

University of Auckland alumni start-up Kami named one of the world’s top 100 companies
EdTech company Kami has been named by TIME as one of the world’s top 100 most influential companies of 2022. They are listed in the ‘leaders’ category alongside companies such as Spotify, Sony, Impossible Foods and Airbnb.
Support New Zealand’s entry to RISE global sustainability awards
Delta Waterways, a start-up founded by University of Auckland and Auckland University of Technology students, is representing New Zealand on the global stage for the Real Impact on Society and Environment (RISE) showcase and awards.
CIE community invited to check out ABI’s new $200k Robocut wire-cut electrical discharge machine
The Auckland Bioengineering Institute has purchased a shiny new toy - and they can’t wait to play with it!
University of Auckland alumni shine at NZ Hi-Tech Awards
University of Auckland alumni have crowded this year’s NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalists list, with alumni present in every category. The NZ Hi-Tech Awards celebrate New Zealand’s most successful hi-tech companies and highest achieving individuals.
Explaining the Velocity Innovation Challenge – The power of a great idea
The University of Auckland’s annual Velocity Innovation Challenge, which gives students and staff the opportunity to win $1,000 for 1,000 words articulating an idea for a start-up, is now open. Director of the Business School’s Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Darsel Keane explains why the competition exists.
Staff Profile: Naomi Bradshaw, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Engagement Manager
CIE’s Engagement team, led by Innovation and Entrepreneurship Engagement Manager Naomi Bradshaw, is dedicated to empowering this community, and connecting University of Auckland students, staff, and the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem with opportunities to unleash their potential.
University of Auckland alumna knits rainbow leg warmers for Boy Walking sculpture
University of Auckland alumna Jo McDonald Hooker took up knitting during lockdown to ease anxiety and have something to do while watching “terrible reality shows.” Since then, her work has been showcased all around Tāmaki Makaurau including on the legs of the iconic Boy Walking sculpture at Potter’s Park.
Is Tall Poppy Syndrome holding New Zealand back?
Help researchers uncover strategies to support New Zealand’s tall poppies in all fields of endeavour. Complete this 3-5 minute survey.
Staff Profile: Nancy Jones, Executive Assistant
CIE is dedicated to helping the University to develop savvy, entrepreneurial graduates to ensure New Zealand’s longer-term economic, social and environmental prosperity. Keeping the CIE engine running smoothly on a daily basis is Executive Assistant Nancy Jones.
Community of creators launch University of Auckland Maker Club
The University of Auckland Maker Club is dedicated to gathering makers of all abilities and backgrounds to learn from each other, share ideas, and of course, bring those ideas to life.
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