New ZealandUniversities face copyright actionAll eight of New Zealand's universities are being taken to the New Zealand Copyright Tribunal for refusing to agree to an increased annual licence fee which allows lecturers to copy authors' work for students.09 Mar 09:05 PM
New ZealandDrunk roof plunge a warning to othersTwo students who fell off the roof of the same Dunedin flat within minutes of each other say the incidents are a reminder for students to think before they act.13 Feb 08:50 PM
New ZealandStudent influx boosts Dunedin businessesThe annual migration of students back to Dunedin has begun, with the influx of young people providing a boost to local businesses.11 Feb 06:41 PM
New ZealandCelebrity honours cost $250,000New Zealand universities have spent more than $250,000 dishing out honorary degrees to celebrities and visiting dignitaries, a Herald investigation into the eight institutions has found.27 Dec 04:54 AM
New ZealandStudent graduates in the buffElena Berg seems to be the most brushed up on clothing etiquette when it comes to dressing for University of Otago graduations.12 Dec 08:27 PM
New ZealandProfessor against voluntary euthanasiaUniversity of Otago Prof Robin Taylor has spoken out against voluntary euthanasia, telling university graduates that arguments for this were "fundamentally flawed".09 Dec 06:32 PM
New ZealandNeurosurgery fundraising hits $3mThe future of the southern neurosurgery service is now assured, with the announcement $3 million has been raised for the Chair in Neurosurgery at the University of Otago.30 Nov 08:59 PM
New ZealandSensitive university data stolenPolice are investigating the theft of a brief case containing private information on almost 500 research staff from tertiary institutions.29 Nov 07:19 PM
New ZealandJail for stealing $240k from uniAn accounts manager who stole nearly $240,000 from the University of Otago was always warning his team to look out for fraud, a court has been told.23 Oct 10:53 PM
New ZealandFrom cows' milk to breastNew Zealand scientists are hoping to produce a baby formula good enough to match the nutritional quality of breast milk.07 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandAche over Otago's dental schoolAfter chasing government money for the past decade, Otago University now accepts it'll have to fund any expansion to its dental school by itself.04 Oct 10:12 PM
OpinionDebate: Should the MMP electorate-seat rule be removed?The Electoral Commission recommends abolishing the rule that allocates list seats to parties which win an electorate seat but do not reach the required threshold of votes. Do you agree? Vote now.18 Sep 09:30 PM
OpinionShould we allow voluntary euthanasia?Labour MP Maryan Street is proposing a law change to permit voluntary euthanasia under some circumstances. Two doctors argue the pros and cons. You can scroll down to the bottom of the page and vote 'Yes' or 'No' and also leave a comment.13 Sep 05:30 PM
