New Academics

Welcome to Victoria University of Wellington. This section of the UTDC website has been designed to provide you with information necessary for your survival and success during your first year at VUW, whether you're new to academia or an experienced Professor. If you have any questions at all, please contact Kathryn Sutherland on ext 5795.

Orientation

The Orientation progamme for new academic staff runs three times a year in February, April and August. Dates for the next programme are 11-12 February 2010. Click on the heading above to go to the Orientation webpage for detailed information and a timetable. Contact Kathryn Sutherland on ext 5795 with any questions.

Resources

The UTDC has created various resources for new academic staff which will help you settle in to life at VUW. Please click the Resources heading to download information on, among other things: VUW acronyms; things to sign up for (eg electronic access, library cards, swipe cards, the grants management system, etc); teaching and research - important dates and information; and much more.