About the Society
Formed in 1989, the University of Auckland Society gathers alumni and friends to advocate for the University and promote its best interests.
History and mandate
The University of Auckland Society began as the Alumni Association in 1989, changing to its current name in 2003. Comprising a unique group of alumni and friends, the Society advocates for the University, and seeks to advance its best interests. Its aims include:
- To promote and further the best interests of the University of Auckland and advance education in general
- Engender support for the University
- Inform and promote University activities to its members
- Help members connect with the University through faculties, departments, associated institutions or other special interests - including groups based overseas
Members pay an annual levy, and in return receive exclusive benefits.
Society activities
The Society supports a range of student initiatives that have become integral to University life.
Distinguished Alumni Awards
Since 1996, the Society has helped run the Distinguished Alumni Awards, which pays tribute to six outstanding alumni each year.
Events calendar
See the events calendar for the year.
Past events
Browse through our collection of images from previously held Society events.
Alumni Scholarships Fund
Through the Alumni Scholarship Fund, students facing financial hardship can realise their academic dreams.
3 Minute Thesis
Every year, postgraduate students from around the Asia Pacific region pitch their thesis in under three minutes using a single presentation slide. Best three minute thesis wins.
World War One Centenary
As part of World War One Centenary commemorations, the Society helped fund the digitising of the Auckland University College Roll of Honour.