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Op-Ed: It’s not about banter – it’s about bullying

Thursday, 14 May 2015, 1:00 pm | Massey University

The recent publication of the Out on the Fields study of homophobia in sport in English-speaking countries has highlighted what sexual and gender minorities know all too well: homophobia is alive and well and living in our communities. Let us be clear: this study is not ... More >>

Health coaching a psychology grad’s dream

Wednesday, 13 May 2015, 1:37 pm | Massey University

Sarah McGuinness’s investigation of body image and eating attitudes of midlife men and women for her psychology honours research has led her to doing something positive and practical to address issues she observed among those she studied. More >>

Info and enrolment evenings on campus this week

Wednesday, 13 May 2015, 10:53 am | Massey University

Finding out the courses on offer, uncovering scholarship opportunities and demystifying the enrolment process are just three key reasons for attending the information evenings on Wednesday and Thursday this week at the Auckland campus. More >>

Volunteer expo can open doors to jobs

Wednesday, 13 May 2015, 10:52 am | Massey University

Volunteering is now seen by many employers as an essential component of an employee’s CV, and Massey University students will get an opportunity on Wednesday to see how they can make a difference at the annual Volunteer Expo. More >>

Sharing social work supervision research with Singapore

Wednesday, 13 May 2015, 10:50 am | Massey University

Sharing research knowledge with other countries is an important part of building a strong network of global expertise that has a positive impact on communities. More >>

Cricket connection plays out at graduation

Tuesday, 12 May 2015, 2:30 pm | Massey University

When cricket legend and former Black Cap Jacob Oram was capped at the first of Massey University’s six ceremonies yesterday he met up with his former high school coach, also in graduation garb. More >>

Like father, like daughter – science is a family affair

Tuesday, 12 May 2015, 1:05 pm | Massey University

Female scientists may be a rare breed, but two Massey graduates are bucking the trend, following in their father’s footsteps as they graduate on the same stage where their fathers are seated. More >>

May 12 celebrates International Nurses’ Day

Tuesday, 12 May 2015, 10:23 am | Massey University

May 12 2015 marks the 195th anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth, and is also International Nurses’ Day. More >>

Investigating nutrition in young children with autism

Friday, 8 May 2015, 12:41 pm | Massey University

In New Zealand one child in every 100 is diagnosed with a condition on the autism spectrum. It can be a stressful time for families coping with the reality of this diagnosis. More >>

Cricket legend among Massey graduates

Friday, 8 May 2015, 11:06 am | Massey University

Doctoral research on volcanoes, New Zealand Cricket, dairy cow fertility, glaucoma, understanding depression in the elderly and how to tackle adolescent literacy problems are some of the topics covered in 33 PhDs being conferred at Massey University’s ... More >>

Sumo comedy a classic Japanese film

Wednesday, 29 April 2015, 4:49 pm | Massey University

The May 4 screening of Japanese films at Massey University’s Auckland campus should prove a welcome respite from the cooling autumn nights. More >>

Reversing New Zealand’s brain drain

Wednesday, 29 April 2015, 11:20 am | Massey University

Massey University PhD graduate David Ellis hopes his thesis will help expat New Zealanders make the decision to return, as well as assist businesses to attract the talent they need. More >>

Wanganui’s rich history in the spotlight

Wednesday, 29 April 2015, 10:51 am | Massey University

Illuminating local stories of WWI, early rugby history, politics in the Depression era, and the lives of early missionaries are among topics in a public seminar series launching in Wanganui on May 3. More >>

Understanding modern China vital for NZ

Wednesday, 29 April 2015, 9:33 am | Massey University

Understanding the complexities and dramatic changes shaping life in modern China is crucial for New Zealanders wanting to do business there, according to lecturers from Massey University’s Chinese language programme. More >>

Political parties need to embrace ‘super-diversity’

Friday, 24 April 2015, 11:51 am | Massey University

How communities and institutions – from the police and community groups to political parties – adapt to Auckland’s ‘super-diversity’ is the focus of a major study involving Massey University. More >>

Massey communication experts comment on Ponytail-gate

Thursday, 23 April 2015, 4:21 pm | Massey University

Please find below commentary from two Massey University communication experts on the issue of the Prime Minister pulling the ponytail of waitress Amanda Bailey. More >>

Family has most impact on investment choices

Thursday, 23 April 2015, 9:58 am | Massey University

It’s long been assumed that an investor’s own personal characteristics and the financial advice they receive shapes their decision making. But a Massey University PhD graduate has found that the strongest influence of all comes from those you live ... More >>