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
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
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
Tuesday 4 March - OPSA presents: Taco Tuesday
Description: Free tacos! Need we say more?
Location: The Hub, Dunedin Campus
Time: 12.00pm-1.00pm
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
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
Published on 14 Jan 2025
Orderdate: 14 Jan 2025
Expiry: 14 Jan 2027