Category Archives: Student Success

Opportunities and advice for making the most of your time at UC, as well as stories featuring students who are excelling in their field.

What’s on this month for wellbeing?

UC Wellbeing is here to support your hauora – your overall wellbeing – while you’re studying at UC. Whether it’s tips to manage stress, ways to stay active, or events that help you connect with others, we are here to support you.

We run regular activations, workshops, and events throughout the year – so there’s always something happening! Want to know what’s coming up? Keep an eye on our socials to keep updated!

To see what’s happening this month check out the calendar below. You can find more information on the posters in and outside of The Living Room (next to the bookshop) – A space where you can go and take a break between your studies anytime from  9am – 4pm on weekdays.

Take care,

UC Student Wellbeing

Introducing Student Notices – UC News, for you!

There’s a new addition to News and Events on the UC website. 

Student Notices is your go-to space for important updates that apply specifically to your experience as a UC student; readily available from the UC website. 

You can expect to see news about:  

You’ll also enjoy quick access to the Current Students page – your UC directory. 

What’s happening with Tūpono?
Tūpono’s not going anywhere, but it’ll become a noticeboard for faculty, department, school, course updates, promotions and more – keep an eye out for an updated look and feel in the near future.  

The biggest change? The monthly Tūpono newsletter is ending, with the final edition releasing mid-April. 

With Student Notices just a click away you’ll always be in the know, wherever and whenever you need it. 

Check it out and add it to your bookmarks today! 

2025 UC Global Leaders Programme

Apply for the 2025 UC Global Leaders Programme now!

  • Develop your leadership skills and intercultural competence.
  • Discover and cultivate your inner strength.
  • Contribute to the UC student community through service.
  • Build lasting academic, professional and social connections within Aotearoa New Zealand.

This programme is open to domestic and international students from all levels of study. Click here to find out more information.

The applications close at midnight on Wednesday, March 12. Please contact Mengping at mengping.cheng@canterbury.ac.nz for any questions.

The UC Global Leaders Programme is brought to you by UC Global Engagement, in partnership with UCSA.

Global Leaders Programme Poster