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Student Edition
Thursday 11 June
All the important campus news, events and opportunities for ANU staff.
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Images: On Wednesday 3 June, Senator the Hon Murray Watt, Minister for the Environment and Water, visited Fenner School of Environment and Society to discuss the challenges facing Australian native birdlife in context of renewable energy infrastructure with Dr Dejan Stojanovic and PhD candidate, Stacey Taylor. Photos: Jamie Kidston/ANU
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- The examination period began on Thursday 4 June and ends on Saturday 20 June. Please be mindful of those sitting exams by keeping noise to a minimum.
- Exams can be a challenging time, but support is available. Explore ANU resources on preparing for exams, studying effectively and managing exam stress and anxiety to help you stay focused and look after your wellbeing.
- Need help with student administration, program or course enquiries? Send your queries to student@anu.edu.au or visit one of the four Student Hubs now open across campus.
- June is , a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities and recognise their histories, contributions and achievements. Across ANU, we are committed to fostering an inclusive community where everyone feels safe, supported and valued for who they are.
- are available for all students to support a healthy campus this winter.
- During mid-semester, On Campus will move to a fortnightly schedule, with editions published on 25 June and 9 July, before resuming weekly publication from 16 July.
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An opportunity to observe ANU Council
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The next meeting of the University Council will be held on Friday 19 June. Students can register to observe the open session via a live Zoom link from 9.30–10.30am. This initiative supports transparency and provides students an opportunity to engage with University governance.
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Image: Dr Pat Turner AM at the ANU College of Asia & the Pacific 12th July Graduation ceremony. Photo: Crystal Li/ANU
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Outstanding ANU community members receive King’s Birthday Honours
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Emeritus Professor Prema-Chandra Athukorala, a global trade and development expert, and Dr Pat Turner, former head of Australia’s peak Aboriginal health organisation, are among 25 ANU community members recognised in the King’s Birthday 2026 Honours list.
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Shop ANU has official ANU merchandise, from clothing and stationery to gifts and student essentials, all in one convenient on-campus spot on Joplin Lane.
With their End of Semester One Sale on now until stock clears, it's a great time to grab an ANU jumper or hoodie to keep you warm. And look out for their range of new products in Semester Two.
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Image: Access concession rates to the world’s leading travelling exhibitions. Photo: LolaHubner on Instagram
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Student discounts in Canberra
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Being a student has its perks. From cheaper public transport and discounted movie tickets to savings on food, fitness and entertainment, there are plenty of ways to make your money go further in Canberra. Discover some of the best student discounts available and how to access them.
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80th Anniversary Community Day – 15 August
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Showcase your student projects
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Student clubs and groups are invited to express interest in exhibiting innovative, hands-on projects at Community Day. Exhibition spaces will give visitors the opportunity to explore your work, ask questions and engage with your ideas. Selected groups will receive exhibition space in Kambri and promotion as part of the official program.
Submit your by Tuesday 30 June.
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Are you a musician, dancer, DJ, magician or performer? Expressions of interest are now open for students to perform at Community Day. Selected performers will be promoted as part of the official program and supported through in-kind benefits.
Interested? Find out more and by Tuesday 30 June.
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Staff, students and alumni are invited to share a photo and a reflection on what ANU means to them. Your photos and stories will help celebrate the people and experiences that have shaped Australia's national university over the past 80 years. .
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ANU 80th Anniversary Trivia
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This week’s trivia question is:
What was ANU ranked in the 2025 QS World University Rankings?
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Congratulations to our recent trivia winners, staff winner Dr Paul Burke and student winner Bridget McCormack. Please contact ANU Corporate Communications to collect your prize.
Last week’s question and answer:
What is the name of the creek that runs through ANU? Answer: Sullivan’s Creek
Did you know? Sullivan's Creek is older than ANU itself. Long before the University was established in 1946, the creek flowed through the area and helped shape the landscape that would become the ANU campus. Today, it runs for around 13 kilometres from the foothills of Black Mountain to Lake Burley Griffin and is home to ducks, turtles, fish and other wildlife.
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Photo: Jamie Kidston & First Nations Portfolio/ANU
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National Reconciliation Week 2026
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Last week, the University’s First Nations Portfolio marked National Reconciliation Week by taking part in a range of events and discussions across Australia and internationally. Highlights included Vice-President Professor Peter Yu delivering keynote addresses on Indigenous sovereignty and economic empowerment, supporting the Walk for Truth in Canberra and presenting the 2026 Parliamentary Library Reconciliation Week Lecture.
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A beacon of hope: Katie Sutton is illuminating the past and future of LGBTIQ+ history
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Associate Professor Katie Sutton is bringing to life the overlooked histories of queer, gender-diverse and neurodivergent people.
Sutton grew up in regional Australia in the 1990s. As a neuroqueer kid, they never felt quite at ease at school, during a time when LGBTIQ+ representation was conspicuous by its absence.
Now, as a leading Australian voice in global discussions on gender, neurodiversity and health humanities, Sutton's research is a beacon of hope for the LGBTIQ+ community.
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From petroleum engineer to Master of Energy Change scholar
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After seven years working as a petroleum engineer in Pakistan, Nadir Ahmad Ameen came to ANU to help shape the future of clean energy. Now a Master of Energy Change student and recipient of the Global Power Generation Australia Scholarship in The Hydrogen Economy, Nadir is researching the environmental impacts of hydrogen leakage and its role in the global energy transition.
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Speaking volumes: meet Sabeena Shaikh
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When Sabeena Shaikh began university, she thought medicine was her future. Then a place in the Hindi-Urdu Flagship program sparked a new passion. A study experience in India deepened her connection to the language, culture and history of her ancestors, transforming a curiosity into a calling.
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Review of student discipline settings at ANU completed
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Across 2025, ANU undertook a review of the rules, policies, procedures and operational practices that together form the Student Discipline Framework. The review included significant feedback from the ANU Community.
The final has now been released, alongside the Phase One and Two Consultation Reports.
Together the three reports outline what feedback was received from the community, how it shaped the report, key recommendations and next steps. Implementation of the recommendations is now underway under oversight of the University Registrar.
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Gender-based Violence Prevention and Response at ANU
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ANU is implementing the to strengthen safety, support, and respectful behaviours across our community. Visit the project page to learn more, sign up for updates and find out about upcoming information sessions and consultation opportunities.
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The ANU 2025 Annual Report is now available, highlighting the University’s key achievements, financial performance and progress against strategic priorities.
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Senate Estimates Opening Statements
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ANU Executives and members of ANU Council appeared before Senate Estimates on Thursday 4 June.
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Do you know how AI works?
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Thursday 11 June, 4–6pm and Wednesday 24 June, 12–2pm
Join Large Language Models Unplugged workshops to explore what happens behind the scenes when you interact with AI chatbots – no technical background required.
Register for free using the discount code ANULLM. Limited places.
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Information session – Master of Applied Cybernetics
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Tuesday 16 June, 5pm and Tuesday 4 August, 5pm
Interested in how technologies interact with society and the world around us? Join an online information session to learn more about the Master of Applied Cybernetics, hear from the teaching team and get advice on the application process.
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Australia’s strategic engagement with the southern Indian Ocean islands
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Thursday 18 June, 2–3pm
Join Ashton Robinson for a seminar marking the release of Strategy Amidst Indifference: Australia and the Indian Ocean Islands 1803–2025.
The book examines the southern Indian Ocean as a growing strategic vulnerability for Australia, exploring the region’s history, Australia’s engagement and the implications of emerging geopolitical and security challenges.
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Common Wealth ACT Premiere + Q&A
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Friday 26 June, 6–8pm
The ACT premiere of Common Wealth will be followed by a discussion with director Kane Guglielmi, Senator David Pocock and ANU alumna Katherine Trebeck.
Common Wealth explores the economic and political systems that shape modern life and considers how societies might build greater equity and connection in an increasingly divided world.
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David Solomon will be in conversation with Michelle Grattan.
Tuesday 16 June, 6–7pm
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Ed Coper will be in conversation with Mark Kenny.
Tuesday 23 June, 6–7pm
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- – Monday 22 June, 5.30–6.30pm
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Enjoy rewards at Cafe Mantra
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Cafe Mantra is now on . Collect stamps using the app with every visit and enjoy rewards plus a birthday surprise. Click below to get the Stamp Me app and ask the team how to get started on your next visit.
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This week’s picture was taken by Sarena Bunce, an Executive Search Business Partner from the People and Culture portfolio who captured this bee gathering nectar.
“Life on campus is sweeter when you actually look around. Bee in the moment (and save the bees!)”
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 National University, Canberra
ANU is a smoke-free campus, with all smoking products prohibited under the .
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The Australian National 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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