One of the most vital ways that students can feel this sense of community is through their memberships with the association’s affiliated clubs. 

“Just because you’re doing business studies at Massey in Palmerston North and come from a nice, white, middle class background... it can still happen to you,” she said.

Victoria University students are pushing for a 5-point grade bump for all students as other universities have implemented similar frameworks to support their students.

Founder of Wā Collective, Olie Body, is excited about a breakthrough trial of free menstrual products in schools, but says this is only one of many steps that needs to be taken.

Massey students remain puzzled as Bennett’s Book store closes on the Wellington campus with no warning or consultation. 

“We should celebrate the win. It's a result of students across the nation coming forward and having their voices heard,” said Paterson.

MAWSA Vice-President of Engagement, Liam Davies, believes that it is the association’s responsibility to ensure the welfare of Massey University students.

While some folks have struggled to spend their time wisely in the restrictions of Covid-19, others have jumped at the chance to dedicate more time to their hobbies.

A Wellington-based university student is struggling to keep up with painting commissions after sharing her nude painted self-portrait online.

Last month Tessa Guest won the 2021 MAWSA presidential election in a landslide result, and is ‘buzzing’ for next year. 

Student Elections are another event that the Albany Student Association had to operate online in order to comply with the Level 2.5 restrictions placed upon Auckland.

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All residents, regardless of if they were living in self-catered accommodation or in an existing meal plan have now been moved to a fully catered meal plan.

An announcement made by the government last week aimed at increasing course related costs from $1,000 to $2,000 has received mixed reactions from students across the country.

There is also a two-week 'no charge' for the flat if a tenant tests positive for COVID-19 while living in the flat.

Albany postgraduate science students are worried about the future of their studies in the wake of Massey University’s ‘Digital Plus’ strategy being announced.

The festival was not the only sight to see in Newtown on Sunday after an impromptu pro-choice protest popped up across from pro-life protestors outside Wellington Hospital.

Within her new role, Anderson hoped to “provide guidance for students in terms of looking after their overall wellbeing – not just their study.”