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Pathology: Shaping future vets into guardians of food and health
Inside the leading veterinary school in Australasia, Tāwharau Ora School of Veterinary Science has a pathology suite purpose-built with a clear vision: to support advanced veterinary teaching and deliver high-level capability in animal health investigation and response.
A lifetime of influence in Māori education: Rāwiri Wright honoured with Doctorate
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.
Massey expands connections across Southeast Asia
From Singapore to Surabaya, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University continues to strengthen its presence across Southeast Asia, following a recent university-wide delegation through the region.
Massey enters world top 15 in 2026 QS Subject Rankings
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has achieved remarkable results in the 2026 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Subject Rankings with a new global top 15 subject ranking.
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Pathology: Shaping future vets into guardians of food and health
Inside the leading veterinary school in Australasia, Tāwharau Ora School of Veterinary Science has a pathology suite purpose-built with a clear vision: to support advanced veterinary teaching and deliver high-level capability in animal health investigation and response.
Strengthening China–Massey ties: Ambassador visits Manawatū campus
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University recently welcomed His Excellency Dr Wang Xiaolong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to New Zealand, to its Manawatū campus, underscoring the depth and significance of the university’s long-standing engagement with China.
Honouring Sir Alan Frampton KNZM
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University honours the life and legacy of Sir Alan Russell Frampton KNZM, Professor Emeritus and former Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, who passed away peacefully on 10 April 2026.
Massey expands connections across Southeast Asia
From Singapore to Surabaya, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University continues to strengthen its presence across Southeast Asia, following a recent university-wide delegation through the region.
Research news
Massey’s RIBB design set to have global impact on vaccine safety
Researchers at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have worked with New Zealand Health - Te Whatu Ora to test, launch and commercialise a device that could save millions of dollars in wasted vaccines and temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals.
New approach to garment design could significantly reduce waste
Doctor of Philosophy graduate Zewei Li is challenging one of fashion’s biggest problems — waste, with a radical rethink of how garments are made.
Empowering locals to respond to disasters caused by natural hazards
PhD graduate Dr Manomita Das researched how communication supports community members to be prepared for natural hazards. She says preparing our communities in advance of an extreme event needs to become a higher priority.
Research finds New Zealand farmers largely getting phosphorus fertiliser balance right
New research suggests Aotearoa New Zealand farmers are broadly matching phosphorus fertiliser use to the needs of their soils, helping maintain relatively stable nutrient levels across the country’s agricultural land.
Student success news
Building a future in the built environment
It was the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes that first sparked Brooke Chiwawa’s interest in construction and the built environment, inspiring her to later study a Bachelor of Construction – Construction Management.
A communication career that’s gone into orbit
When a phone call came through from the International Space Station, Massey University alumna Ally Koehler had a moment of confusion. Then it clicked. The voice on the other end was an astronaut, calling from space.
Global manufacturing leadership powered by a Massey EMBA
Massey alumnus Rob Woolner is helping lead one of New Zealand’s most innovative manufacturing companies, drawing on knowledge gained during his Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.
Academy of Sport supports professional footballer to get closer to career in health
Kate Taylor has always wanted to be a midwife and a professional footballer. Thanks to the support from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University she’s turning both those dreams into reality.
Opinion and features
Opinion: Beyond the gender divide: why we need more students to stick with mathematics
By Dr Richard Brown
¡Hola! Celebrating Spanish at Massey on International Spanish Language Day
International Spanish Language Day is celebrated at Massey this year with special significance, marking 30 years of Spanish language teaching and cultural connection at the university.
Luxon lives on as leader. Public perception is a tougher challenge
By Associate Professor Suze Wilson
Whale strandings draw emotional responses. But repeated rescues can cause more harm
By Professor Karen Stockin
Awards and appointments
A lifetime of influence in Māori education: Rāwiri Wright honoured with Doctorate
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.
Massey UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Livelihoods renewed to 2030
UNESCO has extended the tenure of Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Livelihoods Professor Stuart Carr through to 2030.
Celebrating the women shaping the future of food science and technology
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is proud to recognise two outstanding women in food science and product development through the Massey University Woman in Food Science and Technology Award.
Double shortlist success for Massey University Press
Two Massey University Press publications have been named among the 16 finalists in the prestigious Ockham New Zealand Book Awards for 2026.
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Pathology: Shaping future vets into guardians of food and health
Inside the leading veterinary school in Australasia, Tāwharau Ora School of Veterinary Science has a pathology suite purpose-built with a clear vision: to support advanced veterinary teaching and deliver high-level capability in animal health investigation and response.
Opinion: Beyond the gender divide: why we need more students to stick with mathematics
By Dr Richard Brown
Strengthening China–Massey ties: Ambassador visits Manawatū campus
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University recently welcomed His Excellency Dr Wang Xiaolong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to New Zealand, to its Manawatū campus, underscoring the depth and significance of the university’s long-standing engagement with China.
Building a future in the built environment
It was the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes that first sparked Brooke Chiwawa’s interest in construction and the built environment, inspiring her to later study a Bachelor of Construction – Construction Management.
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