Welcome to Waikato Hamilton schedule of events
17–21 February 2025
Get ready for university study with our specialised Welcome to Waikato Week.
Discover your campus, connect with support teams, and get familiar with our systems and spaces through essential presentations, information sessions, and fun social activities.
We’ll help you feel confident and ready for an amazing university experience.
Check the schedule often as it may change. You'll be able to see if the event is required, or recommended:
- Required: all students should attend
- Recommended: attendance optional, but we recommend it!
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Hamilton schedule
Friday 21 February
| Time | Event | Location | Details |
| 9am–5pm | Accessibility Lounge | Te Manawa, M.1.42 |
Recommended for students who self-identify as needing accessibility support. Our Accessibility Services team welcome you to drop in and hang out in the Accessibility Lounge during the week of Welcome to Waikato activities. Each day we'll be hosting sessions about the service including meeting some of the team, taking a look at the software available to support your learning and more. |
| 9–10am | Waikato Students' Union Breakfast on The Green | The Village Green |
Available for all students. Join Waikato Students' Union (WSU) for some free food before you start your day! |
| 10–11am | Reconnect to study | MSB.1.20 |
Are you returning to study after a break? Meet other students and staff who can support your study success, over a cuppa. Both undergrad and postgrad students welcome. |
| 11am–12pm | Accessibility Service drop-in: Meet our team | Te Manawa, M.1.42 (Accessibility Lounge) |
Recommended for students who self-identify as needing accessibility support. Meet the Accessibility Services Team in the Accessibility Lounge. |
| 12–1pm | WSU Lunch | The Village Green |
Available for all students. Head to The Village Green for some free food thanks to the Waikato Students' Union (WSU). |
| 2–3pm | Read&Write software* | Te Manawa, M.1.42 (Accessibility Lounge) |
Recommended for students who self-identify as needing accessibility support. Learn about the Read&Write software available to support students with additional learning requirements. Come to the Accessibility Lounge to hear how this can help you. |
| 4–7pm | Free Pick-up Sport Sessions | UniRec Sports Hall |
Recommended for all students. Free social sport sessions open to all students.
Students show up, make teams with others and play in casual games. |