Driven by curiosity about life, art and society, our research and creative works contribute enormously to the culture of Aotearoa New Zealand and the world.
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We host the Auckland History Initiative, Shakespeare fellows and writers-in-residence, publish journals and websites, and put on performances.
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Our expertise includes Māori and Pacific art, museums, feminisms, public sculpture, exiled artists, art & psychology, contemporary art and early Modern art.
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Our expertise ranges widely from medieval texts to contemporary Māori and Pacific literature, human evolution to literary experimentation and theatricality.
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We include numerous experts in ethics and political thought and individual specialists in philosophies of law, arts, religion and science, and existentialism.
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We study languages, literatures, militaries, economies, slavery, religions and attitudes to gender in Ancient Greece, Egypt and the Roman Empire.
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We study revolution, sex, strikes, Māori culture, nationalism, crusades, race relations, women’s history, health, and peace.
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We have expertise in a wide range of areas in theological and religious studies, including in religious history, ethics, literature and anthropology.
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We examine the world of yesterday and today, and discover stories about the society, people and periods in which they were written.
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We study cinema and TV to popular music, comics, videogames and social networking sites.
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Uncovering the complexity of Māori histories
Associate Professor Aroha Harris (Te Rarawa and Ngāpuhi) uncovers the complexity of Māori histories.
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We should let our minds wander
Dr Greg Minissale's research suggests that taking time out to let our minds wander has real benefits.
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Helping government agencies treat people ethically
Professor Tim Dare makes a difference by helping government agencies make informed decisions on privacy, human rights, and ethical risks.
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Bringing ancient taonga to 21st-century eyes
Associate Professor Ngarino Ellis sings to Māori artworks in archives the world over — and posts their images on social media to inspire today's artists.
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