Graduate Stories - Page 2 | Whitireia and WelTec

2 November 2021

Eddie's story

Eddie studied our Diploma in Commercial Dance at Whitireia. After graduating, Eddie pursued her dream career as a professional dancer and has performed in exciting shows and events all over the globe. read more

1 November 2021

Piripi's story

Piripi never thought he had a career in hairdressing, until he gave it a go at WelTec. Now working at Vivo Hair Salon, Piripi is proud to use his skills everyday to make people feel good. read more

1 March 2021

Olivia's story

Driven by her love for photography, Olivia enrolled in a New Zealand Diploma in Creativity at Te Auaha. After just a few weeks into her programme, Olivia says studying creative technologies has… read more

14 January 2021

Chris's story

Chris knew from a young age he wanted to work with cars so he enrolled in a Certificate in Automotive Engineering at WelTec. Now, at just 17-years-old, Chris works as an Automotive Engineer at Hazara… read more

11 January 2021

Vicki's story

A culinary triple threat, Vicki studied baking, cookery and hospitality at WelTec. Now a renowned chef and successful business owner, Vicki is a true hospitality hero. read more

10 December 2020

Josh's story

Josh jumped between many career paths before he finally found his passion. Now a Mechanical Engineer at the Wellington railways for Hyundai Rotem, Josh says his decision to study WelTec’s Level 3… read more

3 December 2020

Rosie's story

Rosie studied a Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) at Whitireia. Now working for Wellington Free Ambulance, no two days are ever the same for Rosie. read more

2 December 2020

Lisale's story

Lisale studied a Bachelor of Design and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Design with his sights set on a career at Weta Digital. It wasn't until his tutor at Whitireia inspired him did Lisale change his… read more

2 November 2020

Arahina's story

Inspired to become the role model she needed growing up, Arahina studied youth work at WelTec. Now a Project Manager at MWDI, Arahina is inspiring youth across Aotearoa to change their lives. read more

18 August 2020

Akaysha's story

Along Lambton Quay and tucked above the famous Plimmer Steps you’ll find Urban Sanctuary – an award-winning beauty therapy clinic and day spa providing a relaxing oasis from Wellington’s bustling… read more