Rate My Professor Kristy Walker

Walker joined the Pacific Islands Centre immediately upon completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Otago, drawing directly from her own experiences navigating university challenges as a Pacific student. This personal background enables her to connect authentically with current tauira (students), empathising with their struggles and innovating support strategies to promote success. She collaborates closely with passionate colleagues to deliver impactful interventions. Furthermore, Kristy-Anne Walker earned a Master of Indigenous Studies (MIndS) from the University of Otago in 2025, with her thesis titled Beyond Strategy - Steps to Pacific Success. She has participated in key Pacific-focused initiatives, including the Pacific staff association gatherings, Ngā Tauira o te Kete Aronui alumni events, and contributions to Pacific student transition and outreach programmes. Her dedication underscores a commitment to enhancing Pacific student achievement at the institution.