Universities are all about serious study and preparing students for high-flying careers, but Otago University has acknowledged the fun side of student life in its Christmas video message.
The clip features a day in the life of the all-male Selwyn Ballet, set to music from popular Christmas ballet The Nutcracker.
The famous classical ballet troupe is the second-oldest in the world, having started as part of Otago University's capping show in 1928.
It has now become a firm tradition among first-year male students at Dunedin’s Selwyn College hostel.
Most of the guys have no prior dance experience, but work with a professional choreographer during the year to learn their routines.
As well as the annual capping show, the trainee ballet dancers have also been invited to perform at international rugby, netball and basketball matches.
The Selwyn Ballet is now in its 86th year, with famous alumni including former All Black captain David Kirk and former New Zealand cricket skipper John Wright.
The university's Christmas video is sent out to students, parents, and industry contacts and also includes a message from vice-chancellor Harlene Hayne.
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