BLAKE Ambassador Programme Panel Night Hosted by UoA Marine Science Society

This month, the University of Auckland Marine Science Society (UMSS) is hosting an evening designed to give you a direct look into environmental and marine science sectors.

The upcoming speaker night features past and present representatives from the BLAKE Ambassador Programme sharing their experiences from the field. Attendees will learn about the skills, connections, and professional opportunities opened up by these unique roles. It is an ideal event for anyone looking ahead to the 2026/27 application round.

Connecting rangatahi with real-world scientific career paths is essential for the future of our local ecosystems. Adobe images.

Event Details

• Date: Thursday 30th July 2026

• Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

• Location: To be confirmed (stay tuned to UMSS channels)

• Format: Informal, panel-style discussion followed by a Q&A session

  
  

Opportunities Within the Blake Ambassador Programme

The panel brings together a diverse group of researchers working on critical conservation projects across New Zealand and Antarctica. Panelists will share their first-hand knowledge of working alongside organisations like the Department of Conservation (DOC) to protect native species and monitor aquatic environments.

Meet the Speakers

• Josh Buddhev: 2025/26 Earth Sciences Aquaculture Ambassador

• Jasmin Manning: 2025/26 DOC Hoiho Ambassador

• Rāwinia Wikaira: 2024/25 DOC Takahē Ambassador

• Caitlin Berquist: 2024/25 UoW Antarctica Ambassador

• Lucy Davidson: BLAKE Science Advisor & Environmental Educator

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Ngā Mihi Nui

Ngā mihi nui to the University of Auckland Marine Science Society and BLAKE for putting this event together. Kaiako and rangatahi are grateful for these valuable opportunities to find out more about the real-world science happening right here in Aotearoa.