The University of Canterbury's first Doctor of Education has graduated saying he wants to be a good role model for his children. Te Hurinui Karaka-Clarke and his whānau on graduation day (From left - youngest son Richie Renata Clarke, Te Hurinui Karaka-Clarke and wife Claire Robertshaw). Photo: Te Hurinui Karaka-Clarke Te Hurinui Karaka-Clarke of Te Arawa and Ngāi Tahu received his doctorate in his hometown of Rotorua after what he says has been a fairly long journey but that it felt wonderful to be at the finish line. A soldier for 12 years, Karaka-Clarke decided to pursue his doctorate to be a role model to his own children as well as his community so they could pursue their own aspirations.