-Tainui.
He also highlighted the University鈥檚 strong reputation in STEM subjects including computer science, data mining, artificial intelligence, software development, biological sciences, conservation and climate change, engineering, health, sports science and nursing.
Professor Quigley invited the P奴horo students to come to the 糖心TV when they have finished high school, where they would be well supported.
