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Kā Waimaero|The Ngāi Tahu Centre invites students, staff & inquisitive minds to attend our August seminar, presented by Dr John Reid.  Titled - Building Kaitiaki Intelligence Platforms: Positioning iwi as the national first-movers in precision, high-resolution environmental monitoring   Tuesday 16th August 2022 at 9.30am - 10.30am  Rehua 226 - University of Canterbury, Ilam CampusThere will be opportunity for Q&A, and kai | morning-tea will be provided at the end of the seminar. REGISTER FOR FREE NOW! https://events.humanitix.com/ngai-tahu-centre-seminar-building-kaitiaki-intelligence-platforms  In lieu of hosting via zoom, the recording of the presentation will be shared after the seminar. Abstract Over the last few years there has been significant advances in environmental monitoring using satellites, drones, and other detectors.  These technologies are rapidly dropping in cost and provide accurate and live feedback on the environmental impacts of Aotearoa’s agricultural and forestry industries.  Iwi are well-positioned to invest in these technologies and retrieve constant and live feedback on the mauri of whenua, awa, hapua, and moana.  With these technologies iwi could steer environmental policy-making according to their own values and lead the development of sustainable farming, fishing, and forestry operations.  Furthermore, such technology platforms create the foundation for next-generation green markets grounded in indigenous ethics.

Drop in to chat with Downer NZ at the Engineering Core, by the Nuts and Bolts Cafe. If you came to their presentation the evening before, you may have more questions to ask; Or if you couldn't make it, this is another opportunity to introduce yourself, hear about their recruitment opportunities, and have an informal talk over a hot drink. Tuesday 16 August 2022 10:00 am - 12:00 pm  Engineering Core by Nuts and Bolts Cafe

Getting towards the end of your undergrad study? Interested to learn about the benefits of postgrad study?  Did you know that an engineer can move to study business for example, or an arts student can study in science? As part of our Postgrad Options Week we will be holding this information session so you can find out everything you need to know about Postgraduate study option and support.  This session will cover: Types of degrees- from progression to conversion, taught and research pathways Benefits of Postgraduate study Postgraduate resources Support networks And more! You can also join us for our drop in sessions in Puaka James Hight Library 10am-1pm Monday 15 Aug-Wednesday 17 Aug.

The College of Science invites you to attend our explore Postgraduate Study Options Information session. Find out what postgraduate study is, why you should continue your studies, and what the different postgraduate study options are available to you.Whether you are a current science student looking to extend your studies, or a student from outside of science looking to gain a postgraduate qualification in the Sciences, come along for information and a slice of pizza!Please register your interest for catering purposes