Our centenary will celebrate the moments, people, discoveries and impact we’ve made across the motu and the world.
The theme of the celebration is ‘100 Years of the University of New Zealand’, which honours our roots and affirms our national reach, modes of education delivery and deep connections with communities across Aotearoa.
100 years of the University of New Zealand 1927 – 2027
He Rautau hei Whare Wānanga o Aotearoa 1927 – 2027
Meet the people who drove Massey through a centenary of change. Discover our groundbreaking research and learn about the contributions our alumni make in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.
Stories from Massey’s first 100 years will launch on 1 February 2027.
Centenary events
A year of celebration is being planned across our campuses and communities with many ways to connect, celebrate and be part of Massey's centenary.
Upcoming planned events in 2027:
- Exhibitions on each campus beginning in February, showing our evolution over 100 years
- Community picnic in February
- Formal dinner to celebrate with our alumni, partners and supporters in May
- A community celebration of Matariki/Puanga
- Research and teaching showcase
- A student celebration of Massey’s 100-year journey in October
- Cocktail evening in November, celebrating with alumni, partners and supporters
- International partners celebrations in November
- End-of-year functions for Massey staff in December
We'll share more details as plans are confirmed.
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