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Te Ataata 2024 - Julie Stephen Chheng

Paris-based designer, illustrator and writer Julie Stephen Chheng is the 2024 Te Ataata artist in residence at AUT.

Climate crisis artwork on show in India

AUT’s Janine Randerson, Rachel Shearer and Stefan Marks head to India to present the audiovisual artwork Ngā Raraunga o te Mākū: the data of moisture.

A head start on life at university

Highschool leavers set to receive NCEA results next week, AUT’s message for Māori, Pacific and other students is tertiary education is within reach via AUT

Drug-free hay fever relief developed

A small, drug-free device – called Goodair Nosebuds – is one step closer to consumers thanks to a $1.65 million investment.

AUT’s newest Reeves Honorary Fellow

Peter Larmer has been made AUT’s newest Reeves Honorary Fellow in recognition of his contribution to AUT's leadership, development and reputation.

Entrepreneurs go head-to-head

The AUT Innovation Challenge competition was held to discover New Zealand’s most promising young entrepreneurs.

Samoa-based alumni meet AUT leader

AUT leaders celebrated the achievements of Samoan graduates at an alumni event in Samoa.

Graduate Fashion Show a runway success

Twenty-nine Bachelor of Design students showcased their collections before a 300-strong audience of friends, family, fashion industry and influencers.

New Professors and Associate Professors

AUT is proud to announce the promotion of 15 academics to Professor and 22 academics to Associate Professor.

AUT lights up for Diwali

AUT celebrated the immense contribution of its Indian community at its recent Diwali Festival