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Otago Medical School 150th Anniversary
Otago Medical School 150th Anniversary Celebration
The Otago Medical School invites you home to celebrate 150 years of medical teaching, clinical training, research and innovation across the three Otago University campuses–Ōtepoti/Dunedin, Ōtautahi/Christchurch and Pōneke/Wellington.
Join us in Dunedin on King's Birthday Weekend 2025 (29 May to 1 June) and enjoy a range of events including academic sessions and tours of the current facilities.
During the weekend we'll spotlight the incredible firsts achieved during our illustrious 150 year history and work together to determine what the future of healthcare in Aotearoa will look like. It will also provide the perfect opportunity for classes to reunite and for us to remember what we got up to as students.
Taonga Tuku Iho
The Legacy of the Otago Medical School captures the essence of our 150th anniversary celebrations. Taonga Tuku Iho speaks to the treasured gifts handed down through generations – our people, places, knowledge, and spirit – that have shaped Otago Medical School over a century and a half. In honouring this legacy, we celebrate those who have come before, those who continue the journey today, and those who will lead us into the future. Together, we recognise the richness of our heritage and the responsibility we share to protect, build upon, and pass it on to the generations that follow.
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OMS 150 Anniversary Fund
In recognition of the Otago Medical School's 150th anniversary celebrations, an Anniversary Fund will be established to continue Otago's legacy of excellence in medical education.
By adapting to evolving needs, this fund will keep the OMS at the forefront of world-class health science research and ensure an exceptional student experience.
Your support for the OMS150 Anniversary Fund will help us meet the changing needs of faculty and students, providing them with top-notch medical education and resources.
Make your gift today
Your donation will drive advancements in medical education and research. Contribute now to make a lasting impact on the next generation of medical professionals.