Regional principals meet with Massey leaders

Ten secondary school principals from the Manawatü region met with the University's leadership team, senior staff and students on Monday at the campus Sport and Rugby Institute.

Vice-Chancellor Steve Maharey said the meeting was an opportunity to hear from principals about the issues they are facing and to find out how the University can attract more school leavers.

Mäori and Pasifika student achievement was an issue raised by the principals and Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Mäori and Pasifika) Dr Selwyn Katene outlined the University’s strategies.

Five presentations were given by senior academics on topics including Massey’s aviation programme, the bachelor of engineering programme, education management, pathways to business careers and professional development for teachers.

Assistant Vice-Chancellor (External Relations) Cas Carter said the meeting was an important part of the University’s engagement with secondary schools and she will follow up with principals to have more in-depth discussions.

The meeting with principals was part of an annual leadership team engagement with staff and stakeholders at each of the campuses.