School News

Fox Glacier Tragedy

Dr Martin Brook was on the spot during the recent tragedy at Fox Glacier. He and other Massey staff were teaching a class of 3rd year students (145.303) techniques in Glaciology and Alpine Geomorphology when the ice fall occurred. Dr Brook was interviewed by TV3 News and commented on the danger of ice falls at the terminal face and how Fox Glacier could be made safer for tourists.

2008 Running Hot Conference

The Running Hot Conference held in Wellington during October 29th - 31st 2008 was well attended by several academics from across the disciplines within the School of People, Environment and Planning. The conference theme was 'Interconnections: NZ Science in the 21st Century'.

The conference is reviewed by Bete Flager and features a special interview with our Head of School Dr. Henry Barnard. Running Hot Review (447 KB)

College News

Graduation ceremonies celebrated half a world away

From their home in Turkey, two proud parents watched live as their daughter crossed the stage at a Palmerston North graduation ceremony.

Asian signs show city’s cosmopolitan character

The proliferation of Asian language signs in Auckland creates a sense of belonging for new migrants, and a space for others to experience and learn...

Special ceremony honours Maori graduates

Maori graduates have celebrated with whanau and friends at a ceremony to honour their achievements.

Homecoming for leading philosopher

Professor Rom Harre has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Massey University at a graduation ceremony in Palmerston North.

New mums struggle with ‘myths of motherhood’

First time mothers' romanticised expectations of motherhood can leave them feeling unprepared for the reality, a Massey University researcher says.

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Last updated on Thursday 08 July 2010