GROWING THE NEXT GENERATION OF
MAORI AND PASIFIKA ENGINEERS

SPIES is a University of Auckland student association, aimed at supporting
​the growth of Māori and Pasifika engineering students, ​as they set out on their university journey.

ABOUT US
​In an effort to increase representation and diversify the engineering industry, SPIES aims to meet the demand for culturally diverse scholars of the engineering discipline.

" Oua lau e kafo kae lau e lava. "

" Stay positive and count your blessings " - Tongan proverb

STUDENTS

Over the years, SPIES has seen many of our members graduating in their notable dark violet engineering robes. We hope that we can continue to support students currently studying in schools, university and beyond.

" Lutu na niu, lutu ki vuna. "
" The coconut falls close to it's roots. " - Fijian proverb

SPIES SI'I OUTREACH
By going out into schools in the community, we seek to Inform and Inspire our youth. We aim to help them realise their potential in engineering and inform them of the vast opportunities; but more importantly, why they as young Māori and Pasifika are essential to the engineering industry.

OUR PARTNERS

Our sponsors are the reason we are able to keep growing. Without their help, we would not be in a position to make a change, as we are today.

" Kāore te kūmara e kōrero ana mō tōna ake reka. "

" The kumara does not speak of its own sweetness " - Māori proverb

ALUMNI
Many SPIES members have completed their journey at the university, and go on to excel in industry. They continue strive for success both in NZ, and internationally.

" O le ala i le pule o le tautua. "

" The path to leadership is through service. " - Samoan proverb

OUR TEAM

Each year, a new set of volunteers are nominated to serve SPIES to the best of their ability. As the back bone of the SPIES name, every team member is able to give SPIES their own spin, and are able learn and grow from previous years. They all share a common goal.

CONTACT US
20 Symonds Street, Auckland, New Zealand
Faculty of Engineering, University of Auckland
​[email protected]
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