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• Indigenous Malyasian students learn about Te Ao Māori

  Scholastica Philip, who is of Kadazan descent, together with Diana Bah Said and Norazah Din, both of Semai ethnicity, have been studying the Te Ao Māori and Sustainability course on the Mission New Zealand online platform. 

  All three say they gained a great deal from the short course, which included an introduction to biculturalism, and the five stages of the design thinking process.  

  “Biculturalism in Aotearoa New Zealand is fascinating,” Norazah said. “We learned about Māori settling in New Zealand, and I really want to experience their culture and daily life if I have the chance in the future.” 

  Scholastica noticed some common themes around sustainability in Te Ao Māori, and the importance of nature and food in her Kadazan culture, which is from East Malaysia. 

  “We take care of nature as we take care of humans - we need to take care of all living things. 

  “There is an ancient story for Kadazan people about Huminodun, a very beautiful woman who sacrificed herself to create food and bring rain to stop the cursed drought season for her people. This story is about how closely we are connected with nature. 

  “We learned on the course that Māori and non-Māori are working together in New Zealand to achieve a sustainable ecological system – I love the concept,” Scholastica said. 

  Norazah and Diana also noted how important trees and rivers are in their distinctive Semai culture, which is based in North Malaysia.   

  “We have a very strong connection with nature - as much as we respect each other,” Diana said. 

  

  Norazah with a friend at the Festival of Langauge

  

  Scholastica and Diana at university in Kuala Lumpur

  Norazah and Diana are in their second year of study at Universiti Malaya, and Scholastica is in her third year.  

  Scholastica has also completed an introductory course in te Reo Māori, and you can hear her pepeha here.

  Ben Burrowes, Regional Director Asia for Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) says the Whakatipu Scholarships are funded by ENZ and Universiti Malaya. 

  “We are aiming to empower talented young indigenous students, support them with learning and exchange opportunities, and encourage knowledge sharing. 

  

  Scholastica at the Sabah Fiesta with a group of Thai buddies

  “This is the first year of the scholarship, and it’s great to see these students making the most of this opportunity.” 

  Read more about the Whakatipu Scholarships on the ENZ website here. 

  Read more about Mission New Zealand on ENZ’s New Products and Services website here 

   

• Hundreds of Brazilian high school students arrive at New Zealand schools

  Over January and February, 200 students from Paraná and 100 from São Paulo arrived in New Zealand on a Brazilian state-funded scholarship that will have them spending a semester and term in New Zealand schools while staying with host families.  

  Chosen for their academic performance, attendance, and completion of an English course, these top students get a chance to immerse themselves in New Zealand's education system and culture. 

  New Zealand is considered a strategic partner by Paraná state and São Paulo. This programme highlights the success of increased educational cooperation between Brazil and New Zealand. In addition to improving English proficiency, the initiative also aims to develop intercultural skills.  

  Paraná's programme, launched in 2019, has sent 1,240 students to various countries, with more than 600 going to New Zealand.  

  Coordinator of the São Paulo programme, Simone Telles, said New Zealand was chosen for this programme due to our innovative education system, use of technology, the freedom given to students and the welcoming nature of New Zealanders. 

  

  Simone Telles and ENZ’s Market Development Manager, Bruna de Natale: Education partnership between São Paulo and New Zealand.

  In São Paulo, ENZ Market Development Manager, Bruna de Natale, attended one of the departure days for the group traveling to New Zealand. Bruna spoke to Luciangela Fonseca, mother of one of the selected students, Juan Fonseca. Luciangela said she felt “pride mixed with fear and emotion” and that the family felt privileged to get this opportunity.  

  

  Juan Fonseca, his parents, and sister. Emotions at the departure for Auckland. 

  All programme costs are funded by Brazilian states, including transportation, education, food, accommodation, and leisure activities.  
  

  

  Paraná students departing in São Paulo.

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• ENZ’s Connect seminar series returns in 2018

  The seminars will be hosted by ENZ Chief Executive Grant McPherson and General Manager Industry Development Greg Scott.

  ENZ is planning to use this face-to-face time to listen to industry partners and participants will be encouraged to share insights throughout each seminar. 

  “We want to offer practical support to our industry," Mr McPherson said.

  “To help us achieve this, it would be valuable to hear about your experiences. For example, what are the biggest challenges you face? Where do you see opportunity? How can ENZ better assist the international education industry from your perspective?”

  Attendees will also receive an update on ENZ’s strategic direction and current priorities. What these insights mean for industry and how ENZ’s work can be leveraged will also be discussed.   

  “ENZ looks to do the longer term strategic thinking to help provide real intelligence and direction for New Zealand’s international education industry,” said Mr McPherson.

  The series will involve seven workshops in six New Zealand cities. The seminars are open to all international education professionals. They will be particularly valuable for leaders and international staff from:

  DATE	CITY	VENUE	TIME
  Thursday 14 June	Christchurch	TAIT	0900 - 1130
  Friday 15 June	Dunedin	Dunedin Public Art Gallery	1300 - 1530
  Monday 18 June	Hamilton	Claudelands Arena	0900 - 1130
  Tuesday 19 June	Wellington	Te Wharewaka o Poneke	0900 - 1130
  Wednesday 20 June	Palmerston North	Massey University: Sport and Rugby Institute	1300 - 1530
  Thursday 21 June	Auckland	Cliftons	0900 - 1130
  Thursday 21 June	Auckland	Cliftons	1300 - 1530

   Registration details can be found here. Light refreshments will be served.

   Please note: This event is for representatives from New Zealand education institutions and Education Technology Businesses only.

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• Find out more about what international students think about their NZ experience

  Director of Insights for Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ), Marie Clark, and Student Experience Manager, Ross Crosson will be hosting a webinar on 22 August 2024 from 7-8pm NZST on the recently released 2024 Student Experience Survey results. The webinar is for anyone in our sector who is interested in delving more into the data.

  Marie and Ross will talk about the overall student experience for international students enrolled with a New Zealand education provider and where improvements can be made to enhance the international student experience. 

  You can register via the following link: https://enz.zoom.us/s/81600505051 

  If you can't make the live session, a recording will be available on Intellilab from Friday. 

  ENZ’s media release which includes links to the report and data sets can be found on our website - Rise in international students rating New Zealand experience positively » Education NZ (enz.govt.nz) .