I am a postgraduate student at Lincoln University in 2026, and I am passionate about improving the real, everyday experience of postgraduate students—academically, professionally, and socially. Having previously founded a student association and led a buddy programme supporting over 20 local and international students, I understand how challenging it can be to settle into a new environment.

I am currently enrolled as a postgraduate student at Lincoln University (2025–2028), satisfying the postgraduate enrolment requirement. I hold a Master's in Sustainability Science from the United Nations University (Japan) and have over ten years of professional experience in gender equity, livelihoods, climate change, and community engagement across Nepal, India, Japan, and New Zealand.

Kia ora, my name is Carolyn, an international post-grad student in my first year of study at Lincoln. In my short time here, I’ve discovered that post-graduate life can be quite demanding, and it is easy to pour 100% of yourself into your work, resting only to sleep—but it doesn’t have to be this way! 

Hi, my name is Oluwagbeminiyi, my friends call me Niyi! I am a PhD researcher in ecology at Lincoln University, working on bird-mediated seed dispersal and invasive woody species. My research combines fieldwork, data analysis, and applied conservation, and has given me experience working across different academic and community settings (Africa & North America).

Kia ora tatou, Ko Dee tõku ingoa. I am a second year Masters student looking into urbanisation effects on birdlife. I’m running for Postgraduate Engagement Representative because I have seen how disconnected postgraduate life can feel and I have already been working to change that.