Key dates and events
Keep track of the academic calendar and find out what’s on around campus
Explore Orientation Week 2026
Find welcomes, campus tours, and events to help you settle in
Clubs and societies
Connect with your community and find support
Explore the Otago University Students’ Association (OUSA)
Sign up for student advocacy, events, and support services
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Browse clubs and societies
Find groups for sports, culture, politics, and hobbies
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Check out Critic Te Arohi
Catch up on campus news, reviews, and student opinion in the official magazine
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Stream Radio One 91.0FM
Tune in to Otago’s student radio station for music, news, and giveaways
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Get student startup support
Build practical business skills, develop startup ideas and connect with mentors
Sustainability and volunteering
Get involved, learn new skills, and make a difference
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Volunteer with UniCrew
Sign up for local volunteering opportunities in the community
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Visit Te Oraka thrift shop
Buy second-hand clothes or learn to mend your own gear
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Get involved in sustainability
Projects, volunteering, and leadership opportunities centred on reducing waste and preserving papatūānuku
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Explore the Social Impact Studio
Collaborate with other students on community projects and social change
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Explore Volunteer Service Abroad
Find opportunities to volunteer in the Pacific and beyond (VSA)
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Join Ignite Consultants
Provide pro-bono consulting for local non-profit organisations