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Q&A – Alumnus redefines virtual travel

Meet Sean Mascarenhas, an AUT alumnus who is using virtual technology to change how we see travel.

Hollywood film technology now at AUT

AUT’s virtual production studio is open now, with technology used to create shows like The Mandalorian- now in the hands of today’s students.

Cook Islands Māori Language Week 2024

To mark Cook Islands Māori Language Week 2024, AUT alumnus Chrismange Elikana describes the importance of being grounded in the language of his homelands.

AUT appoints five Professor Emeriti

Vice-Chancellor Professor Damon Salesa, on behalf of the AUT Council, has awarded the honorary title of Professor Emeritus to five professors.

Why anti-gang patch policies backfire

Despite the connection between institutional harm and gang membership, the government seems unlikely to soften its “get tough on crime” policies.

Having faith in spirituality at work

Professor Kate Kearins reflects on how spirituality, in all its diverse cultural, religious, and non-religious dimensions, can foster unity at work.

Is Deadpool & Wolverine the hit needed?

Deadpool and Wolverine is entertaining but it likely won't cure our superhero fatigue, writes Professor Lorna Piatti-Farnell.

PM opens AUT’s newest building

AUT’s newest building, Tukutuku, was officially opened today by the Prime Minister, the Rt Hon. Christopher Luxon.

Enhancing education for young Samoans

Research led by AUT academics shows how to enhance early childhood education for Samoan pepe meamea (infants and toddlers).

Algorithm predicts Olympic Sevens' win

Who will take home medals in Paris this year? Professor Niven Winchester’s sports algorithm makes informed predictions about the medal tally.