We welcome the University of Waikato's graduates, staff and friends (including former Study Abroad and Exchange students) to our alumni and friends community. We encourage you to stay in touch with us as we seek to connect you with valuable learning opportunities to increase your knowledge and help you in your careers. With more than 87,000 alumni worldwide, this community also provides valuable opportunities to expand your networks and stay connected with the University. Alumni relations is part of the University's Development Office, which also looks after fundraising.