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Discover news about our university – from all three campuses and online: Auckland, Manawatū in Palmerston North and Wellington.

Bachelor of Health Science gains international accreditation

Friday 6 December 2024

The Health Promotion and Mental Health and Addiction majors have become the first programmes in Aotearoa New Zealand to gain International Union of Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) accreditation.

Teaching Excellence Award winners for 2024 announced

Thursday 5 December 2024

The Vice-Chancellor’s Teaching Excellence Awards are the premier awards that celebrate excellence in teaching and learning across the university.

2024 Professorial promotions announced

Thursday 5 December 2024

In the most recent promotion round, 12 Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University staff were promoted to Professor and 25 to Associate Professor. The promotions will take effect from 1 January 2025.

Going the distance through student representation

Thursday 5 December 2024

Bachelor of Arts student Michelle Matson has recently been elected as the student member of the Massey University Council for a two-year term.

Michelle Matson in an orchard.

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.

Latest NZ Drug Trends Survey shows growing influence of digital and synthetic drug markets

Thursday 21 November 2024

The first findings from the 2024 New Zealand Drug Trends Survey (NZDTS) show a decline in the price of meth, increasing cocaine use and availability and an increased availability of psychedelics.

New book documents historic woolsheds in Aotearoa New Zealand

Monday 11 November 2024

Woolsheds are ubiquitous in the New Zealand landscape and many people have fond memories of working and playing in them. But with the collapse of wool prices and the decline of the industry, many now lie unused and in danger of being lost along with their histories.

Empowering research: Six Massey projects receive Marsden Fund support

Thursday 7 November 2024

Te Pūtea Rangahau a Marsden, the Marsden Fund, have announced funding for six Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University research projects.

Research shows $17.3b of benefits contributed by the live performance sector in Aotearoa New Zealand

Monday 4 November 2024

The research was conducted by Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts (CoCA) and Aotahi School of Māori and Indigenous Studies at the University of Canterbury.

Student success news

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

The dark side of social media: Uncovering the cost of viral challenge trends

Monday 9 December 2024

Dr Victoria Nazari’s PhD research examined how different groups perceive risky social media challenges and how these perceptions impact participants.

A journey through history: the academic path of a lifelong learner

Monday 9 December 2024

Dr Delwyn Blondell's Massey journey began with a passion for history and evolved into a deep academic commitment.

Social work in action: Gaining global experience through work-integrated learning

Monday 9 December 2024

Fourth-year Bachelor of Social Work student Courtney Williamson is completing her final placement in Sweden, where she's gaining hands-on experience in the field she’s passionate about.

Nursing student acknowledged for unwavering empathy

Friday 6 December 2024

For Bachelor of Nursing student Cerise Tamanui, Ngāti Porou, nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling rooted in compassion, advocacy and service to others. She was recently honoured as the recipient of the Jodee Redmond Memorial Award for 2024.

Cerise Tamanui holding her certificate alongside Paul Redmond-Wager who is sitting in a wheelchair.

Opinion and features

Get commentary, opinions and editorial articles from Massey's experts and our wider community.

Opinion: The barbarians are inside the walls

Thursday 5 December 2024

By Professor Richard Shaw

Professor Richard Shaw

Opinion: Higher education’s ‘quiet revolution’ a vital evolution

Wednesday 16 October 2024

By Professor Giselle Byrnes

Two people walk through the entrance hall of the Vet Science building, Tāwharau Ora.

Opinion: The foreign interference conundrum

Tuesday 8 October 2024

By Dr John Battersby

John Battersby in a suit looking at the camera

Massey University Press: Elevating research and reputation through publishing

Tuesday 24 September 2024

Launched in 2015, Massey University Press is a vibrant platform for scholarly and creative voices that enrich Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultural landscape.

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

2024 Professorial promotions announced

Thursday 5 December 2024

In the most recent promotion round, 12 Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University staff were promoted to Professor and 25 to Associate Professor. The promotions will take effect from 1 January 2025.

Professor Johnson Witehira announced as new head of Te Rewa o Puanga School of Music and Screen Arts

Monday 2 December 2024

Distinguished designer, academic and practicing artist Professor Johnson Witehira, Tamahaki, Ngāi Tū-te-auru, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.

Riddet Institute Director awarded Pickering Medal for work on iron deficiency solutions and food innovation

Friday 29 November 2024

Leading researcher and Director of the Riddet Institute, Distinguished Professor Harjinder Singh FRSNZ, has been honoured with the prestigious Pickering Medal by the Royal Society Te Apārangi.

Professor Vicki Karaminas honoured with the Humanities Aronui Medal for contributions to fashion studies

Friday 29 November 2024

The Humanities Aronui Medal is awarded annually for research or innovative work of outstanding merit in the humanities.

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The dark side of social media: Uncovering the cost of viral challenge trends

Monday 9 December 2024

Dr Victoria Nazari’s PhD research examined how different groups perceive risky social media challenges and how these perceptions impact participants.

A journey through history: the academic path of a lifelong learner

Monday 9 December 2024

Dr Delwyn Blondell's Massey journey began with a passion for history and evolved into a deep academic commitment.

Social work in action: Gaining global experience through work-integrated learning

Monday 9 December 2024

Fourth-year Bachelor of Social Work student Courtney Williamson is completing her final placement in Sweden, where she's gaining hands-on experience in the field she’s passionate about.

Nursing student acknowledged for unwavering empathy

Friday 6 December 2024

For Bachelor of Nursing student Cerise Tamanui, Ngāti Porou, nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling rooted in compassion, advocacy and service to others. She was recently honoured as the recipient of the Jodee Redmond Memorial Award for 2024.

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