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News - Displayed on Website	Mark J Brown	10/11/2026
Born in Levin, raised in PN, Graduated in 1984 with Batchelor of Business Studies having come from PN Boys High School. Long career in Consulting, Banking and software mostly in London. Sold my software business in the UK in 2022.

News - Displayed on Website	Phillippa A Newman	10/11/2026
All my previous skills and qualifications worked perfectly for a versatile role within the disability sector. Having a disability myself meant the option for studying from home was so beneficial and allowed for more time with my family too.

News - Displayed on Website	Grace T Paulson	10/11/2026
I studied part time while working mostly in the IT department. Enjoyed all the years spent studying and working. After leaving Massey, I worked as an IT project manager and assistance academic registrar before moving to Infrastructure Project management. Proposal writing was part of my job and managed to secure funding for several infrastructure projects. I now work as the director for infrastructure and development at a University in Papua New Guinea and will be setting up my own consultancy beginning 2027.

News - Displayed on Website	Tilak Sarma	10/11/2026
Starting a new life in a different country, rebuilding your career, and starting from scratch is never easy. My journey in New Zealand has been one of challenges, learning and personal growth. My MBA played a significant role in shaping this journey. It taught me resilience, broadened my perspective and helped me approach life's challenges with a different mindset. One of my proudest milestones was securing New Zealand residency after just 12 months of working and studying in the country. Beyond this personal achievement, I am passionate about sharing my experiences and supporting fellow international graduates and colleagues who are navigating similar journeys. Looking back, my time at Massey was about much more than earning a qualification; it was about discovering new possibilities, building confidence and developing the resilience to embrace change. I hope my journey encourages others to take that leap of faith, stay determined, and make the most of the opportunities ahead. Kind Regards Tilak

News - Displayed on Website	Yvonne F Moore	22/10/2026
Worked as lab tech in Nutrition Laboratory in Dairy Husbandry with Colin Holmes at Massey. Now retired.

News - Displayed on Website	Arsenia V Ximenes Da Cruz	22/10/2026
Worked for the Government of Timor-Leste as professional staff at the National Directorate of Climate (2020-2021), then worked at Centre for Integrated Planning, Ministry of Planning and Strategic Investment (2022-2023). Currently, doing PhD research study on localised climate adaptation for nature-based solutions at the University of Galway, Ireland (2024-2027)

News - Displayed on Website	Nicole W Rex	14/10/2026
Enjoyed my time at Massey doing my Grad Dip in business it helped me land my dream job working in Media. Fakaaue lahi mahaki Massey University!

News - Displayed on Website	Adelle K Simpson	14/10/2026
Qualified as an accountant then left NZ to explore the world for a couple of years … almost 30 years later and I’m still exploring!

News - Displayed on Website	Marcus B Wai	14/10/2026
Massey alumnus Marcus Wai has been promoted to Senior Vice President at independent investment banking firm Cassel Salpeter & Co. in Miami. Since joining the firm at its founding in 2010, Marcus has focused his advisory practice on fairness and solvency opinions, while also supporting mergers and acquisitions and capital raising engagements. He holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Massey University, with a focus on economics and finance. Read more about Marcus and his work at https://www.casselsalpeter.com/overview/team/marcus-wai/

News - Displayed on Website	Liping Xu	14/10/2026
Proud to complete my Master and PhD degrees in Massey. It's an incredible 6-year journey. Now I'm working in the tertiary education sector advocating for international education that New Zealand offers to the world.

News - Displayed on Website	Keith Westwater	5/10/2026
The story of the poet’s motherless and peripatetic childhood is told in the poems of No One Home, followed by his time as a boy soldier in Home Base. Sing to Me of Home gathers the best of those poems into one volume along with work from three earlier collections and other poems published and new. Keith Westwater’s work teases apart his own life with honesty, compassion and wry humour, and applies that same lens to life in Aotearoa. Rugby, the Christchurch earthquakes, colonialism’s impact on native birds and the plight of Poneke rough sleepers jostle each other alongside poems that exalt the everyday and celebrate those places we call home and all the ways they carry us. https://aureliabooks.co.nz/products/sing-to-me-of-home

News - Displayed on Website	Eko Widodo	28/08/2026
I was graduated from department of Animal Science in 1994 or 1995, Faculty of Agriculture

News - Displayed on Website	Thomas F McGrath	30/07/2026
Between 1984-87 I studied extramurally at Massey and completed the six- paper Diploma in Business Studies at the end of that period. I still have the certificate framed and on the wall of my home office. Distance education is often solitary and requires considerable self-motivation and can be easily disrupted by work, family and home commitments. However, for me, being able to study in that way was a great help because it meant I could gain an extra qualification while continuing to work full time. I'm grateful that distance education became a major part of the Massey story over its hundred years. The class contact part of the courses usually amounted to a few days in May and August and for me, that was enough time to meet other students and ask the lecturers any questions about course contents. Partly as a result of completing the diploma, I succeeded in getting tutoring work at the Open Polytechnic in 1988 and remained there for the following 23 years. In the course of being an academic staff member there I contributed chapters to a couple of books and papers to conference proceedings. My teaching subjects included employment relations, and human resource management. After leaving the Open Polytechnic, I worked for 4 years teaching a range of courses in the NZ Diploma of Business programme at the Pacific Training Institute in Wellington. However in recent years I've become better known as an author. The content in my books is quite unrelated to the work I did in my teaching career, but I rather think that the years of extramural study at Massey helped me to become an author. Blasted By Seeds (published 2015) Wartime Secrets from the Family Home (published 2023)

News - Displayed on Website	Tommy Valdez	30/07/2026
Reflecting on my time at Massey, I can confidently say that my education there has been a cornerstone of my career success. The program's emphasis on comprehensive resource management and sustainable environmental practices provided me with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of environmental planning. The supportive academic environment and the innovative research opportunities allowed me to explore and develop my interests in sustainability, which have been pivotal in my professional journey. Throughout my career, I’ve been privileged to apply the principles I learned at Massey to various projects that prioritize ecological balance and community engagement. The university’s commitment to fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration prepared me to tackle real-world challenges effectively. Upon graduation in 1993, I returned to the Philippines and continued my work at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Today, I serve as the Senior Vice President of the San Roque Power Corporation, the largest hydropower project in the Philippines, where I oversee Environment and Social Governance. In this role, I have been fortunate to lead initiatives that not only advance environmental stewardship but also empower local communities to embrace sustainable practices. It has been incredibly fulfilling to see the tangible positive impacts of our efforts on both the environment and the lives of local residents. Massey University has not only shaped my academic and professional identity but has also provided me with a network of like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference. I hold dear the friendships I formed and the insights I gained from my peers and professors, many of whom have gone on to make remarkable contributions in their respective fields. As we approach this significant centenary, I look forward to reconnecting with fellow alumni and celebrating our collective achievements. I am excited to share my story and be part of the ongoing narrative that highlights the impact of Massey University on our lives and the world around us.

News - Displayed on Website	Angeleen M Willocks	28/07/2026
I am excited to be a part of a Ground breaking SART (Sexual Assault Response Team), providing support to Victim Survivors of sexual assault . A collaboration between Queensland Health, Office of Dept of Public Prosecutions, Queensland Police and The Women’s Centre. I and my colleagues from The Womens Centre - Sexual Assault Support Service (SASS) support Survivors of Sexual Assault - ensuring they understand and aware of the options open to them, that their choices are heard and supported every step of the way. For the women we offer specialised SA counselling for a little or long as needed.

News - Displayed on Website	Carvarinho M Bento	23/07/2026
Since graduating from Massey University with a Bachelor of Aviation Management in November 2018, my professional journey in Timor-Leste has evolved across higher education and civil aviation leadership. Upon returning, I began sharing my academic knowledge as a part-time lecturer at the Dili Institute of Technology (DIT), a role that contributing to student learning and curriculum delivery that I continue to hold today. Following the pandemic, I transitioned into civil aviation on October 25, 2021, joining the Civil Aviation Authority of Timor-Leste (AACTL, I.P.) through the Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) program. During this impactful assignment ending June 30, 2022, I integrated into the authority’s operational environment and supported key institutional workflows. Recognizing my contributions, AACTL, I.P. extended my involvement through consecutive annual contracts from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2026. Over almost these five years with the AACTL, I.P., I earned trust as a technical officer, leading to appointments as Chief of the Department of Market Access and International Cooperation and subsequently Director of Licensing and Market Access (DLAM). In these roles, I worked across key technical and administrative domains, handling international Air Service Agreements (ASAs), environmental compliance initiatives like CORSIA, and broader regulatory coordination. This journey allowed me to bridge my academic principles with high-level aviation diplomacy and oversight, establishing a strong foundation for my ongoing professional development.

News - Displayed on Website	Linda M Bapty	15/07/2026
I recently retired and returned to NZ, and family, this time to the beautiful South Island, in Christchurch - new places to explore! I left services for Older People, Auckland in 1996, heading home via Asia, to BC Canada, where I finished my MA thesis 2000, and worked in various nursing positions within Community Health in acute care, in the community, and in education and best practices. Happy to be back!

News - Displayed on Website	~ Anjali	8/07/2026
Completed my Master of Finance with Merit (specialising in Risk Analytics) from Massey University in May 2026. Currently seeking opportunities in Risk Analysis, Credit Analysis, and Financial Analysis roles across New Zealand and Australia. Open to connecting with fellow alumni working in the finance industry.

News - Displayed on Website	Wenli Zhang	4/07/2026
I am the one who studied from professor Larry Rose in year 2003 and got the top student in the class, there were no A+ students and i had the highest overall percentage tied with another student. There was the wood plaque with my name on it. I also studied course 125 220 from professor Bennet Andrea in year 2003...... I have worked in a securities company in China for many years as an anayst after i finished my study.

News - Displayed on Website	Rangi Naera	26/06/2026
Social worker of almost 40 years, 6 years as a Senior Lecturer at Manukau Institute of Technology back in the field as a HIP worker in the far north.

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