Students in the news

Untapped tool can help tame depression

University of Auckland researchers are urging wider use of a little-known treatment for depression called transcranial magnetic stimulation.

Challenges and coping mechanisms: student's mental health tips

Mental Health Awareness Week is later this month. But University of Auckland student Yvonne Ruan says every day is a good day to be aware of your mental health. She offers her story and tips.

Pandemic lockdowns trigger eating disorders

The Covid-19 pandemic has triggered an increase in people presenting with serious eating disorders, a new study shows.

University of Auckland students and alumni shine at Tokyo Olympics

With two University of Auckland students winning golds and one alum winning bronze, there is plenty to celebrate from the Tokyo Olympics.

'Whiskey Tango Foxtrot' moment for 3MT winner

Thirteen postgraduate students captivated a sold-out audience at the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Final on Friday, with Business School PhD candidate Sam Mackay taking out the ultimate title: doctoral winner.

Doctoral student’s award-winning publication paves way for early detection of pancreatic cancer

Dr Jaelim Cho's original research identified the links between diabetes mellitus and pancreatic cancer.

University of Auckland athletes head off to the pinnacle of sport

The University of Auckland is proud to have a number of students and alumni in the 2021 New Zealand Olympic Team.

Musical medical student claims top prize for cello performance

A final-year medical student, who is also a professional cellist, is the most recent winner of the New Zealand National Concerto Competition.

Shehnaz Hussain cooks up idea to raise funds for Indian orphanage

Med student Shehnaz Hussain is putting out a cookbook to help children in India. She answers a few questions about how it came about.

Pronouns 101 introduces new level of safety to hospitals

Medical students on hospital placements are sporting name badges with pronouns as part of a Rainbow-inclusive, student-led project.

Kate Godfrey

Yvonne Ruan