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NAU MAI, HAERE MAI, WELCOME
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During International Students’ Orientation, we’re here to help you prepare for
study, find your way around, meet new people, and have fun.
MAP KEY
There are heaps of activities, events, workshops, and tours on offer to help you get
settled in and have a smooth transition to university life and study. Check out the
1. International Student Experience—Level 2,
9. Mauri Ora (Student Health and Counselling)—
timetable in this guide or online, and be sure to get involved.
Easterfield building
Level 1, Student Union building
The International Student Experience team is here to help
The Mauri Ora team provides a range of confidential services
with all current international students’ needs.
to help students manage their physical and mental wellbeing.
2. Disability Services—Level 1, Robert Stout building
10. Wellbeing/rainbow and inclusion—The Bubble, Level 1,
Disability Services is a leading provider of disability advice,
Student Union building
expertise, and support.
Get some helpful tips, access resources, or attend a course
3. Student Interest and Conflict Resolution—Level 1,
or workshop to maintain a good level of wellbeing.
Robert Stout building
11. Victoria University of Wellington Students’ Association—
The Student Interest and Conflict Resolution team is a
Level 4, Student Union building
central point for students to receive advice and support
Victoria University of Wellington Students’ Association
about responding to threatening, inappropriate, and
(VUWSA) advocates provide professional, confidential, and
concerning behaviour.
independent student support to help you with academic
4. Chaplaincy—Ramsey House, 8 Kelburn Parade
issues, complaints, and accommodation problems, as well as
The team offers support to students as you need it, be that
employment and legal disputes.
prayer, a listening ear, a good laugh, or a cheese toastie.
12. University Accommodation Wellington—2 Waiteata Road
5. Student Finance—Level 1, Hunter building
Choose from a range of living options including catered halls
The student finance advisers provide confidential and
of residence or independent living close to campus in flats,
non-judgemental financial mentoring and budget advisory
apartments, or studios.
services to students.
13. Library—Rankine Brown building
6. Enrolment office—Level 1, Hunter building
The library provides excellent client-centred services, a
Student ID cards are issued by the Admission
supportive learning environment, and world-class resources.
and Enrolment Office.
14. Recreation centre/gym—Waiteata Road
7. Careers and Employment—Room HU120, Level 1,
University Recreation provides fitness, sports, and clubs
Hunter building
services for the campus and wider community.
Get connected with employers and the community, prepare
for your future employment, and get job-ready using our
advice and resources.
8. Student Learning—Level 0, Kirk building
Student Learning is passionate about supporting students
in their studies so that they can have a positive learning
experience while studying at university.
www.wgtn.ac.nz/students/support/international
International Student Support team
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THURSDAY 7 NOVEMBER
TOURS
Room numbers
Kelburn campus
Start
Finish Session
Venue
Order: Building code, lecture theatre (LT) if applicable, room
Take a tour of Kelburn campus anytime between 11 am and
9.15 am 10 am
Te Amaru—Disability Services new students’ VZ103
number (in a three-digit room number, the first numeral refers to
2 pm on Thursday. Meet at the campus tour information desk
welcome
the floor level)
on level 2, the Hub mezzanine.
10 am
11 am
University transition and success
KKLT303
Example: MCLT103 is lecture theatre 103 on level 1 of the
Ready to kick off your university adventure?
Get advice and study tips to set you up for
Maclaurin building; VZ513 is room 513 on level 5 of the
Kelburn Library tours
academic success. Plus, meet our Student
von Zedlitz building.
Available on Thursday at 11.10 am, 12.10 pm, and 1.10 pm. Meet
Success team—they’re here to support your
study journey.
at level 2, the Hub, outside the library entrance.
11 am
Noon
Using the Library
KKLT303
Find out about the physical libraries and
Recreation Centre tours
how to search for, find, and access the best
For all things sports, clubs, fitness, and wellbeing, take
resources for your assignments. We’ve got the
a tour of the Recreation Centre at 10 am or 2 pm on Thursday
tools and tips to help you succeed.
and Friday. Meet at the reception desk in the Recreation Centre.
Noon
1 pm
Academic expectations
KKLT303
Scan to
Our Student Learning team will explain what
see the
to expect when studying at the University
Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery
list of
and share useful tips to get your study off
sessions
Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery is your gallery on campus. Join
to a great start. You’ll also find out about
workshops, resources, and support for your
a tour of our current exhibition, Vaiei Tupuna, with manutaki—
studies.
director Sophie Thorn at 2 pm on Wednesday. Meet in the
TUESDAY 5 NOVEMBER
WEDNESDAY 6 NOVEMBER
Noon
1 pm
Postgraduate students’ welcome
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gallery foyer.
Join our postgraduate community and learn
You can also enjoy a tranquil visit any time between 11 am and
about the Postgraduate Students’ Association
(PGSA). Find out about the services offered
5 pm Tuesday to Sunday when exhibitions are on.
Start
Finish
Session
Venue
Start
Finish
Session
Venue
by the University, the PGSA, and the Victoria
9.15 am 9.30 am Registration—scan QR code
TTRLT1
9.30 am
10.30 am Know the culture—Māori language and
TTRLT1
University of Wellington Students’ Association
Sign in, collect an orientation schedule,
Kiwi slang
(VUWSA) that are designed to support you
TĪTOKO—CENTRE FOR
and meet new students and staff before
Dive into the rich cultural heritage of
in your research and studies. Connect with
the welcome session begins.
New Zealand by exploring the Māori
fellow postgraduate students over a delicious
STUDENT SUCCESS
bite to eat.
9.30 am 10.30 am International welcome session
TTRLT1
language and learning about Kiwi slang.
Welcome to Victoria University of
10.30 am 10.45 am Morning break
1 pm
2 pm
Get involved: Leadership programmes,
MCLT103
• Level 4, Murphy Building for Education, Humanities
Wellington! This session is a chance to hear
exchanges, sports, and clubs
and Social Sciences
10.45 am 11.30 am Academic expectations
TTRLT1
from the International Student Support
Find out how to get involved in the Wellington
Our Student Learning team will explain
team and get yourself orientated to
Plus programme, Wellington International
• CO144, Cotton Building for Health, Science and Engineering
what to expect when studying at the
Wellington and the University.
Leadership Programme, and Wellington
University and share useful tips to get
The Tītoko team provides front-line and ongoing assistance to
Global Exchange programme. Boost your CV,
10.30 am 10.45 am Morning break
your study off to a great start. You’ll also
broaden your horizons, and make friends in
students across all faculties and schools. They are a first point
10.45 am 11.15 am Get connected
TTRLT1
find out about workshops, resources, and
the vibrant Wellington community.
of contact for questions about studies, student administration,
Join us for this opportunity to meet other
support for your studies.
Plus, don’t miss out on what University
support services, and student life in general.
new students, form valuable connections,
11.30 am Noon
Renting privately
TTRLT1
Recreation Wellington has to offer. With a
and embark on a memorable and fulfilling
Renting a flat, or a room in a flat, while
range of fitness, sports, and club activities,
study journey together.
you’re studying in New Zealand can be
you’ll find the perfect way to stay active and
PASIFIKA STUDENT SUCCESS
11.15 am Noon
Student panel
TTRLT1
a great experience if you know your
engaged. A healthy body fuels a healthy
Hear from our students on a range of
rights and responsibilities. When renting
mind. Whether you’re joining a sports league
The team fosters learning and teaching communities in an
helpful topics. Get advice on updating
a property, you need to have a good
or trying out a yoga class, you’ll connect
your address and contact details, learn
understanding of tenants’ rights (or
with fellow students while supporting your
environment that celebrates Pasifika cultures, is welcoming
how to add/drop courses, and pay fees
renters’ rights).
academic journey. Let’s get moving and make
and safe, and is focused on academic excellence, personal
in Pūaha. Find out how to get around
Noon
1 pm
Lunch break
the most of your university experience!
in Wellington, learn how to check the
growth, and wellbeing.
Metlink timetable (public transport), and
1 pm
1.30 pm Campus tour and quiz
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1 pm
2 pm
Rainbow students’ meet and greet
Rainbow
The following spaces are available for all Pasifika students to use:
get tips on studying at VUW.
Enjoy a campus tour with our Uni Crew,
Meet Sterling, your rainbow and inclusion
room
adviser, and other rainbow students for a
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Noon
1 pm
Lunch break
where you’ll learn about services on
• CO145a, Cotton Building, Kelburn Campus
campus to support your study and find out
chat, hot drink, and snacks.
1 pm
2 pm
Insurance and visa session
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who you can ask for help.
2 pm
3 pm
Introduction to Mauri Ora and
MCLT103
• TTR107, Te Toki a Rata, Kelburn Campus
Join this session to learn everything you
1 pm
2.30 pm Services expo
TTR foyer
Manawa Ora
• VZ513, von Zedlitz Building, Kelburn Campus.
need to know about managing the visa
Come along to meet your student services
Join us for this introduction to Mauri Ora,
and insurance process while you study in
and representatives from student groups.
the student health and counselling services
Wellington.
They are here to support you during your
at the University, and Manawa Ora, the
2 pm
3 pm
Keeping safe—NZ Police
TTRLT1
time at the University.
University’s student wellbeing and health
Join us for this chance to meet the
promotion services. We’re here to support
2 pm
3 pm
Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery tour
Gallery
New Zealand Police and learn how to
your health and wellbeing during your
Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery is your
foyer
keep safe in New Zealand.
studies.
gallery on campus. Join a tour of our
3 pm
3.15 pm Afternoon break
current exhibition, Vaiei Tupuna, with
3 pm
4 pm
Mature students’ welcome
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manutaki—director Sophie Thorn.
Meet other students and learn more about
3.15 pm 3.45 pm Student Interest and Conflict Resolution TTRLT1
what to expect from your first year of study.
In this session, you’ll get an introduction
2.30 pm 3 pm
International Buddy Programme
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This session is for students who are starting
to the Student Interest and Conflict
afternoon tea
study more than two years after completing
Resolution team and find out how it can
Come along to meet your buddy and
their high school education.
support you.
learn about the International Buddy
Programme, which pairs new students
3 pm
4 pm
Student budgeting 101
MCLT103
3.45 pm 4.30 pm PhD students
TTRLT1
with returning students and helps them
Come along to our budgeting 101 session to
Come along to this session to meet other
adjust to university life in Wellington.
learn about the first steps of taking control of
PhD students and share knowledge and
your finances.
any concerns you might have.
3 pm
4.30 pm City tour
TTR foyer
Enjoy a city tour with Uni Crew to explore
4.30 pm 6.30 pm International welcome night
The Hub
well-known places in Wellington.
Join us for some fun activities and get to
know your fellow students. Pizza and drinks
will be provided.
