University of Waikato creating impact with new Company-X partnership
A new partnership with Hamilton-based software experts Company-X will open pathways for researchers to have impact in industry.
Alumni & Friends | Ngā Hoa Pīrata
Join our vibrant alumni and friends community at University of Waikato. Stay connected, access exclusive benefits, and celebrate your success with us.
We welcome the University of Waikato's graduates, staff and friends to our alumni and friends community. We encourage you to stay in touch with us as we seek to connect you with valuable learning opportunities to increase your knowledge and help you in your careers.
Annual Appeal: Celebrating 60 years of excellence
We've come a long way in 60 years; imagine what we can achieve in the next 60. With just 60 seconds of your support, you can help shape our future. Take a minute; donate to our Annual Appeal.
Distinguished Alumni Awards
The University of Waikato celebrates and honours graduates who have made outstanding contributions to their professions or communities by presenting them with a Distinguished Alumni Award.
Stay connected | Whakapiri Mai
We love hearing from our alumni. Connect with us and keep your details up-to-date so we can share news and celebrate your future success.
Meet our alumni
Alumni Benefits
Library and database access
Alumni can join the Library free of charge. This includes in-person borrowing and access to a set of library databases specifically licensed for alumni use.
Academic transcripts
Alumni can access digital versions of academic transcripts and graduation documents through the My eQuals platform or by contacting Student Services.
Careers and employment services
Careers Development Services offer a range of career development tools to support and enhance your employability skills and to refine your personal brand.
Past graduation programmes
Each year, hundreds of new alumni join our community at graduation ceremonies. You can view copies of the University of Waikato's graduation programmes from 1967.
Wear Waikato proud
Show your friends you are Waikato proud with merchandise and memorabilia. Choose from hoodies, tracksuits, accessories or get one of each.
Te Pou Taunaki Foundation
We welcome and encourage donations from anyone with an active interest in Waikato University — including alumni, staff, students and members of the community.
Further study
Whether you want to gain new professional qualifications, pursue a personal ambition or change your career, the University has plenty of options for further study.
Reminiscing
The University opened in 1964 after years of lobbying by a group of Hamilton locals, determined to improve their city. Today, we have thousands of students and more than 90,000 graduates.
UniRec discount
Keep active at UniRec gym. As a Waikato alumni, you can enjoy 10% off a community membership. Free seven day trials are also available.
Graduate Destination Survey
The Graduate Destination Survey brings together information on University of Waikato graduate’s experience at the university post-graduation. It aims to gather information which can be used to better our services and learn how to better support students through their learning journey.
Experience - 2023 Completers
90% - Satisfied with the quality of their course of study
69% - Satisfied with the non-academic/non-teaching support
87% - Believe that their experience has been worthwhile
69% - Felt that UoW prepared them well for employment
Employment - 2023 Completers
90% - Employed or studying towards another qualification
84% - Working in role/industry related to qualification
70% - Satisfied WIL prepared them for their chosen industry
$60-$69k - Average Salary for a UoW Graduate
Graduate Destination Survey Result Summaries
News
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University of Waikato marks 60 years by honouring outstanding alumni
The Distinguished Alumni Awards were held in The Pā on 19 September to celebrate three award recipients and the University celebrating 60 years since its opening.
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University of Waikato celebrates alumni in King's Birthday Honours
Six Waikato alumni have been acknowledged for their achievements and community contributions in this year’s 2024 King’s Birthday Honours.
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Celebrating 60 years alongside Waikato University Alumni Olympians
The University of Waikato Alumni and Friends hosted some of its Olympic sporting alumni last week in celebration of the University’s 60th anniversary.
Contact us
Alumni & Friends | Ngā Hoa Pīrata
Level 1, Student Centre, Gate 5, Hamilton.