Student awards and achievements , Ngā tohu, ngā taumata a ngā tauira

Celebrating success and acknowledging our top students in academic and research excellence is essential at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.

Massey believes in recognising its students for their excellence. We offer several opportunities for students to showcase their achievements at the university. Learn more about the awards and achievements of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral students.

Agriculture, Horticulture and Environmental Science Awards

The annual awards acknowledge Animal Science, Environment Science and Earth Science students, with awards for excellence going to the top student in each qualification. We've been celebrating the best and brightest since 1993.

Find out about the recipients and how to enter the annual Ag awards

Business Academic Excellence Awards

Massey Business School's annual Academic Excellence Awards recognise the academic success of the its high-performing students.

We've been recognising these high achievers since the early 2008.

Find out about the recipients and how to qualify for the academic excellence awards

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Blues Sports Awards

The Blues Sports Awards are part of a longstanding tradition of recognising sporting excellence in New Zealand universities.

The annual awards recognise students achieving outstanding results in their sport and academic studies.

Find out how to enter the annual sports awards

Health student prizes and awards

The College of Health offers prizes and awards for student achievement, contribution and academic success.

We've been recognising these high achievers since the early 2000s.

Find out about the recipients and how to qualify for the CoH prizes and awards

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Exposure

Exposure is a yearly exhibition that showcases and celebrates the College of Creative Arts student artists, designers, media makers and musicians.

The event showcases the innovative work of over 380 graduating students from Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts.

Find out about the yearly exhibition

Doctoral student achievements

Massey's high achieving PhD and professional doctorate students earn awards and recognition for their research, exceptional theses, communication and presentation skills.

We've been recognising these high achievers since the early 2000s.

Find out about the recipients and how to qualify for the doctoral awards

Student success news

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

Two awards, one shared purpose: Social work grounded in self and service

Tuesday 2 December 2025

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s School of Social Work has celebrated the achievements of two exceptional Bachelor of Social Work students with the 2025 Social Work Awards. Hari Wikingi, winner of the Ephra Garrett Award, and Tania McDonald, winner of the Merv Hancock Award have been recognised for bringing their their own lived experiences, courage and passion to their studies and practice.

Grounded in science, centred on people: how Livi Kitson-Clark is redefining sports nutrition

Thursday 27 November 2025

Long before nutrition advice was just a click away, Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) alumna Livi Kitson-Clark was a young tennis player searching library shelves for ways to boost her performance. That early curiosity now drives her work as a registered dietitian, athlete and business owner helping others feel and perform at their best.

Livi smiles as she eats an avocado

Walking alongside rangatahi with heart and purpose

Tuesday 25 November 2025

As a teenager Maraea Alexander, Ngāpuhi, was literally forgotten about when she asked for help with her mental health.

Award recognises Nursing student’s empathy and generosity

Thursday 20 November 2025

Bachelor of Nursing student Lilly-Marie Olsen’s kindness and support for her fellow students has shone through in her first year of study at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.