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News and stories
As part of our 125th anniversary celebrations, we are sharing stories about the people, places, and milestones that have shaped Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington’s history.
Emeritus Professor Roger Robinson: a life of academic and sporting success
In his 35 years at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Emeritus Professor Roger Robinson relished both his academic career in the Department of English (later School of English, Film, Theatre, and Media Studies) and competitive running at elite level. He has combined these passions to become a world-leading writer and commentator on running, sharing his time between New York and Wellington with his wife, celebrated women's running pioneer runner Kathrine Switzer.
Peter and Mary Biggs: generous supporters of the arts in Aotearoa
For the past 16 years, Peter Biggs CNZM and his wife Mary have generously supported students of the International Institute of Modern Letters (IIML) through the Biggs Family Prize in Poetry.
News & Stories
Celebrating the University’s strong connection to Aotearoa’s capital city, the successes of its University community, and the many ways in which the University has contributed to the social, cultural and economic life of Wellington and beyond over the past 125 years.
