Science Students Pacific Island Association (SSPIA) provides a platform for Pacific students in sciences to network and support each other during their academic journey at The University of Otago.
SSPIA works closely alongside Sciences Pacific Support and Strategy at the Division of Sciences to enable a safe space of interaction, support, and guidance for our students.
Membership includes:
- Pacific students studying towards an undergraduate or postgraduate science qualification
- Any Pacific students enrolled in a science paper
- Any Pacific students passionate about science.
For our current Executive Committee please refer to our Facebook page (below).
SSPIA Lunches
With a focus on highlighting different areas of scientific research, SSPIA lunches provide students with the opportunity to catch up with other students and interact with invited researchers and staff. Refer to the SSPIA Facebook page for a full calendar of our events.
Contact Details
Facebook SSPIA – Science Students Pacific Island Association
Instagram @sspiaotago
Email sspiaotago.executive@gmail.com