Pacific Student Support
Ākonga Pacific
Tēnā koutou katoa, Talofa lava, Malo e lelei, Kia Orana, Talofa ni, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Ni sa bula vinaka, Mauri, Talofa koutou katoa, Halo Olaketa, Noa’ia.
We are leading the way in making meaningful connections with and for ākonga Pacific. By engaging early, ākonga Pacific have access to the best possible study and pastoral care.
Ākonga Pacific are a vital part of community life at Whitireia and WelTec. We have programmes, networks and kaimahi Pacific who work across our campuses to help you succeed.
Support
Our dedicated Pacific team are here to support and help you throughout your learning journey. We host cultural and hauora activities with a mix of ‘in person’ and ‘online’ events to connect ākonga (students) and kaimahi (staff).
Kaimahi Pacific
Windy Sione
Location: Petone Campus, Pacific Centre at Ground Floor of Tower Block
Email: windy.sione@weltec.ac.nz
Phone: 021 446 705
Tuga Mativa
Location: Petone Campus
Email: tuga.mativa@weltec.ac.nz
Phone: 0272318629
Leisha Williams
Location: Whitireia Campus, Ākonga Hub
Email: leisha.williams@whitireia.ac.nz
Phone: 027 403 8996