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Congratulations to Massey’s King’s Birthday Honours List 2026 recipients
Alumni, staff and former staff from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2026, including Professor Emeritus Sir James Chapman, who has been named a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (KNZM) for services to literacy education.
Massey University secures approval for second Joint Education Institute in China
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University announced today it has received formal approval from the Chinese Government to establish a second Joint Education Institute (JEI) in China, marking a major milestone in the university’s transnational education strategy.
Remembering Professor Chris Scogings
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
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.
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Congratulations to Massey’s King’s Birthday Honours List 2026 recipients
Alumni, staff and former staff from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2026, including Professor Emeritus Sir James Chapman, who has been named a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (KNZM) for services to literacy education.
Massey, HATA and T.R. Ellett Trust team up to boost agriculture teacher capability
A new series of micro-credential professional development courses has been launched to strengthen agriculture and horticulture teaching capability in secondary schools across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Massey University secures approval for second Joint Education Institute in China
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University announced today it has received formal approval from the Chinese Government to establish a second Joint Education Institute (JEI) in China, marking a major milestone in the university’s transnational education strategy.
Conference brings global communication voices to Massey
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University will host an international gathering of communication researchers, students and community organisers in Palmerston North in June, as part of the International Communication Association’s (ICA) 2026 conference.
Research news
New study aims to find out who cares for the carers
Family carers’ unpaid and underpaid labour remains one of New Zealand's most overlooked social justice issues. Researchers from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University are calling out to carers to come forward and share their stories.
Melanoma deadlier for men, new data shows
Men in Aotearoa New Zealand are significantly more likely to die from melanoma than women, with new data showing the gap widens sharply later in life.
Nurturing connections and growing impact in donor milk research
A multidisciplinary research team led by Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University Senior Lecturer Dr Ying Jin has completed a major Health Research Council (HRC) Health Delivery Activation Project aimed at improving how whānau are supported to make decisions about donor human milk in hospitals across Aotearoa.
The first year of solid food could influence your infant’s health for life
New research suggests berries and black beans have potential to feed good gut bacteria in babies during weaning, ultimately leading to better health later in life.
Student success news
Next-generation property professional awarded Colliers Bursary
Bachelor of Business (Property) student Sophie Rollitt has been named the 2026 recipient of the Marcus Kitt Colliers Bursary, recognising her strong academic performance, industry experience and dedication to the property profession.
Three Massey staff celebrate PhD graduations alongside their students
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
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
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.
Opinion and features
Opinion: The arts, not move-on orders, are part of the solution to homelessness
By Professor Elspeth Tilley
Entanglement injuries cause prolonged suffering for whales and dolphins – early intervention is crucial
Co-authored by Professor Karen Stockin and Professor Antonio Fernández.
Kiwi or not to be: can a citizenship test really measure what it means to be a New Zealander?
By Professor Richard Shaw
Opinion: When Parliament defines a woman, whose woman are they defining?
By Professor Mohan Dutta
Awards and appointments
AI-powered builder’s tool takes top prize in Grand Ideas competition
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Semester One Grand Ideas competition has recognised a diverse range of ideas aimed at solving real-world challenges.
Massey University Press wins at the 2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards
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
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
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.
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Congratulations to Massey’s King’s Birthday Honours List 2026 recipients
Alumni, staff and former staff from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2026, including Professor Emeritus Sir James Chapman, who has been named a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (KNZM) for services to literacy education.
Opinion: The arts, not move-on orders, are part of the solution to homelessness
By Professor Elspeth Tilley
Massey, HATA and T.R. Ellett Trust team up to boost agriculture teacher capability
A new series of micro-credential professional development courses has been launched to strengthen agriculture and horticulture teaching capability in secondary schools across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Massey University secures approval for second Joint Education Institute in China
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University announced today it has received formal approval from the Chinese Government to establish a second Joint Education Institute (JEI) in China, marking a major milestone in the university’s transnational education strategy.
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