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Massey shines at the 2024 Rainbow Excellence Awards
The sixth annual New Zealand Rainbow Excellence Awards ceremony saw Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University awarded both the Partners Life Supreme Award and the Simpson Grierson Impact Award.
Teaching excellence recognised at Te Whatu Kairangi Awards
School of Aviation Lecturer John Murrie and the Mental Health and Addiction Team have been recognised in the Te Whatu Kairangi Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Awards.
More than 70 academics recognised in prestigious list of top global researchers
Leading food scientists, communication experts, and researchers exploring the intersection of wildlife and human disease transmission at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have been recognised as some of the world’s leading experts in their fields.
Fonterra offer new Undergraduate Food Technology Scholarships for 2025
The scholarships are being offered to students starting their study at Massey in February 2025.
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Sacred wisdom and creative connection: celebrating the Women’s Art Initiative
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is hosting the Women’s Art Initiative (WAI) exhibition at Tiritea House on the Manawatū Campus from 4 to 23 October.
Reflecting an evolving market with fifth edition of finance textbook
Originally published in 2000 and first revised by Massey University Press in 2017, the Fundamentals of Finance textbook has recently undergone its fifth revision to better support first-year business students navigating an ever-evolving financial landscape.
Soaring aspirations: Highlights from Aviation Open Day
The School of Aviation Open Day offered prospective students a glimpse into the diverse career paths on offer in the aviation sector.
Fonterra offer new Undergraduate Food Technology Scholarships for 2025
The scholarships are being offered to students starting their study at Massey in February 2025.
Conversations That Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take
Conversations That Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take is a mixed media, podcast, editorial and event series brought to you by Massey University in partnership with The Spinoff. It provides a platform for the university and community experts to share their thoughts on how to overcome some of New Zealand’s biggest challenges.
Research news
Home affordability continues upward trend
National home affordability has improved in the past quarter, according to the latest Home Affordability Report from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.
Biodiversity: The unsung hero of human health and ecosystem resilience
Newly published work has highlighted that ecosystems rich in diverse species contribute to cleaner air, water, more food resources and aids in the discovery of medicines. The loss of biodiversity through activities like deforestation and pollution threatens these benefits.
Harnessing NZ leaders and universities for enhanced organisational performance
Understanding how to optimise organisational culture is the subject of a first-of-its-kind research initiative led by Massey Business School PhD candidate Susanna Lee.
Greener choices, sharper minds: research links sustainability and brain health
The positive impacts that sustainable living can have on brain health is the subject of a research project led by Associate Professor Susanne Röhr from the School of Psychology.
Student success news
From advocate to social work professional
For Hawa Lee, pursuing a Master of Applied Social Work was more than just a return to academia. It was a transformative journey that deepened her commitment to helping others and grew her passion for mental health advocacy.
Postdoctoral researcher recognised by global dairy award
Postdoctoral fellow and PhD candidate at the Riddet Institute, Natalie Ahlborn, has received second prize at an international dairy industry award after impressing the judges with her milk research.
Winning 3MT focuses on fairer pathway for overseas doctors to work in NZ
Aotearoa New Zealand has a chronic shortage of doctors – so why is there not a faster pathway for overseas doctors to practice here?
A journey of strength and aroha – being brave to follow your dreams
Having the courage to start something new isn’t easy, but Rachelle Thurgood, Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Maru, did just that when she decided to follow her dream and study towards a Master of Applied Social Work .
Opinion and features
Massey University Press: Elevating research and reputation through publishing
Launched in 2015, Massey University Press is a vibrant platform for scholarly and creative voices that enrich Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultural landscape.
Opinion: The Free Speech Union: Leaping from climate surveys to moral panic
By Professor Mohan Dutta
Opinion: Honouring the past, shaping the future: Aotearoa Social Workers’ Day and the journey ahead
By Professor Kieran O’Donoghue
Awards and appointments
Spotlight on sporting excellence: 2024 Blues Awards finalists announced
The upcoming annual Blues Awards will celebrate 149 student athletes from 40 different sports, recognising their dedication and outstanding achievement in both sport and study.
Massey shines at the 2024 Rainbow Excellence Awards
The sixth annual New Zealand Rainbow Excellence Awards ceremony saw Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University awarded both the Partners Life Supreme Award and the Simpson Grierson Impact Award.
Teaching excellence recognised at Te Whatu Kairangi Awards
School of Aviation Lecturer John Murrie and the Mental Health and Addiction Team have been recognised in the Te Whatu Kairangi Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Awards.
More than 70 academics recognised in prestigious list of top global researchers
Leading food scientists, communication experts, and researchers exploring the intersection of wildlife and human disease transmission at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have been recognised as some of the world’s leading experts in their fields.
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Home affordability continues upward trend
National home affordability has improved in the past quarter, according to the latest Home Affordability Report from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.
Spotlight on sporting excellence: 2024 Blues Awards finalists announced
The upcoming annual Blues Awards will celebrate 149 student athletes from 40 different sports, recognising their dedication and outstanding achievement in both sport and study.
Sacred wisdom and creative connection: celebrating the Women’s Art Initiative
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is hosting the Women’s Art Initiative (WAI) exhibition at Tiritea House on the Manawatū Campus from 4 to 23 October.
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