Graduate stories

Our international graduates share their stories of studying at the University of Auckland and the careers they went on to pursue.

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Originally from the Philippines, Trixia completed a Master of International Business with Distinction in 2018. She was awarded a Manaaki Scholarship by the New Zealand government and works as a project manager in cybersecurity.

Trixia's story
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Adi studied Master of Engineering Studies in Mechanical Engineering and now at Nilo, a startup aiming to repurpose plastic waste into new materials.

Aditya's story
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Dr. Kate Riegle van West pioneered scientific research on poi and its positive effects on physical and cognitive function. She is the Founder and CEO of SpinPoi.

Kate's story
Maria Nieto

Maria Nieto is a Master of Laws graduate, specialising in Corporate and Commercial Law. Originally from Mexico, she works as a Solicitor for Simpson Grierson.

Maria's story
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With roots in India, Chand holds a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in English and Psychology and is the co-founder of several esteemed hospitality businesses in Auckland

Chand's story