We’re kicking off the year with the first State of the Land Vibe Event for 2026, held as part of Return to Campus Week — a celebration of new beginnings, reconnection, and discovery at Lincoln University.

Return to Campus Week brings our community back together with a full line-up of activities, including the launch of new research initiatives, poster displays in the Forbes foyer, and a series of inspiring talks and networking sessions to set the tone for the year ahead.

Our Vibe Event Series is all about sparking fresh ideas and conversation. Each month, we’ll bring together thought leaders, researchers, and industry voices to explore the future of Aotearoa’s land-based systems — from climate and water to innovation, biodiversity, and beyond.

19th February 2026
4.00pm-5.30pm
Inaka, Waimarie Lincoln University

Stay tuned — more details will be announced soon. Watch this space!

Timings

4:00pm – Arrival and networking

4:10pm – Welcome from Prof. Chad Hewitt, Provost, Lincoln University

4:15pm – Overview on what LU is doing in this space

4:20pm – Keynote presentation

4:45pm – Q&A

5:00pm – Networking

5:30pm – Event concludes

About Our Speaker

Watch this space as we confirm the speaker for this event

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