University of Canterbury scholarship helps Māori and Pacific students navigate life on campus 11 Feb, 2021 10:13 PM 2 minutes to read Favor Leavasa, Solomon Davis and Kisania Shingleton are taking part in the University of Canterbury's new Takere programme for Māori and Pacific students. Photo / University of Canterbury Favor Leavasa, Solomon Davis and Kisania Shingleton are taking part in the University of Canterbury's new Takere programme for Māori and Pacific students. Photo / University of Canterbury NZ Herald By: Te Rina Triponel, Māori Affairs Reporter A new scholarship at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha University of Canterbury will support and help first-year Maori and Pacific students navigate university life.