With a focus on resident wellbeing, we encourage connectedness, co‑operation and mutual respect in our community.
Our staff can offer support and referrals for all manner of things that come your way during your stay with us. We can assist if you need help and aren't sure who to ask, or if you want to talk about any problems or worries you're experiencing.
Tautiaki Piki | College Deputy Head
Stewart Noguer-Blue
Stewart lives on site and is responsible for the day to day running of the College. His priority is to ensure Toroa is a welcoming environment that is conducive to academic success and personal wellbeing. Stewart is committed to promoting the academic and personal welfare of residents individually and collectively. He is fully involved in College life and he maintains a high presence within the community.
Stewart is a point of contact for all matters, and as he has a strong network within the University community, he is able to connect people with a view to achieving the best outcomes. Stewart has a wide range of duties within his brief that all involve a strong focus on pastoral care. A keen apiarist, gardener and foodie, Stewart is always up for a chat.
An introduction to Toroa from Stewart
Kia ora, Talofa Lava and warm greetings from Toroa
Toroa is a special place that has a great sense of community where our residents can enjoy the benefits of a campus life experience as they navigate life at Otago.
Our residents are active, busy and engaged. Living closely with others does bring with it the need for personal responsibility, respect and consideration. With this in mind we have a well defined community standard to help ensure we all have a great year together.
Toroa provides a welcome and friendly space, where everyone can be themselves. We value our residents and the involvement and contributions they make to the Toroa community each year.
If you are interested in being part of this small dynamic community feel free to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you and your whānau to the Toroa community.
Noho ora mai
Contact
Email toroa.college@otago.ac.nz
Kaiawhina | Sub Wardens
The role of Kaiawhina (sub wardens) within the Toroa community is vital. Kaiawhina are the most visible peer role models and community leaders that our residents have the chance to regularly interact with during their time at Toroa. Supportive, friendly and knowledgable, our Kaiawhina are a link to people and resources across the University and in the wider community.
Kaiawhina at Toroa share their experiences with residents to help them as they navigate and adjust to Dunedin and university life.
Facilities Co-ordinator
Mike Gardiner
Mike is responsible for a range of tasks at Toroa, including the maintenance and repair of College property. Mike is always happy to help out should you need anything repaired. You will find Mike around the College Monday to Friday.