Maori Club

Towards the end of last year a Maori Club came into existence at Victoria by its affiliation to the Students' Association.

Many Maori students attending University require something Maori—to be able to speak Maori—to be able to discuss Maori topics—to be able to express thoughts in Maori—and so far Victoria has not provided for this need of "Maori atmosphere." It is hoped that this club, as part of the Student Association's activities, will be able to provide this need. Pakehas are welcome.

Club practices in Room U.15 (Little Theatre) are held fortnightly as from March 9, 1959. The club is to act as host for a national conference of Maori students scheduled for July. This will necessitate more frequent practices later on.

The existence of the club should be of special interest to any students doing Maori Studies Stage 1 as a language subject.