Category: Activities

Virtual reality and programming challenges from the Computer Science Department.

Our new research and teaching laboratories open with hands-on displays, bio-security games, chemical reactions and more. We even have so much to show you, that we are also spilling out onto the street in the AquaSTEM Zone! We will have our research drones (they will be leaving us soon for a stint in the Antarctic)…

Meet some of Xero’s software engineers, learn to count in binary, write a programming code and learn what an algorithm is … bring your curiosity!

Take some selfies and share the fun at the branded NZME and ZM booths next to both entrance gates.

If you’re a serious gamer, love video games, love sports and competition, or just love being part of something that’s fun and entertaining in an electric atmosphere – You don’t want to miss this! Come and immerse yourself in the rapidly growing eSports Universe.

A showcase of cutting-edge science that demonstrate how the stories of science can be used to enrich teaching and learning, making it more relevant, engaging and meaningful.

Hands-on interactions with some of the technologies available to the students at our school, as well as an exhibit of some of our current and former students’ work in this area.

Come and see what our Engineering students achieve during their studies!

Meet the Future Students Team and find out about study at Waikato.

Set this kinetic sculpture in motion to explore how our decisions affect the world around us. Beautiful cyclic patterns or jumbled chaos? Where is the tipping point?

Complete the AR scavenger hunt and return to HQ for a chance to win a one year licence to CodeAvengers valued at $250 thanks to Venture Centre (five prizes available).

STEM education goes far beyond the tech sector. The Toi Ohomai stand will feature our state-of-the-art forestry simulator, as well as exploring the impact of technology on the marine sector. Join us for a day of interactive fun and giveaways!