Hands-on, practical learning with the latest techniques and technology – that’s at the heart of WITT’s teaching ethos and will be on full display at Open Day with loads of interactive opportunities for visitors seeking study inspiration. Open Day is… read more

From crocheted rabbits to neon tiki, pop art and illustrative pieces – WITT art students will be showcasing their finest work in two separate exhibitions of contemporary art this month. The first exhibition – Micro-Climate – will launch on Friday… read more

Hemp fibre is under the spotlight as a potential new commercial crop in Taranaki and one of the main uses is for building houses. Construction students at WITT gained insights and experience on building with ‘hempcrete’ in a recent workshop on… read more

Builder, musician, art collector – WITT art student Ben Dixon acquired numerous skills and experiences before he returned to the classroom to focus on visual creativity. His work is on show from November 14-16 as part of the end of year exhibition… read more

Her strong belief in Mana Wāhine finding a space in the world of beauty therapy is all part of Naomi Hita’s identity and motivation to study and work in this industry. Her goals got a boost this week when she was awarded the prestigious Silk Skin… read more

Teaching is over, exams and marking too. So, WITT staff got together to end the year sharing details of research they’ve been conducting throughout the year. Māori tikanga in trauma-informed care and nursing practice, international student success… read more

She grew up a townie in New Plymouth, but former WITT student Milla Rasmussen is living her dream far from her urban roots. Sheep drenching, docking, dagging, and shearing as well as mustering on horseback with heading dogs she’s trained herself are… read more

One of WITT’s most popular and longest-serving tutors has been awarded top honours by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport New Zealand (CILTNZ) for her work, including improving road safety by reducing stock effluent spillage from… read more

A bunch of scholarships and grants has meant WITT student Erika Alldridge - Te Atiawa, Taranaki - will finish her Bachelor of Nursing degree debt-free. She wants her success to inspire other students to take the time to apply so they can ease the… read more

Medical urgent care and General Practitioner specialists MediCross are partnering with the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) to run the campus student health clinic. From 9 February, a registered nurse will be based on campus five… read more