Meet the VC

Have you met Grant? He just started this year and he’s your VC!

Major Goals

My main focus areas are to continue advancing our distinctive Aotearoa New Zealand end-to-end student experience to provide our tauira with a strong foundation for lifelong learning, and to ensure Lincoln University is a place where students and staff thrive.

Lincoln’s excellent teaching and research, and our strong connection to the land-based sector, is a huge point of difference for us in our vision to be a global top-five land-based university. Our decade-long campus development programme has already contributed assets like Whare Hākinakina, Grounded and Science South to our existing science, teaching and research facilities, and will ensure we deliver a diverse and inspiring campus experience far into the future.

Background and Study

Originally from a bull beef farm in Wellsford, Northland, I studied at Lincoln University myself, gaining a Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours in 1990.

I was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship in 1991 and completed a DPhil in behavioural ecology at Oxford University in 1994. I returned to Lincoln University in 2005, first as a senior lecturer in pasture science, then Professor of Dairy Production in 2009, Dean of Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences in 2016, progressing to the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor in 2019.

For me, the student experience at Lincoln University was a balanced mix of academia, problem-solving, practical skills and social life. It set me up for life; building my confidence and keeping me grounded while I pursued my aspirations.

Personal Life and Interests

Throughout my life, as a student and beyond, I have been a keen participant in sport – especially athletics and hockey, and I am proud to be the current coach of the Canterbury Men’s Hockey Team and HSOB-Burnside men in Christchurch.

Other than sport, my main interests include fishing, gardening and watching sport! I am married to Joanna, who I met during my time at Oxford University and have three children – two at secondary school in Christchurch and one studying engineering at university.

My Advice: Turn Up

One of your greatest rewards as a Lincoln University student will be the calibre and dedication of your lecturers, tutors and mentors, so I encourage you to take full advantage of this wonderful opportunity. Make every effort to turn up to all your lectures and labs, because it is through the interactions with your lecturers, tutors and fellow students that you will gain the most from your Lincoln University experience.

Know the Codes.

What is the Education Code of Practice?

Manaakitaka at Lincoln, is about respecting and taking care of each in an environment of safety, inclusiveness and respect. With this goal in mind, we are a signatory of NZ’s Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021.

This Code sets out expectations that Uni’s must meet in support of student wellbeing and safety. It covers topics such as physical safety and inclusion, access to advice and support services, physical and mental health support, support for transition into and out of university, student accommodation requirements, and opportunities for students to have their voices heard.

Who can I talk to if I have questions about the Code and what Lincoln Uni is doing to support my pastoral care?

Dr Hamish Cochrane, Director of Student Admin & Student Health hamish.cochrane@lincoln.ac.nz 03 325 3824

What should I do if I’m concerned about the Uni’s compliance with the Code or I have a financial dispute?

Discuss your concerns with an International Student Advisor (internationaladvisors@lincoln. ac.nz) or the LUSA Advocacy and Voice Coordinator (students@ lusa.org.nz) If you would like to talk to someone outside of the Uni, the NZ Qualifications Authority (NZQA) handles all complaints about alleged non-compliance with the Education Code of Practice. www.nzqa.govt.nz/

make-a-complaint • International Students

If you have a financial or contractual dispute with the

Uni, contact: iStudent

Complaints which is a free and independent disputes resolution service for international students.

www.istudent.org.nz • Domestic Students

Contact Tertiary Education

Dispute Resolution who are a free and independent service to help resolve problems that are important to you.

www.tedr.org.nz

Where can I find out more about the Education Code of Practice?

www.lincoln.ac.nz/codes

What is the Student Code of Conduct?

It explains the conduct expected of all students, and the disciplinary process if the rules aren’t followed. The Uni Proctors enforce the rules of the Student Code of Conduct.

What is a Proctor?

Lincoln has 2 proctors (male and female) whose roles are to deal with all complaints relating to student behaviour and breaches of academic integrity, including complaints against students by staff and community and disputes between students.

Who can approach the Proctor?

community, can approach the Proctor with any concern about the conduct of a Lincoln student or group of students.

proctor@lincoln.ac.nz

What types of behaviours are unacceptable at Lincoln?

• Academic Dishonesty, e.g. cheating. • Bullying, e.g. attacking a person’s beliefs. • Harassment, e.g. making sexually offensive comments.

WAYS TO PROMOTE A SAFE UNI:

LU, LUSA and students work together to promote a safe, inclusive and caring learning environment.

Respectfully Lincoln – Sexual Harm Prevention Workshops Student Experience Board – Students, LUSA and staff working together on non-academic student matters

SPACE Lincoln – Social support group for LGBTQIA+ people Student Charter – Shows what you can expect from LUSA and LU and what we expect of you. You can find the charter here: lusa.org.nz/official-documents

The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021

Wellbeing Guide

For all students: who to talk to and how they can help you do well at Lincoln University.

ACADEMIC WELLBEING

Learning, Teaching & Library | FREE

Location: Ground floor, Library Website: https://ltl.lincoln.ac.nz/ Here to help you with study techniques, disability support, finding resources, strengthening your writing, managing your research, referencing, data management, and developing your career. Workshops and individual advice. Learning, writing & research skills: Caitriona Cameron (caitriona.cameron@lincoln.ac.nz), Craig Nicholson (craig.nicholson@lincoln.ac.nz) Information skills: Hadrian Taylor (hadrian.taylor@lincoln.ac.nz) Maths and Stats: Dean O’Connell (dean.oconnell@lincoln.ac.nz)

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) | FREE

Whether you are a top performer or could use some improvement, you will benefit from attending PASS. An opportunity to work together on study material in a relaxed environment where you can meet other classmates. Pass Coordinator: Craig Nicholson Email: craig.nicholson@lincoln.ac.nz

Career Centre | FREE

Assistance with career direction, skills identification, CVs, application letters, psychometric testing, interviews, labour market information and further study. Contact: Julia Mallett and Michelle Ash. Email: lucareercentre@lincoln.ac.nz

Inclusive Education | FREE

If you have an illness, injury or disability whether long term or temporary , contact the Inclusive Education team. Contact: Rosemarie Richardson or Jo Wager. Phone: +64 3 423 0089 Email: inclusive@lincoln.ac.nz Location: Ground floor Hudson Hall, Room 005

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL WELLBEING

Student Health & Support; Counselling FREE | $

Brief intervention mental health support and counselling to LU students. Phone: +64 3 325 3835 Location: Hudson, ground floor. Or use 021 090 20234 if landline not working

Wellbeing Support and Sexual Harm Response & Prevention | FREE

Counsellors, exercise and health advisors available for advice, counselling, help with problem solving, exercise is medicine, aegrotats and general wellbeing support. Phone: 021 589 475 Email: wellbeing.support@lincoln.ac.nz Location: Hudson level 2

Thursdays in Black | FREE

Promotes conversation and raises awareness of sexual violence. Trained students run fortnightly discussions to offer a safe way for sexual violence survivors to come forward. When: Thursdays 12-2pm Location: Library, front foyer.

Me mahi tahi tātou, Mo te oranga o te katoa We work together for the wellbeing of everyone

SPIRITUAL WELLBEING / IDENTITY

Chaplains | FREE

Provide pastoral care, supporting the emotional wellbeing of students and staff. They can also advocate for you and help with non-medical aegrotats. Also can assist with food from the Foodbank. Plus, looking for a quiet space then come to the chapel, in Hudson 003.

Contact: Rev Victoria Askin. Phone: 03 423 0514 or 022 126 7885. Email: chaplains@lincoln.ac.nz Location: Hudson, ground floor, rm 002.

Lincoln University Masala and prayer room | FREE

See Muslim Association, contact via LUSA Clubs Directory.

Lincoln University Christian Fellowship | FREE

The Christian Fellowship (CF) is a community you are welcome to be part of. We enjoy hanging out together and finding out more about who Jesus is and what the Good News in the Bible means for our lives. Whether you are Christian or not you are very welcome to come be part of our community.

Contact: Marion Dumaine (CF Leader, ph: 0273426747) Email: lincoln.christianfellowship@gmail.com Location/meeting time: Wednesday 1pm in Te Whare for a free lunch, bible message and fun together Facebook: Lincoln Uni Christian Fellowship.

Pastoral Care International Students | FREE

Dee Hannam (under graduate) and Denise Pelvin (post graduate) are our two international student advisors who provide support and advice for international students.

Email: internationaladvisors@lincoln.ac.nz

Pastoral Care and Advice to Māori Students | FREE

Providing advice and support to Māori students.

Contact: Dani Panirau Phone: 021 141 2361 or +64 3 423 0192 Email:Dani.Panirau@lincoln.ac.nz

Pastoral Care and Advice to Pasifika Students | FREE

Providing advice and support to Pacific Island Countries students.

Contact: Rebekah Immanuel Phone: +64 3 423 0192 Email: ompd@lincoln.ac.nz

SPACE | FREE

For LGBTQIA* students to socialise, meet like-minded students and get advice/support. Email: SPACE@lusa.org.nz

TE Whare Tapa Whā and Wellbeing / Health NavigatorNZ