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Finalists announced for 2025 Quote of the Year competition
Politicians under pressure, our most successful high jumper, an award-winning film maker, and some frustrated and frank conservationists are among the finalists in Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s annual Quote of the Year competition.
Food technology continues to shine with back-to-back top 50 global rankings
Food Science and Technology has once again been ranked as Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s top subject in the recently released 2025 Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
2025 Professorial promotions announced
In the most recent promotion round, eight Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University staff were promoted to Professor and 22 to Associate Professor. The promotions will take effect from 1 January 2026.
Nominations open for Quote of the Year 2025
It’s time to decide the favourite Kiwi quote of 2025, and Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is inviting you to help identify it. If there is a quote by a New Zealander you think deserves to be celebrated, please nominate it now .
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Visionary Māori visual arts programme celebrates 30 years
Toioho ki Āpiti – Bachelor of Māori Visual Arts, a pioneering programme that has shaped generations of Māori artists and advanced Indigenous-led arts education, celebrated its 30th anniversary last week at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.
Lifelong learning in action: celebrating staff at Manawatū graduation
The November graduation season saw 15 Massey staff join students in Manawatū marking major academic milestones.
Master of Sustainable Development Goals wins silver at Global Education Awards
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Master of Sustainable Development Goals (MSDG) programme has been internationally recognised for its innovative approach to sustainability education, earning silver at the QS Reimagine Education Awards.
Fergus goes global: A year of adventures from Fergus on Tour
This year, Fergus the ram well and truly went global. Through Sport Massey’s new Fergus on Tour initiative, our beloved mascot travelled around the world to join student athletes on their competitive journeys.
Research news
Exploring kiwifruit’s potential as a natural sleep and mood booster
Dr Alexander Kanon’s PhD research explored whether kiwifruit could be the secret ingredient to supporting better sleep, mood and brain health, with his findings revealing the New Zealand-grown fruit may offer more benefits than previously understood.
Safeguarding New Zealand fur seal/kekeno through assessing population trends and threat factors
Dr Alasdair Hall’s fascination with marine mammals began long before his research into Aotearoa New Zealand’s fur seal/kekeno population, work that has improved understanding of how the species is faring and the challenges present.
New brain research paves the way for future treatment of neurological disorders
New research has uncovered a process in the brain that could pave the way for future treatments of neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Nowhere to hide: "Forever chemicals" unavoidable for dolphins and whales
New research reveals the significant risk New Zealand’s toothed whales and dolphins (odontocetes) face from human-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These are also known as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down naturally in the environment.
Student success news
Master of Applied Social Work students acknowledged for care and community
The School of Social Work recently celebrated four Master of Applied Social Work (MASW) students who are the recipients of the Student Excellence Awards and the Te Ata Hāpara Award.
Student filmmaker recognised for creative excellence
Massey’s Loyd Gorme Doron, a rising star in Aotearoa New Zealand’s creative scene, has won the Creative Excellence award at the Hui Mai, Tui Mai Wellington Educated International Student Excellence Awards.
Two awards, one shared purpose: Social work grounded in self and service
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s School of Social Work has celebrated the achievements of two exceptional Bachelor of Social Work students with the 2025 Social Work Awards. Hari Wikingi, winner of the Ephra Garrett Award, and Tania McDonald, winner of the Merv Hancock Award have been recognised for bringing their their own lived experiences, courage and passion to their studies and practice.
Grounded in science, centred on people: how Livi Kitson-Clark is redefining sports nutrition
Long before nutrition advice was just a click away, Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) alumna Livi Kitson-Clark was a young tennis player searching library shelves for ways to boost her performance. That early curiosity now drives her work as a registered dietitian, athlete and business owner helping others feel and perform at their best.
Opinion and features
Finalists announced for 2025 Quote of the Year competition
Politicians under pressure, our most successful high jumper, an award-winning film maker, and some frustrated and frank conservationists are among the finalists in Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s annual Quote of the Year competition.
Opinion: Measuring what matters: Why “distance travelled” could transform tertiary education in New Zealand
By Dr Tere McGonagle-Daly
Opinion: Spotify Wrapped ghosted NZ music again. Local artists and audiences deserve more
By Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart
Opinion: The Hong Kong high-rise fire shows how difficult it is to evacuate in an emergency
By Professor Ruggiero Lovreglio, Dr Erica Kuligowski and Associate Professor Milad Haghani
Awards and appointments
Bridging oceans and communities with Mana Tūāpapa Future Leader Fellowship
Behavioural ecologist and conservation scientist Dr Philippa Brakes has been awarded a Mana Tūāpapa Future Leader Fellowship from Royal Society Te Apārangi.
Master of Sustainable Development Goals wins silver at Global Education Awards
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Master of Sustainable Development Goals (MSDG) programme has been internationally recognised for its innovative approach to sustainability education, earning silver at the QS Reimagine Education Awards.
Student filmmaker recognised for creative excellence
Massey’s Loyd Gorme Doron, a rising star in Aotearoa New Zealand’s creative scene, has won the Creative Excellence award at the Hui Mai, Tui Mai Wellington Educated International Student Excellence Awards.
Listening to the unheard: Community voices reshaping Aotearoa’s health system
Health Research Council’s inaugural Te Ata Hāpara award recipient Dr Angelique Reweti, Ngāpuhi, is listening closely to voices too often left unheard in Aotearoa New Zealand’s health system. Many people feel unable to seek help when they need it. These moments remain uncounted and unseen, yet they reveal where the system is falling short.
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Visionary Māori visual arts programme celebrates 30 years
Toioho ki Āpiti – Bachelor of Māori Visual Arts, a pioneering programme that has shaped generations of Māori artists and advanced Indigenous-led arts education, celebrated its 30th anniversary last week at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.
Master of Applied Social Work students acknowledged for care and community
The School of Social Work recently celebrated four Master of Applied Social Work (MASW) students who are the recipients of the Student Excellence Awards and the Te Ata Hāpara Award.
Bridging oceans and communities with Mana Tūāpapa Future Leader Fellowship
Behavioural ecologist and conservation scientist Dr Philippa Brakes has been awarded a Mana Tūāpapa Future Leader Fellowship from Royal Society Te Apārangi.
Lifelong learning in action: celebrating staff at Manawatū graduation
The November graduation season saw 15 Massey staff join students in Manawatū marking major academic milestones.
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