OUSA Diversity Week

Diversity Week is an annual event aimed at raising awareness and visibility of diverse identities and issues on campus.

So come by to enjoy some of these events to celebrate our communities.

French Cooking Workshop
Monday 9th / 6-8 pm
Clubs and Socs, OUSA Kitchen
Get your chef hats on and come along to our French Cooking Workshop! Cook two meals and then get to enjoy your cooking, all for $10. Sign up here.

Learn a Language in 60 Minutes
Tuesday 10th / 3pm
Via Zoom
Come join us for a 60-minute crash course in New Zealand Sign Language. Learn the basics in an inclusive and friendly environment. Join us here.

Queerest Tea Party
Wednesday 11th / 2pm
Main Common Room (Opposite Auahi Ora)
With the aim to raise the profile of queer identities and culture on campus, join us for a fun tea party with tea, coffee and snacks!

Drag Quiz Night
Wednesday 11th / 6pm
Auahi Ora
Enter in teams of 4-6 people for our quiz night evening hosted by three drag performers. Win spot prizes throughout the night and enjoy a halftime drag performance. Food and drink will be available for purchase from staff at Auahi Ora – including a rainbow-themed cocktail. Get your tickets here.

Inclusive Yoga Workshop
Thursday 12th / 2:30 - 4:30pm
Room 2, Clubs and Socs
Join our experienced facilitator, Diane Dupres, for a trauma-focused yoga session. Students of all body types and abilities are invited to come and learn inclusive yoga techniques. This session is designed for students with trauma histories, disabilities, or mental health challenges that may make traditional yoga difficult for them in some capacity. Spots are limited to 8, so sign up now to avoid missing out. There will be a support person from Te Whare Tāwharau available on the day for students who need to debrief with someone during or after the session. Apply here.

Human Library
Thursday 12th / 6-8pm
University Book Shop
Join us at UBS as we hear from four speakers from different backgrounds sharing their stories on how diversity has impacted their lives. There will be free food and drinks provided at the venue. Our speakers this year are Jamie Salemink-Waldren, Peter Parker, Dakota MacGillivray, and Liam Young.

Potluck and Games - Thursdays At Evison
Thursday 12th / 7-9pm
OUSA Clubs & Socs Evison Lounge
Join us on September 12th for our Potluck and Games Night. Everyone is welcome, no matter your culture or background. Bring a dish that represents your culture or your favourite childhood meal, whether it's a traditional recipe or something close to your heart. We will also be running a joint Spotify playlist so submit your tracks and dish you want to bring here.

International Cultural Expo
Friday 13th / 12:30-5:30pm
Main Common Room & Union Lawn
Join us on Friday, 13th September, for a fun and interactive expo, like no other! Let the OUSA Clubs bring the world to you. Each club will have their own stall showcasing something special.