Alumni news

Office gossip: more than idle chatter

Though office gossip is traditionally frowned upon and branded as unproductive or even deviant, new research paints a more complex picture of gossip.

Trust in news declines rapidly in 2024

The latest Trust in News report shows a rapid decline in trust in 2024, despite high interest in news.

Earthquake innovations tested in China

Earthquake innovations by AUT Associate Professor Shahab Ramhormozian and collaborators were tested on one of the world’s largest shake tables.

Supporting New Zealand’s newest Kiwis

We spoke to Mireille Weldschidt, Senior Manager of the Refugee Education Centre, to find out more about AUT’s role in the resettlement process.

New community-centred oral health clinic

Students and staff gathered at the AUT South Campus for a blessing ceremony for a new oral health clinic for the community in South Auckland.

Brand activism and business success

Jessica Vredenburg highlights the significance of brand activism, revealing 70% of consumers expect brands to publicly stand for sociopolitical issues.

What’s next for broadcast news?

With the imminent end of TVNZ’s Sunday program, and Warner Bros. Discovery shutting its Newshub operation, what’s next for New Zealand’s broadcast media?

New name, continued focus for institute

The launch of AUT’s NZ Policy Research Institute | Te Kāhui Rangahau Mana Taurite marks a renewed commitment to doing research that matters.

AUT sells sports technology overseas

Two sports tech inventions developed by AUT’s School of Sport and Recreation have just been launched internationally.

NZ justice system must be transformed

New AUT research shows a trauma-informed approach is needed to support people moving through the justice system.