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Let's stay connected!

If you are visiting this page because you have just completed one of our EXciting programmes, then woohoo, congratulations and well done you. But your journey doesn’t end here! Stay connected with academyEX and your classmates, to share ideas, explore exciting topics, and dive into discussions about the amazing future ahead.

Let's stay connected!

STAY IN TOUCH

Stay involved, stay ahead of the curve

Here are a few ways that you can keep the conversations going with academyEX and our alumni.

Continuing conversations at Converge

Keep the conversation and momentum going, stay in touch with your peers and meet others from the wider academyEX community through our Converge meet-ups.

Keep it social

Share updates from your own life, ask for help, post a job listing or mentor opportunity by joining us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Share your research

We love to celebrate our students' successes and share their amazing work. Check out He Rourou, our twice-yearly publication featuring inspiring research, achievements, and impact.

REQUEST YOUR TRANSCRIPT

Academic Transcripts and Letters of Completion

We know that sometimes you might need an academic transcript or letter of completion to provide evidence of your learning and completion of the programme.

To request an academic transcript or letter of completion, please complete the form below and our Academic Registrar will arrange to send this to you via My eQuals. Notification that your digital document is available in My eQuals will be sent to the email address you used when you enrolled with us.

For more information on My eQuals, please visit the
My eQuals website.

STAY IN THE KNOW

Perks for our people

As an academyEX alumni, you're a valued part of our community! You can enjoy a discount to join our Quarterly Briefings with Frances Valintine, where you’ll stay up to date with the latest news in technology, innovation, education and more.

Upcoming events

EXperience it for yourself, join us at an event!

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Converge Community Meetup

Keen on learning more about the innovative research happening at academyEX? Connect with us at Converge!

Designed as a dynamic hub to cultivate the research culture at academyEX, Converge is a safe and supportive environment where students, alumni, staff and industry professionals come together to collaboratively discuss and critique research ideas. It’s a great opportunity to learn and unlearn!

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Leadership
Lunch and Learn: Doing a Masters at academyEX
30 Apr 20251:30am NZST

Doing a Masters at academyEX: Your Future Starts Here

An online event exploring the Master of Technological Futures (MTF) and the Master of Change & Organisational Resilience (MCOR).

Looking for your next meaningful career development? This is your opportunity.

Join us online as we welcome you into the academyEX learning community.

This programme offers more than academic credentials. It provides practical tools for navigating tomorrow's challenges.

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AI
Education
AI for Educators Workshop
7 May 20255:00am NZST

Join Geri Harris - 'AI in Education' leader, senior lecturer, and AUT's director of business undergraduate programmes for an interactive masterclass designed to equip educators with practical tools, strategies, and insight into AI’s transformative role in teaching and learning.

This engaging session will explore how AI can support innovation in the classroom, enhance student engagement, and ensure curriculum remains aligned with evolving industry expectations. Whether you're teaching in higher education or leading programme design, you'll gain actionable strategies to use AI effectively and ethically in your practice.

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Max Wallace is EXceptional: Where Innovation Stories Come Alive
15 May 20251:30am NZST

Meet our Next EXceptional Voice

A quiet disruptor with a powerful message.

Max’s research into the career progression of LGBTQIA+, Takatāpui and MVPFAFF+ professionals in Aotearoa is both deeply personal and strategically urgent. In this episode, Max shares what it means to challenge systems from within and reimagine what inclusive leadership could look like.

Journey and Impact

Max’s work is grounded, courageous and full of care.

Through their Master’s research, they:

  • Investigated the hidden barriers faced by rainbow professionals

  • Created a comprehensive framework to address the Rainbow Ceiling

  • Offered practical, culturally responsive strategies for real change

  • Provided a clear path for organisations to lead with integrity and impact

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OUR PEOPLE

Meet the team

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Maheshi WadasingheCommunity Impact Lead
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Fuatino PeiluaAcademic Registrar
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Kellianne AptedAcademic Administrator

STUDENT STORIES - TODO

Words from our students

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3 useful metacognitive strategies to try with your students
Unlock the secret to transforming every student into a confident learner by harnessing the power of metacognition! Discover three dynamic strategies that will not only enhance critical thinking but also empower your classroom to thrive in knowledge application. Are you ready to revolutionise your teaching and inspire students to take charge of their own learning journey?
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