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Remembering Professor Chris Scogings

Thursday 21 May 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University acknowledges the passing of Professor Chris Scogings, Head of the School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, and celebrates his life, legacy and significant contribution to the university and the advancement of computer science.

Five decades of communication at Massey

Monday 18 May 2026

This year marks 50 years of teaching communication at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University, a milestone that reflects not only the growth of a programme, but the transformation of an entire discipline.

Gaining real-world experience through internships

Tuesday 12 May 2026

Internship opportunities are helping business students gain real-world experience before they graduate, offering a pathway to apply their learning in industry settings.

Exploring regenerative science at 2026 Fieldays®

Monday 11 May 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s stand at Fieldays® 2026 will showcase regenerative science and circular bioeconomy innovation supporting more sustainable and resilient farming systems.

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Research news

We are a research-led university with a reputation for excellence in innovation and the creation of new knowledge. Get the latest research stories.

How is your parenting shaping your child’s emotional wellbeing?

Wednesday 20 May 2026

The role family dynamics play in a child’s emotional development, particularly in the post-pandemic era is the focus on a free seminar being hosted at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Manawatū campus next week.

Unlocking the science of thriving in veterinary medicine

Monday 18 May 2026

Being a veterinarian was a childhood dream for Dr Charlotte Cantley, but getting a place at vet school wasn’t easy. Decades later, after a full clinical career, raising a family and navigating the realities of the profession, she’s graduating again, this time with a PhD focused on a question that had quietly shaped her journey: what helps veterinarians not just cope, but thrive?

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Art project to broadcast kiwi calls live across the world

Thursday 14 May 2026

Artists and Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University art lecturers Jenny Gillam and Eugene Hansen are preparing to broadcast the call of New Zealand’s native icon, the kiwi, live from a remote valley in Te Pēwhairangi Bay of Islands to listeners all over the world.

‘Being there’, the core role of great nurses worldwide

Monday 11 May 2026

He’s nursed in the most challenging humanitarian emergencies of our time, but Andrew Cameron believes the real heroes of nursing are those caring for our elderly in rest homes and hospitals throughout New Zealand.

Student success news

Discover the inspiring success stories of our students, many of whom are balancing studying alongside other commitments.

Three Massey staff celebrate PhD graduations alongside their students

Thursday 21 May 2026

Three staff from the Colleges of Health and Humanities and Social Sciences crossed the graduation stage yesterday to collect their doctoral degrees, sharing the moment with some of the students they teach.

Mental health social work equips clients to recover

Thursday 21 May 2026

Just months after completing her Bachelor of Social Work at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University Katie Ward-Donnellan is changing lives as a mental health social worker.

Massey’s support initiative drives Pacific student achievement

Thursday 21 May 2026

More than 160 Pacific students recently crossed the stage at Massey’s graduation ceremonies in Auckland, Palmerston North and Wellington, reflecting the success of strategic initiative Pūrehuroatanga.

Creative writing graduate wins major Commonwealth short story award

Wednesday 20 May 2026

A creative writing graduate from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has won the Pacific regional category of one of the world’s leading international short fiction awards.

Opinion and features

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One company dominates NZ’s live music scene – how do we encourage competition?

Thursday 21 May 2026

By Associate Professor Dave Carter and Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart

Your Family, your history: New book challenges kiwi narratives

Tuesday 12 May 2026

Professor Richard Shaw is urging New Zealanders to reflect more deeply on their own family histories and their connection to colonisation, with the release of his latest book, 'The Good Settler – Essays from other people’s lands', recently published by Massey University Press.

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

Massey University Press wins at the 2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards

Monday 18 May 2026

Mr Ward’s Map: Victorian Wellington street by street, written by Elizabeth Cox, published by Massey University Press and designed by Senior Lecturer, Dr Jo Bailey has won the BookHub Award for Illustrated Non-Fiction at the 2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards.

Weaving knowledge across generations: Manu Kawana awarded Honorary Doctorate

Tuesday 5 May 2026

The Honorary Doctorate of Education awarded to Manu Kawana recognises his exceptional contribution to Māori education, cultural development and community wellbeing. The award honours a lifetime of service freely given in the pursuit of equity, understanding and transformative education for all.

Entries open for the 2026 New Zealand Food Awards

Friday 1 May 2026

For more than 35 years, the awards owned and delivered by Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University, have played a key role in the industry. They offer food and beverage manufacturers a platform to network, gain industry insights and receive valuable advice from experts.

A lifetime of influence in Māori education: Rāwiri Wright honoured with Doctorate

Wednesday 15 April 2026

After decades shaping kaupapa Māori education nationwide, Rāwiri Wright has been recognised with an Honorary Doctorate of Education from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.

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Remembering Professor Chris Scogings

Thursday 21 May 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University acknowledges the passing of Professor Chris Scogings, Head of the School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, and celebrates his life, legacy and significant contribution to the university and the advancement of computer science.

One company dominates NZ’s live music scene – how do we encourage competition?

Thursday 21 May 2026

By Associate Professor Dave Carter and Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart

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