Giving in memory
There are times when people wish to honour and commemorate the life of a family member or someone who has made a difference in their lives.
Rewi Thompson – Legendary architect remembered with scholarship for Māori
Classmates of the esteemed architect, the late Rewi Thompson, share what it was like watching a legend in the making. From his exceptional talent to his infamous pink jandals, Rewi was a character – and a memorable one at that.
David Emanuel – A professor’s lasting impact in accounting and finance studies
To celebrate a much-admired professor, University alumni and staff members rallied together to donate $136,000 for an endowed scholarship in his name.
Marti Friedlander – Inspiring future photographers
Exceptional New Zealand photographer Marti Friedlander (1928–2016) is honoured by a lectureship in the Faculty of Arts. Dr Sophia Powers was the inaugural recipient, and travelled from New York to take up the position at the University of Auckland.