New Zealand Chinese Students' Association
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Abbreviation | NZCSA |
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Established | 1996 |
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Membership (1,500) | 3,000 total |
Official language | English, Chinese Mandarin |
President | Summer Jing Xia |
Affiliations | Auckland University Students' Association, Chinese Consulate-General, Auckland, |
Staff (67) | 115 |
Volunteers (100) | 100 |
Website | www |
The New Zealand Chinese Students’ Association (NZCSA) is an incorporated student society that aims to serve the Chinese students in New Zealand, promoting the Chinese Culture and act as a bridge between the Chinese student community and the local mainstream community.[1]
History[]
Starting in 1996, NZCSA began its life as a student initiative to connect the Chinese students in New Zealand who shared the same vision, providing them with a chance to expand their capabilities as well as associate with like-minded young leaders.
Services[]
Since then, NZCSA has become the largest Chinese student organisation while establishing itself as a reputable entity in the local business community. NZCSA sees around 800 new members each year and currently has a committee of 65 students. It holds over 4000 members in the member database as means of advertising to and bringing influence for its own values and business opportunities. NZCSA has a strong presence across multiple channels including Wechat, Sina Weibo, Facebook and Skykiwi forums.
NZCSA hosts a range of events from The NZCSA Ski Trips to "Xue-Tang" Exam Tutorials. Its major annual events attract over 100 participants with advertisements covering entire city campus of University of Auckland (“UoA”), while its co-operating business partners (around 60) and the partnership Chinese student organisations in all major tertiary institutes. On top of NZCSA's events, there are also joint events it holds with ASIA - an alliance of all Asian student organisations in the University of Auckland, such as the Grande Royale Ball and the Halloween Party. NZCSA also has strong relationships with media companies and holds industrial and professional contacts with production companies.[2]
Flagship Events[]
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Welcome Party[]
Welcome Party is held annually for NZCSA members at the beginning of the university semester. It's designed to help students, especially those that are new to the university, to get familiar with the new environment and make more friends. There is a different theme for the Welcome Party every year, but the major goal is to provide NZCSA members a relaxing and comfortable environment to enjoy and have fun.
Professional Networking[]
Professional Networking aims to provide students a perfect chance to engage with experienced professionals and have a clearer vision for their future career development. The event is made up of three major sections: Discussion Tables Night, which offers a chance for participants to practice interpersonal skills with NZCSA alumni and graduates; PN Evening, which includes a presentation section from experienced speakers and a networking section; and Speed Networking that provides students the opportunity to engage one-on-one with prospective employers.
DreamWorks[]
DreamWorks is the largest and most influential singing competition for Asian singers. This is a chance to stand under the spotlight and bath in the attention of the audience.
Constitution[]
The Constitution has been approved by the committee with an overall rate of 86.86 per cent of committee members on 5 May 2015, 71 committee members attended, 542 votes counted against 8 modules.
Structure[]
The Committee of NZCSA consists of 5 departments, 115 positions.
Presidium[]
The 2021 Presidium of NZCSA consists of 1 President.
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1 March 2003 | 29 February 2004 | ||||||
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1 March 2004 | 28 February 2005 | |||||
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1 March 2005 | 30 June 2006 | Term of Office Changed. | |||
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1 July 2006 | 30 June 2007 | ||||
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1 July 2008 | 30 June 2008 | |||||
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1 July 2008 | 30 June 2009 | ||||
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1 July 2009 | 30 June 2010 | ||||
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1 July 2010 | 30 June 2011 | ||||
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1 July 2011 | 30 June 2012 | ||||
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1 July 2012 | 30 June 2013 | ||||
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1 July 2013 | 31 December 2013 | Term of Office Changed. | |||
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1 January 2014 | 31 December 2014 | ||||
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1 January 2015 | 31 December 2015 | ||||
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1 January 2016 | 31 December 2016 | |||
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1 January 2017 | 31 December 2017 | ||||
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1 January 2018 | 31 December 2018 | ||||
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1 January 2019 | 31 December 2019 | |||||
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1 January 2020 | 31 December 2020 | |||||
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1 January 2021 | 31 December 2021 |
Executive Group[]
The 2021 Executive Group of NZCSA consists of 1 President, 2 Director of Operations, 2 Directors of Business Development, 2 Director of Human Resources, 1 Directors of Information Technology,1 Director of Secretary General, 1 Director of Director of Finance, 2 Director of Marketing.
2021[]
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Co-Director of IT | Kai Chen | ![]() |
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2019[]
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2018[]
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Left office on 2018-03-27 | |
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Left office on 2018-07-16 | |
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Director of Alumni Relations | ![]() |
Left office on 2018-07-16 |
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Position | Name | Citizenship | Note |
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Director of IT | ![]() |
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Director of Marketing | ![]() |
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Director of Marketing | ![]() |
Left office on 2017-04-23 | |
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2016[]
Position | Name | Citizenship | Note |
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President | Naisi Chen | ![]() |
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Left office on 2016-03-25 | |
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2015[]
Position | Name | Citizenship | Note |
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Secretary-General | Naisi Chen | ![]() |
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Treasurer | ![]() |
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Director of Business Development | ![]() |
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Director of Human Resources | ![]() |
Left office on 2015-07-28 | |
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Director of IT | ![]() |
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Director of Marketing | ![]() |
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Director of Operations | ![]() |
Left office on 2015-06-09 | |
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2014[]
Position | Name | Citizenship | Note |
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See also[]
References[]
- ^ "New Zealand Chinese Students' Association - Home". About NZCSA. 16 March 2015. Retrieved 16 March 2015.
- ^ "Chinese Student Association (NZCSA) - The University of Auckland". New Zealand Chinese Students’ Association (NZCSA). 13 May 2015. Retrieved 13 May 2015.
- ^ "NZCSA 新西兰中国学生联合会欢迎你". NZCSA. 16 March 2015. Retrieved 16 March 2015.
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- Chinese-New Zealand culture
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- Overseas Chinese organisations