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Massey welcomes new head of Public Health
Thursday, 29 October 2015, 10:30 am | Massey University
Pioneering Australian nutritionist and public health champion Professor Roger Hughes begins his new role as the head of Massey University’s School of Public Health on Monday. More >>
Palmy poised to get more active on short trips
Wednesday, 28 October 2015, 3:39 pm | Massey University
Reducing four wheels to two wheels or no wheels – Palmerston North’s civic and business leaders need to come up with innovative ways to encourage people to bike or walk to work, say Massey planners who have released a report on active transport. More >>
Curb the candy consumption and have a healthy Halloween
Wednesday, 28 October 2015, 9:40 am | Massey University
It is a night many parents dread. Children walking the streets and taking sweet treats from strangers. But Halloween does not have to be scary. Here is how you can avoid the frightful sugar rush, and still make sure your kids have a good time. More >>
Award winning nurse talks about aid work in conflict zones
Tuesday, 27 October 2015, 4:33 pm | Massey University
One of New Zealand’s most decorated nurses will speak about his work in some of the world’s most dangerous disaster and conflict zones as he prepares for a second mission to Sudan in December. More >>
Massey historian pens 100-year Red Cross story
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 12:07 pm | Massey University
From knitting socks for WWI soldiers to saving lives in war-torn, natural disaster or Ebola-afflicted nations more recently, the history of the New Zealand Red Cross spans many generations, activities and places, says Massey historian Professor Margaret ... More >>
Reducing cancer inequalities in Māori a priority
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 10:34 am | Massey University
Underlying factors that drive cancer inequalities in Māori, such as poverty, must be addressed immediately, according to Dr Lis Ellison-Loschmann, from Massey University’s Centre for Public Health Research. More >>
New training model at Massey for nurse practitioners
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 10:32 am | Massey University
Massey University’s School of Nursing is a key player in the Government’s newly announced 12-month trial of a training model for nurse practitioners, designed to speed up the time between students completing their studies and starting employment. More >>
2015 Blues Awards winners announced
Friday, 16 October 2015, 3:13 pm | Massey University
More than 100 people attended a glamorous gala dinner in Auckland last night to honour top atheletes studying at Massey University. More >>
Where to for humanities in a corporate world?
Friday, 16 October 2015, 2:16 pm | Massey University
Australian scholar and international authority on cultural and media studies, Emeritus Professor Graeme Turner, will discuss the role of humanities and social sciences in a changing tertiary culture in public talks at Massey University’s Wellington ... More >>
Understanding behaviour – can authorities sniff out crime?
Friday, 16 October 2015, 1:55 pm | Massey University
Could we stop potential terrorism attacks based on pheromone release? A leading human behaviour researcher is visiting Massey University to discuss this and other intriguing topics. More >>
Graphic fantasy design win for Korea bound student
Thursday, 15 October 2015, 3:05 pm | Massey University
Visual Communication Design student Daniel Voss, 19, joins a Wellington delegation to South Korea next week after winning a graphic design competition organised by Weta Workshop. More >>
Connecting with elderly vital, quake survey shows
Thursday, 15 October 2015, 1:19 pm | Massey University
Don't wait for a disaster or emergency before you get to know older people in your neighbourhood – that’s the message of a Massey University public health researcher who has studied the effects of the Canterbury quakes on older people. More >>
Skills and training critical to economic performance
Thursday, 15 October 2015, 11:04 am | Massey University
Skills and training critical to sustained economic performance Apprenticeships and vocational education should be viewed as a normal career pathway for many more young people, and a key way for businesses to recruit and develop their talent pipeline. ... More >>
French artist-in-residency programme confirmed
Wednesday, 14 October 2015, 2:32 pm | Massey University
Three contemporary artists have been selected for the inaugural French artist-in residence programme run by Massey University’s School of Art and the Wellington City Council. More >>
Star studded line-up for 25th Blues Sports Awards
Tuesday, 13 October 2015, 3:00 pm | Massey University
Some of the biggest names in sport will receive 2015 Massey University Blues Sports Awards this week – but who will be named Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year? More >>
Massey’s nutrition focus for National Science Challenge
Tuesday, 13 October 2015, 11:43 am | Massey University
Massey’s top scientists will work on developing vital food solutions, thanks to new research funding launched today in the National Science Challenge High-Value Nutrition. More >>
Tool to improve the quality of care and life for vulnerable
Monday, 12 October 2015, 11:34 am | Massey University
A new electronic assessment tool to improve the quality of care for the elderly and vulnerable could have wider applications for the health of New Zealanders. More >>
The importance of nutrition in the first 1000 days
Monday, 12 October 2015, 10:38 am | Massey University
During the first 1000 days, from conception through to a child’s second birthday, nutrition plays a vital role in promoting optimal growth and development. But what should be one of the most fun stages, starting babies on solid foods, can instead ... More >>
Author needed for NZ’s WWI medical history
Friday, 9 October 2015, 2:55 pm | Massey University
From dental emergencies, treating dysentery and tending the wounded and dying – to the care of horses, donkeys, dogs and canaries as well as breakthroughs in facial plastic surgery – Massey University is seeking a writer for the untold story of ... More >>
NZ joins the global conversation on alcohol-related harm
Thursday, 8 October 2015, 11:17 am | Massey University
The Global Alcohol Policy Conference has just started in Edinburgh, Scotland (7-9 October), with Professor Sally Casswell attending from New Zealand. More >>
