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University of Otago
The University of Otago (pronunciation: /ˈoʊtɑːɡoʊ/) is a public university located in Dunedin, New Zealand. It is the oldest university in New Zealand, having been established in 1869 by a committee led by Thomas Burns.
Etymology
The name "Otago" originates from the Māori word "Ōtākou", which refers to a settlement on the Otago Peninsula. The exact meaning of "Ōtākou" is not known, but it is believed to refer to a place of red earth.
Related Terms
- Public university: A university that is predominantly funded by public means.
- Dunedin: The second-largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the principal city of the Otago region.
- Thomas Burns (minister): A prominent early settler of Otago, New Zealand, and a leader of the Free Church of Scotland.
- Māori language: The language of the indigenous population of New Zealand, the Māori.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on University of Otago
- Wikipedia's article - University of Otago
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