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Turitea Historic Area officially added to New Zealand Heritage List Rārangi Kōrero
Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga and Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University are pleased to celebrate the recognition of the Turitea Historic Area on the New Zealand Heritage List Rārangi Kōrero.
Disaster management leaders named as Distinguished Professors
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University Vice-Chancellor Professor Jan Thomas has announced the appointment of Professors David Johnston and Christine Kenney as Distinguished Professors.
Massey’s on-campus students have the highest pass rates in Aotearoa
The latest data from the Tertiary Education Commission shows strong results for the university.
New ministerial appointments to Council and Ngā Kaiwhakapūmau Tiriti
Jo Davidson and Mark Ratcliffe have been appointed to the University Council and a new Te Tiriti leadership body is established.
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Victory spike for students in Staff vs Student volleyball match
Mid-July saw the third Staff vs Students sporting event take place, featuring a high-energy volleyball match for the Wellington cohort.
Building minds and fuelling potential at inaugural Children’s University Discovery Day on Ōtehā campus
Curiosity and future aspirations were ignited as two school groups from Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland attended the first Children’s University Discovery Day on Ōtehā campus, gaining firsthand experience of university life.
Partnership brings industry training programme to Pōneke Wellington
BIG FAN has partnered with Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University to bring their Ignite programme to Pōneke Wellington for the first time.
Turitea Historic Area officially added to New Zealand Heritage List Rārangi Kōrero
Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga and Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University are pleased to celebrate the recognition of the Turitea Historic Area on the New Zealand Heritage List Rārangi Kōrero.
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
New species and genera of wētā discovered in the south
Three new species of wētā have been discovered in the southern regions of Aotearoa New Zealand, belonging to two new genera.
Study exposes Islamophobia and discrimination against Muslims in Aotearoa New Zealand
The first baseline study of Muslims in Aotearoa New Zealand has revealed some stark insights into experiences of inclusion, discrimination and Islamophobia.
New research on the hazard impacts of pyroclastic density currents
A group of scientists from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University recently co-published an article on the hazard impacts of pyroclastic density currents. Pyroclastic density currents are fast-moving avalanches of hot volcanic particles and gas.
The silent spreader: Reassessing the role mice have in Leptospirosis risk
Emerging research highlights mice as a critical yet underestimated source of leptospirosis, emphasising the need for improved strategies to control the spread of the infectious disease.
Student success news
Social work placement leads to career change
Bachelor of Social Work graduate Tracy Edwards found that social work aligned with her drive for social justice.
Massey athletes set for success on global stage
From late July, over 50 of our Massey whānau will be competing on the world stage. We caught up with a few of the athletes to hear about their preparations and how they balance their busy schedules.
Seventeen students secure prestigious China Scholarship Council PhD awards
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) has released the list of successful recipients for the 2024 round, and Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has seen a significant increase in PhD students being awarded a scholarship.
Living a career highlight: graduate to make Paris debut
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise alumnus and canoe slalom athlete Finn Butcher is gearing up for the biggest highlight of his career to date, having qualified for his premiere performance in Paris next month.
Opinion and features
Opinion: Re-politicising and decolonising transport planning
By Professor Imran Muhammad
Opinion: How should teachers consider AI in assessment?
By Professor Giselle Byrnes
Awards and appointments
Prime Minister's Scholarship group awardees for 2024 announced
More than 30 students from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have the opportunity to take up life-changing international learning experiences after the university was awarded three group programmes in the latest round of the Prime Minister’s Scholarships.
Disaster management leaders named as Distinguished Professors
Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University Vice-Chancellor Professor Jan Thomas has announced the appointment of Professors David Johnston and Christine Kenney as Distinguished Professors.
Massey University professor elected as ICA fellow
Head of School of Communication, Journalism and Marketing (CJM) Professor Stephen Croucher was elected a Fellow at the International Communication Association (ICA) conference last month.
Riddet Institute researcher selected for KiwiNet’s Emerging Innovator Programme
Riddet Institute Research Officer Dr Debashree Roy has been selected for the prestigious KiwiNet Emerging Innovator Programme.
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Victory spike for students in Staff vs Student volleyball match
Mid-July saw the third Staff vs Students sporting event take place, featuring a high-energy volleyball match for the Wellington cohort.
New species and genera of wētā discovered in the south
Three new species of wētā have been discovered in the southern regions of Aotearoa New Zealand, belonging to two new genera.
Social work placement leads to career change
Bachelor of Social Work graduate Tracy Edwards found that social work aligned with her drive for social justice.
Study exposes Islamophobia and discrimination against Muslims in Aotearoa New Zealand
The first baseline study of Muslims in Aotearoa New Zealand has revealed some stark insights into experiences of inclusion, discrimination and Islamophobia.
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