We're gearing up for an awesome start to semester one 2025!

We can't wait to welcome you to campus and have set up a series of fab orientation events for new and returning students. 

Come along and get involved - there's something for everyone.


Thursday 13 February - Sensory Friendly Welcome Day

Description: If a quieter, low sensory experience is more comfortable for you, this intro session will be ideal. We will be making The Hub as calm and quiet as possible. You'll have a chance to tour The Hub, speak with support staff, ask questions, get your ID card and get information you need about studying with us.

Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus (near Student Success)

Time: 10.00am-11.30am and 1.00pm-2.30pm (you only need to come to one session but are very welcome to come to both) 

Please email accessibility@op.ac.nz to RSVP for a session so we have a good idea of numbers (don't worry if you don't RSVP, please just drop by anyway)


Friday 14 February - Te Hongonga Ākonga 

Description: Our Māori student powhiri. 

Location: Ōtākou Marae 

Time: From 9.00am 


Monday 17 February - Mihi Whakatau 

Description: Welcoming all new students to Otago Polytechnic. 

Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus

Time: From 9.00am

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Tuesday 18 February - Warm Welcome 

Description: A great chance to find out all about the support services available to you. Plus, there's a free BBQ, music, giveaways and prizes. 

Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus 

Time: 11.00am-1.30pm 

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Tuesday 25 February - OPSA presents: Recreation Day and Ice Cream 

Description: Find out all about the different recreational options available to you as a student - from the Uni's Clubs and Socs, to Unipol and our own Tapuae Gym, there's something fun for everyone to take part in. Plus, there'll be ice cream!

Location: The Hub and courtyard, Dunedin Campus 

Time: 11.00am-1.30pm

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Tuesday 4 March - OPSA presents: Taco Tuesday 

Description: Free tacos! Need we say more?

Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus 

Time: 12.00pm-1.00pm

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Tuesday 11 March - Soup, buns and activities 

Description: Grab some kai and get involved in some light-hearted activities - bring your course mates along for a free lunch with a bit of fun on the side!

Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus 

Time: 12.00pm-1.00pm

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Tuesday 18 March - Mac 'n' cheese and activities 

Description: Grab some kai and get involved in some light-hearted activities - bring your course mates along for a free lunch with a bit of fun on the side!

Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus 

Time: 12.00pm-1.00pm

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Published on 14 Jan 2025

Orderdate: 14 Jan 2025
Expiry: 14 Jan 2027