Pasifika support at OP
This website is your Pasifika space, to offer support and information to help you succeed on your study journey.
Warm Pacific greetings!
As your Pasifika Advisors at OP, we are your go-to people for everything while you are studying with us. Part of our role is ensuring that our Pasifika learners are supported and removing any barriers you may have to learning. So, do not hesitate to pop in to see us, (our office is located in the Hub), send a text, email or phone. We would love to hear from you, and it would be a privilege to work alongside you, whether you are a distance learner or at one of our campuses. Make sure you explore the rest of the Pasifika Learners website for some useful resources.
Meet other Pasifika learners while studying at OP.
Otago Polytechnic Pasifika Learner Support
Introduction
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Pasifika Support Advisor
Located in Student Success, the Hub, Ground Floor, H Block, Dunedin Campus.
How we can help list
OP wants to support all our Pasifika learners, check out the services and resources below:
Your home away from home space. This is where you will meet other Pasifika students for networking and studying together. Check updates on what’s on via our Facebook page – OP Pasifika Students.
Located in Dunedin Campus, G Block, Room G107.
Otago Polytechnic Students’ Association (OPSA) is also a one stop shop for all students. From student IDs, to advocating, to help with general guidance regarding flatting issues… and much more!
Find out more about OPSA at OP or visit their website www.opsa.org.nz
You can make an appointment to see one of the Learning Advisors if you need help with assignments, essays, math or other learning needs. Drop by the Student Success office in The Hub or book an appointment online.
Visit the Learning support section of the website for a wealth of online support resources.
Our Career Advisors can help you with your CV, preparation for an interview and work readiness. Drop by our office in The Hub or book an appointment online.
Visit the Career services online resources for more information and templates.
You can access most of our student services remotely by contacting the Student Success Team. The Student Support Te Ama Tauira website has a huge number of resources to support your distance learning a well.
We also offer accessibility service support. Drop by the Hub or book an appointment online with our Accessibility Advisor.
Visit the Accessibility services webpage for more information.
You can make an appointment to see one of the doctors or nurses when you are unwell, for free or at a small cost.
Contact Student Health to make an appointment and find out more. Visit the Health and Wellbeing section of the website for support resources and more information.
OP provides an IT Support Service Desk for all on-campus and distant learners.
Visit the IT Support section for step by step instructions on how to access online tools and services at OP.
"A fia vave oo lou va’a, alo na o ‘oe, ae a fia tuli mamao le taunu’uga tatou aloalo faatasi."
If you want to go fast, go alone; If you want to go far, go together. Samoan proverb.
Pasifika events at OP
During the year we organise and host some fun events that everyone is welcome to join. Keep an eye on the OP Pasifika Students Facebook page for the announcements or talk to the Pasifika Support Advisor for more information.
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Pasifika Orientation for first year learners
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Thursday lunches in Pasifika room (G107)
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Sports days
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Show casing our cultures
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Culture nights
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Quiz nights
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BBQs
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Pasifika performing arts group
Pasifika Pre-Graduation ceremony
We usually have a Pasifika Pre-Graduation ceremony the week of graduation, learners and their families are invited, a ceremony is held where learners are acknowledged alongside their Pasifika peers then we finish together with a meal.
Pasifika learner stories
Benjamin's story
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Pasifika learner stories
Daniel's story
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Pasifika learner stories
Patrick's story
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