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Student Edition
Thursday 14 May
All the important campus news, events and opportunities for ANU students.
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Photos: Spencer Reynolds/ANU
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Big Night Out brought students from across ANU residential halls to Willows Oval on Thursday 7 May for a high-energy battle of the bands. The student-run event showcased live music, interhall spirit and the creative talent of our campus community.
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- Reminder: The University's core student administration system, Campus Solutions, is being updated. Systems including ANUHub, MyTimetable, Syllabus Plus, Accept ANU, eForms, Extenuating Circumstances Applications (ECA) and Assessment Extension Applications will be unavailable from Friday 15 May, noon to Monday 18 May, 8am.
- are available for all students, to support a healthy campus this winter.
- Sunday 17 May is IDAHOBIT day, a day that recognises and raises awareness of discrimination faced by LGBTQIA+ communities. Learn more about the .
- Complete our brief and help shape the stories, updates and content delivered to more than 9,000 students who read On Campus each week.
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Seeking your feedback on the attributes of our next Chancellor
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The Council wants the ANU community's feedback on what attributes they are seeking in the University's next Chancellor.
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Feedback is anonymous unless you choose to provide your contact details.
The survey will remain open until Friday 15 May.
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Deferred exam period semester one
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The University has updated the semester one examination schedule to enhance the student and staff experience. From semester one, the examination periods will be:
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- Examination period: 4–20 June
- Deferred/supplementary examination period: 20–24 July
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This change removes the first deferred examination period previously scheduled in semester one and is intended to establish a consistent examination pattern for future semester one teaching periods. The existing semester two arrangement of two deferred examination periods will remain unchanged.
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Photo: Reconciliation Australia
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ýapp Reconciliation Week (NRW) will take place from Wednesday 27 May to Wednesday 3 June, with the theme “All In”, calling on all Australians to commit to reconciliation every day.
Learn more about the ways staff and students can engage with reconciliation both during NRW and beyond.
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Photo: First Nations Portfolio
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Professor Peter Yu, ANU Vice-President (First Nations), delivered the keynote speech at the Stronger, Smarter Together Summit in Meeanjin (Brisbane) on Friday 8 May.
The summit’s theme was ‘Reimagining Sovereignty’.
“The seminal 1992 case of Mabo Two did not, beyond rejecting the repugnant fiction of the Terra Nullius lie, that we were vacant country, address the question of our legal sovereignty. The High Court feared that any recognition of Indigenous sovereignty would fracture the legal skeleton of the Australian state,” Professor Yu said.
“We must ask on what premise do we continue to assert ourselves as Indigenous peoples?”
to learn more about Professor Yu’s reflections on sovereignty, truth-telling and the future of Indigenous self-determination.
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ANU 80th Anniversary Trivia
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This week’s trivia question is:
What are the three elements represented in the ANU Crest?
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Congratulations to our recent trivia winners, staff winner Imogen Bailey and student winner Seungbin Kang. Please contact ANU Corporate Communications to collect your prize.
Last week’s question and answer:
How many Australian PMs are ANU alumni? Answer: Two – Bob Hawke and Kevin Rudd.
Did you know? Other ANU graduates have gone on to become Nobel Prize winners, High Court judges, astronauts, Rhodes Scholars and internationally renowned comedians. Learn more about the .
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A season of change: caring for campus
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Over the coming weeks, ANU Green is heading into campus landscapes and gardens with the ANU Landscape and Conservation and Kitchen Garden program sharing how our green spaces are cared for through Autumn and Winter. From managing green waste and improving soil health to planting for biodiversity and preparing for spring growth.
Follow for simple gardening tips and sustainable practices you can apply at home, whether you have a backyard garden, balcony or a few pots on your windowsill.
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ANU School of Music recognised
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Three of the 30 artists and leaders featured in the Australian ýapp Academy of Music’s 30 Stories project have connections to the ANU School of Music, highlighting the school’s strong ties to industry and community.
Featured in the project are alumni Ronan Apcar and James Munro, alongside current Head of School Chris Sainsbury. The project celebrates influential voices shaping Australia’s music landscape.
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Democracy Sausage: Farrer by-election tea leaves
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What are the challenges for One Nation in navigating a path to opposition status in Australian politics following a dominant political victory? Does Angus Taylor have the political capital to survive the long road back to political relevance for the Liberal Party of Australia?
Psephologist Ben Raue and Political scientist Dr Jill Sheppard dissect the Farrer by-election result and its implications, if any, on politics beyond.
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An ANU researcher’s journey from the centre of Earth to Mars and beyond
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Professor Hrvoje Tkalčić FAA is on a mission to inspire the next generation of scientists. The ANU researcher has just begun his Australian Laureate Fellowship to lead a research group on deep Earth and planetary seismology.
With over $3.8 million in funding from the Australian Research Council and significant support from ANU, this is important recognition of the value of curiosity-driven research.
“It’s exciting because of the trust placed on the research directions that I want to pursue,” says Professor Tkalčić from the .
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Global Canvas cyber incident
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The recent global Canvas outage, which affected some learning and teaching activities on the afternoon of Friday 8 May, was a result of a cyber incident impacting the provider of the system, based in North America. Access to Canvas has since been fully restored and is available for use as per normal. Please remain vigilant by:
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- Reporting any suspicious emails, unsolicited phone calls, or suspicious content on Canvas by submitting a report .
- Reporting an incident in for any further issues with Canvas.
- For additional updates and advice, continue to check our webpage:
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Attend CyberConnect Canberra 2026 for free
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The Information Security Office is offering two ANU students the opportunity to apply to attend , featuring talks, panels, workshops and networking with professionals across cybersecurity, tech, AI, government and industry.
Apply to attend by Friday 15 May, 12pm. Successful applicants and one waitlisted applicant will be notified via their ANU email address by 5pm on the same day.
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Parenting and breastfeeding rooms on campus
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Balancing study with parenting isn’t always easy. The ANU is an accredited and offers parenting and breastfeeding rooms across campus.
The University’s contains guidance on all the breastfeeding spaces on campus including locations, access and opening times and the type of facilities in each room.
You are welcome to breastfeed anywhere on campus; these rooms are an additional option if you prefer privacy or a quiet moment.
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Hantavirus – travel advisory update
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Hantavirus is a rare but serious illness linked to rodent exposure. Students travelling overseas are encouraged to stay informed and follow simple precautions, although the current risk to the community remains low.
International SOS has provided the latest travel advisory update.
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Reminder: ANU is a smoke-free campus
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Smoking, vaping and the use of all smoking products are prohibited across all ANU campuses, including buildings, residences, grounds and vehicles.
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Planetary Health Equity Future Leaders Program
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Applications are open for the fourth cohort of the Planetary Health Equity Future Leaders Program, hosted by the Planetary Health Equity Hothouse and The Privilege Project, School of Regulation and Global Governance.
This fortnight-long program is for PhD students, early career researchers and professionals seeking to engage in theory, research methods and knowledge mobilisation related to planetary health equity.
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Graphic: ANU Latin American Students' Association
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Latin American Night Markets
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Friday 15 May, 6–9pm
University Avenue is set to come alive with samba, capoeira, live music and Latin American street food. Expect local Latino-owned food vendors, DJs, dancers and a carnival atmosphere.
Come early for the food and stay for the music!
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Schubert’s Fantasy & Octet
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Saturday 16 May, 7.30–9pm
The Australian Chamber Orchestra will perform Schubert’s Fantasy & Octet at Llewellyn Hall, directed by Richard Tognetti. The program celebrates the emotional depth and lyrical beauty of Franz Schubert’s chamber music.
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ANU School of Music Staff Lunchtime Concert
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Tuesday 19 May, 1–2pm
Join ANU School of Music staff for a relaxed lunchtime concert featuring cello faculty member Rachel Johnston, with a program including Schumann’s Fantasiestücke and Shostakovich’s Cello Sonata
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Friday 22 May, 6pm – Sunday 24 May 4.45pm
The Sign on Screen Festival celebrates Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) perspectives in filmmaking and explores the representation of sign languages across cinema, television and digital media. The festival will feature screenings, discussions and special guests from across the Australian screen industry, including Deaf and HoH filmmakers, actors and academics.
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Saturday 23 May, 8–10am
Join ANU Sport for a day of strength, community and personal bests, with qualified judges assessing form and providing guidance across bench press, deadlift and squat. Whether you're competing for the first time or chasing a new PB, the event is designed to be both competitive and educational. Lifters will also receive a free event T-shirt on the day.
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Frank Bongiorno will be in conversation with Joshua Black, Marija Taflaga and Peter Yu.
Monday 18 May, 6–7pm
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Shaun Micallef will be in conversation with Adam Shirley
Monday 25 May, 6–7pm
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Three Questions with Dr Dominique Dalla-Pozza
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Dr Dominique Dalla-Pozza, Senior Lecturer, ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy, shares what she is most passionate about in her work, her favourite spot on campus and what makes her most proud to work at ANU.
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This week’s picture comes from Crystal Li, Digital Designer, ANU Communications and Engagement.
"Autumn is my favourite time on campus. I took this photo of fallen leaves on a table, it’s a spot people walk past every day without thinking twice. But in autumn, even simple, everyday places can look really beautiful. This photo is a reminder to notice those little moments you might otherwise miss."
Got a photo you’re proud of? and include a short description about why your snap is special to you.
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Help is available if you need it. If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issue, ANU encourages you to seek support through the Student Safety and Wellbeing team by emailing student.wellbeing@anu.edu.au or calling 02 6125 2211, Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm.
You can also visit our Urgent Support page for a list of 24/7 and crisis support options.
For life threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialing from an internal phone), then call ANU Security at (02) 6125 2249
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The Australian ýapp University, Canberra
ANU is a smoke-free campus, with all smoking products prohibited under the .
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The Australian ýapp University acknowledges, celebrates and pays our respects to the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people of the Canberra region and to all First Nations Australians on whose traditional lands we meet and work, and whose cultures are among the oldest continuing cultures in human history.
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