Samoan women at the University of Auckland are leading the way for Pacific students to help them turn their journey into success.
At the University of Auckland, a range of bridging and pathway programmes support Pacific school leavers into tertiary study, helping them transition confidently into university life.
The Unibound programme is one such pathway, supporting Pacific students with care, cultural understanding, and a belief in who they are. Many students are among the first in their families to attend university, carrying with them the aspirations of their aiga and communities.
The University recorded the highest number of Māori and Pacific school-leaver applications of all tertiary institutions this year, yet gaining entry is only the beginning. Sustaining success within the tertiary space requires strong foundations, relationships, and support.
Leaders like Sara Toleafoa, Unibound manager, are helping to shape that success.
