Whakapiki Ake host all their MAPAS applicants on one day for the MAPAS General Interviews. Next Steps provides the opportunity to further facilitate a “Next Steps” Session at the Halls of Residence later that night and the following morning. Accommodation for Next Steps is provided at a small cost to the whānau.
Preparedness
Whakapiki Ake students and whānau are eligible to stay two nights in a University Hall of Residence when attending the (WAP) MAPAS General Interviews day. This provides an opportunity for whānau to meet and students to reconnect. Whakapiki Ake will provide return transport from the hall of residence to the MAPAS General Interviews.
Readiness
After MAPAS interviews, whānau and students are given an opportunity to reflect on the day and their provisional recommendations. All meals are provided.
“The best thing was not having to worry about accommodation and food getting a feel for hall life. Catching up with all the WAP students again was great.” – Student
“The opportunity to bring our whānau to the university so they can also connect to the kaupapa was amazing. Also, reconnecting with other students ACTUALLY going to UoA next year was a great opportunity.” – Student
“Best things were having parking, accommodation, food, shuttles provided – Free. Being informed at each step. Thorough process, well thought out. Whānau felt well informed. Comfortable to ask questions. Able to connect with others informally due to down time. Appreciated not having to work, (catering, cleaning etc). Felt spoilt. Previous students speaking and giving their experiences and suggestions was also great.”
– Whānau member
“Knowing and understanding the process. Meeting the current and past students. Sharing with other parents. making connections. Reassuring knowing there is a support system for our kids. Shuttles, fast answers, a place to sleep – sorted well. Great communication.”
– Whānau member
