NZ Sign Language Classes – Semester 2 2025

Te Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service offers a short, introductory, skill-based New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) course, which is open to all UC students and staff.

No previous NZSL experience is required. Attendees have the option of further developing their NZSL through two more follow up courses at UC, or contacting other providers of community-based courses – further information will be given at the end of this course.

Participants are taught:

  • The finger-spelling alphabet
  • Numbers 0-20
  • Basic phrases
  • Everyday and university-specific vocabulary
  • Basic grammar
  • Deaf culture
  • Helpful NZSL tips

Every Thursday in Term 3 – August 22, 12:30pm-1:30pm BOOK NOW

Every Thursday in Term 4, July 15 – August 19, 5pm-6pm BOOK NOW

The total price for this 6-class course is $60 incl GST. 

NZSL Classes are taught by Julie Fraser, Sign Equity Ltd.

Scheduled Building Condition Surveys 26 – 30 May: Library Warehouse; Glasshouses

Facilities Management Building Surveyors will be undertaking Building Surveys on multiple buildings between Monday 26 May and Friday 30 of May 2025.

If you see staff in spaces across Campus during that time, it is likely that they will be the surveyors who will be following all working at heights and other safety protocol. If you are at all concerned, please contact UC Security tel:0800823637.

The purpose of the UC Building surveys is to complete a full visual assessment of the condition of the interior and exterior of the building. Surveyors will ensure that any photographs taken during the assessment are of the building and that persons are not identifiable in the photographs.

Your support in ensuring that spaces are tidy and open for inspection will be appreciated.

Please direct any enquiries to fmassist@canterbury.ac.nz.

Thank you for your consideration as we undertake these required building surveys.

Facilities Management

Matariki Night Market- You’re Invited!

Matariki Puaka Night Market

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year, with our Matariki Puaka Night Market

Come along and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of te ao Māori. We’ll have a delicious variety of kai stalls, live music and performances, and plenty of opportunities to experience the rich culture and traditions of Aotearoa. Whether you’re there for the food, the entertainment, or simply to chill out with friends and whānau, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

📅 Wednesday 4 June
🕠 5:30–8:00PM
📍 Haere-Roa, UCSA Building (90 Ilam Rd)

This is a whānau-friendly, inclusive event – nau mai, haere mai! It’s the perfect chance to take a break from study, connect with the community, and celebrate the Māori New Year in a warm and welcoming space.

Let’s come together to share in the stories, flavours, and festivities of Matariki!