Rate My Professor Beth Frei

Beth Frei serves as the Pūtea Tautoko Manager within Student Services in the Academic Division at the University of Otago, located in Dunedin, New Zealand. In this capacity, she manages the Pūtea Tautoko Student Relief Fund, which was established in 2020 to deliver temporary financial assistance to current University of Otago students facing severe financial hardship that poses a significant barrier to their studies. The fund addresses urgent needs arising from unexpected circumstances, such as loss of income, reduced family support, or other crises, helping students cover essential costs like housing, food, and utilities to enable them to remain enrolled and engaged in their academic pursuits.

The Pūtea Tautoko fund is student-funded, with a compulsory annual fee incorporated into enrolment fees starting from 2026 to enhance its scope and accessibility. Managed from Scott/Shand House at 90 St David Street, Dunedin 9016, the fund supports students across all university campuses through a structured application process assessing financial need and impact on education. Beth Frei's direct dial is +64 3 470 4726.