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From Left to Right: Philippine Ambassador to New Zealand H.E. Kira Christianne Azucena and AUT Vice Chancellor Professor Damon Selesa.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT
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PHILIPPINE STUDIES HUB
PHILIPPINE STUDIES HUB
The Aukland University of Technology (AUT) has officially launched New Zealand’s first Philippine Studies Research, Training and Engagement Hub, formalized through a partnership between the Philippine Embassy and the university. Arriving just ahead of the 60th anniversary of bilateral relations in 2026, this interdisciplinary initiative marks a major milestone in strengthening academic and cultural ties between the two nations.
As a collaborative, cross-faculty project, the hub is dedicated to promoting inclusive research and supporting the Filipino student community within the context of Aotearoa New Zealand. By leveraging AUT’s global outlook, the partnership aims to create lasting educational outcomes and academic connections that benefit both Filipinos and New Zealanders.
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AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Founded in 1895 as a vocational night school, the institution evolved into the Auckland Technical Institute (ATI) by 1963. Along the way, it established a reputation for innovation by outperforming international benchmarks and hosting New Zealand’s first television broadcast in 1957, laying the groundwork for its rapid expansion into advanced tertiary education.
In 2025, AUT celebrates 130 years of history and its 25th anniversary as a university. Under Vice-Chancellor Professor Damon Salesa, the institution has matured into a globally connected hub of 150,000 alumni, prioritizing academic excellence alongside social inclusivity and Te Tiriti-led frameworks like Te Kete.
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