Alumni news

AI and visual effects: does it work?

Lionsgate’s partnership with AI startup Runway has sparked concerns about whether visual effects will lose their ‘human touch’ with AI.

AUT winners at Best Awards 2024

This year at the 2024 Best Awards, staff and students achieved an incredible 48 pins, surpassing AUT’s record performance from last year.

High placing in trans-Tasman cook-off

An AUT culinary arts student has done well in a trans-Tasman live cook-off competition for apprentice and young chefs.

Pacific commitment highlighted

AUT strategy includes the University’s place in Aotearoa and in the Pacific and aspirations to make a positive and lasting contribution for our region.

Talking with trailblazers – a kōrero/talanoa

Hosted by the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, this year’s kōrero/talanoa highlighted the growth of Māori and Pacific entrepreneurs in New Zealand.

Niue Language Week 2024

As part of Niue Language Week 2024, an AUT Bachelor of Communication Studies alumnus shares his language learning journey.

Gold medallist wins major Blue Award

The 2024 AUT Blue Awards saw Dame Lisa Carrington present her Olympic team-mate and AUT student, Tara Vaughn, with the Female Athlete of the Year Award.

Fijian Language Week 2024

As part of Fijian Language Week 2024, an AUT Bachelor of Communication Studies graduate shares his language learning journey.

Can a $5 T-shirt ever be ethical?

Everyone loves a deal, but can a $5 t-shirt ever be ethical? Probably not, says Lisa McEwan, AUT senior lecturer in design for sustainability and fashion.

Concussion has massive impact on jobs

A new study highlights the impact of concussions on Kiwis’ earnings and employment; showing even a mild brain injury can lead to long-term loss of income.