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New Impact and Innovation qualifications launch in 2027
A new Impact and Innovation qualification will be introduced for the 2027 academic year, designed for students wanting to tackle real-world challenges with study pathways at bachelor’s, postgraduate diploma and master’s level.
Outstanding achievements recognised in Alumni Excellence Awards
The awards recognise graduates whose exceptional achievements, leadership and service have made a significant impact in their professions, communities and beyond.
Emirates Team New Zealand brings unusual patient to Vet School
A routine inspection for Emirates Team New Zealand turned into an unusual case for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital when two foil arms from the America’s Cup team’s foiling yacht arrived for a Computed Tomography (CT) scan.
Massey University and NIFTEM-K sign partnership to advance Food Technology research and education
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has strengthened its international collaboration in food science and technology through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with India’s National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K).
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New Impact and Innovation qualifications launch in 2027
A new Impact and Innovation qualification will be introduced for the 2027 academic year, designed for students wanting to tackle real-world challenges with study pathways at bachelor’s, postgraduate diploma and master’s level.
Learning from communities to better serve communities
Future clinical psychologists at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University are learning directly from Pasifika communities as part of a unique annual event designed to strengthen culturally responsive mental health care in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Partnership powers Massey-led disaster resilience training for Manaaki scholars
Thirty Manaaki scholars from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries experienced Aotearoa New Zealand as a classroom and a living laboratory during Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Disaster Risk Reduction for Resilience Manaaki Short-Term Training Programme.
Award-winning artist Tracey Moffatt to discuss creative practice at annual lecture
Organised by Whiti o Rehua School of Art in partnership with Te Papa Tongarewa, this annual event is a highlight of the calendar for Aotearoa New Zealand’s photography community, drawing large and enthusiastic audiences each year.
Research news
Research highlights how teachers use data to improve learning
Teachers across Aotearoa New Zealand are using a range of information to support student learning, but new research suggests a stronger collaboration and shared approach could help schools make better use of data.
AI speaks English – but what about the world’s other 7,000+ languages?
New research is aiming to make artificial intelligence (AI) work for all languages, helping ensure AI reflects the diversity of global cultures and helping prevent language loss through a widening digital divide.
Landmark protein study reveals food quality
A milestone human nutrition study by Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University researchers has won a prestigious award from one of the world’s top academic journals.
Putting people at the centre of virtual reality shopping
Fascinated by the intersection of technology and human behaviour, Dr Aysu Erensoy’s doctoral research explored how people experience shopping in virtual reality (VR), uncovering practical ways emerging technologies can create better customer experiences.
Student success news
Finding a calling in the classroom
After 17 years in retail management, Raymond Carpendale realised the part of his job he enjoyed most wasn't the technology or the business. It was helping people.
Building careers through sport
When Lizzie Deane-Jackson began studying at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University, she wasn't entirely sure where her degree would take her.
Bachelor of Communication takes alumni from Massey to the movies
When Ellen Drower attends events like the Oscars and BAFTAs, she's working alongside Hollywood publicists to showcase the Kiwi artists and technicians behind some of the world's biggest films.
Massey footballers making their mark
From lifting professional trophies to representing Aotearoa New Zealand on the world stage, footballers with connections to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University are excelling at the highest levels of the game.
Opinion and features
Return of the Red Scare: how the US right is weaponising the word ‘communism’
By Professor Ted Zorn
Is social housing policy failing NZ families trying to move from renting to home ownership?
By Dr Simon Opit
Opinion: Why the friends you make at university often become mates for life
By Professor Kirsty Ross
Opinion: The Pentagon declares war on manopause
By Professor Beth Greener and Dr Megan MacKenzie
Awards and appointments
Professor Tracy Riley appointed Chair of Fulbright New Zealand
Professor Riley is taking on the leadership role following the organisation's July board meeting.
Outstanding achievements recognised in Alumni Excellence Awards
The awards recognise graduates whose exceptional achievements, leadership and service have made a significant impact in their professions, communities and beyond.
Massey researcher receives international honour for leadership on academic freedom
Professor Mohan Dutta has been recognised with one of the highest service honours in communication, receiving the Presidential Citation from the National Communication Association (NCA).
Staff and students celebrated at the NZIFST Conference
Staff and students from the School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences have been recognised for their contributions to food science and innovation at the 2026 New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST) Conference.
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Return of the Red Scare: how the US right is weaponising the word ‘communism’
By Professor Ted Zorn
Research highlights how teachers use data to improve learning
Teachers across Aotearoa New Zealand are using a range of information to support student learning, but new research suggests a stronger collaboration and shared approach could help schools make better use of data.
Professor Tracy Riley appointed Chair of Fulbright New Zealand
Professor Riley is taking on the leadership role following the organisation's July board meeting.
New Impact and Innovation qualifications launch in 2027
A new Impact and Innovation qualification will be introduced for the 2027 academic year, designed for students wanting to tackle real-world challenges with study pathways at bachelor’s, postgraduate diploma and master’s level.
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