The University was founded on principles of accessible education, service to the community, and the encouragement of talent without barriers, says Assistant Vice-Chancellor Engagement Brett Berquist. Through Te Kakau a Mui, more than 300 students have begun their tertiary education at UC, building a living legacy that stays true to the vision of UCs founders.
Te Kakau a Mui provides students with comprehensive pastoral support along with full tuition. It puts students in an environment where they get exposed to further education formal and social that they can carry forward into the world.
The enrichment programme focuses on career pathway planning, success coaching, and building a community of support. Students are connected through social hubs called homebases to build bonds and create a deeper sense of belonging.
Ashlin says she would struggle without the support programme. The homebase is like a safety net where you can go for guidance. My homebase leader has been very helpful in the transition to university life. She adds that Senior Success Coach Angus Howat is there for everyone in the programme and makes sure we are all doing okay.泭泭
In a recent article for Times Higher Education, Howat wrote: Authentic connection to the campus, to people, and to purpose is critical to any new student support programme, particularly if an aim is to reduce the success equity gap.
Ashlins dream of tertiary education, along with that of many other rangatahi (young people), was made possible through the commitment from our community members.泭
