Graduation celebration events

Individual university groups host other celebrations during graduation week. Your faculty, school or unit may be hosting an event.

These events are in addition to the official December 2025 graduation ceremonies.

Doctorate celebration

The Vice-Provost (Research) hosts a celebration for all doctorate graduates.

Date: Tuesday 9 December 2025

Time: 10.30 am–12 pm

Location: Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery

Pasifika graduation celebration

A celebration for Pasifika graduates, their families, and the community. The event is a formal dinner and there will also be cultural items celebrating Pasifika cultures and identities.

Date: Monday 8 December 2025

Time: 5 pm

Location: The Hub, Kelburn campus

If you have queries about the event, please email pasifika-events@vuw.ac.nz.

Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation morning tea

A morning tea celebration for graduates from the Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation with their whānau.

Date: Thursday 11 December 2025

Time: 10 am–11 am

Location: Te Aro campus

Faculty of Law celebration

A light lunch will be provided and a chance to mingle with fellow graduates, followed by a photo on the front steps of the Old Government Building before the parade.

Date: Thursday 11 December 2025

Time: 11 am–12.45 pm

Location: Government Buildings, ground floor foyer

School of Psychological Sciences morning tea

A morning tea celebration for graduates from Te Kura Mātai Hinengaro—School of Psychological Sciences with their whānau.

Date: Monday 8 December 2025

Time: 10:30 am–11:30 am

Location: Kelburn campus