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Consultation on the Academic Portfolio Change Proposal is ongoing.  The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and Pro Vice-Chancellor (International & Future Students) are meeting with colleges, leaders and teams across the Portfolio. The Registrar and Director of University Experience are also holding their own discussions. If you would like to book a session, please join the session organised for your College or area.

Draft positions descriptions are currently being developed in response to feedback from staff.

Additional FAQs relating to recently published Change Proposal will be shared on the Renew ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵFAQ page soon.

The Residential Experience Division (RED) Change Proposal is open for consultation until 12pm, Wednesday 20 August. You can read the proposal, watch the Town Hall recording and submit your feedback via the Renew ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵwebsite.

The ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵCouncil Minutes for and are now available on the University’s website, following endorsement from ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵCouncil. The Council Minutes for the February and March meetings are also published online. 

The University has appointed two new external members to Council. We are delighted to welcome The Hon Wayne Martin AC KC and Mr Andrew Metcalfe AO, who have been appointed from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2029.

You can read their bios below and the bios for all of our Council members are online.

Mr Martin is a long-serving former Chief Justice of Western Australia and current Chief Justice of Appeal in the Courts of the Dubai International Financial Centre. Mr Martin graduated from the University of Western Australia in 1973, with a Bachelor of Laws and First Class Honours and has a Master of Laws from King’s College, London. He was made a KC in 1993.

In addition to his work as a barrister, Mr Martin is the former Lieutenant Governor of Western Australia, former Chairman of the Western Australian Law Reform Commission, and the former President of the Administrative Review Council and Western Australia Bar Association. He has served on numerous boards throughout his career.

In 2012, Mr Martin was appointed a Companion in the General Division of the Order of Australia, for eminent service to the judiciary and to the law, particularly as Chief Justice of Western Australia, to legal reform and education, and to the community. In 2007 he was awarded the Western Australia Citizen of the Year for the Professions.

Mr Metcalfe was a Commonwealth departmental secretary for 12 years, heading three departments.  He was appointed or reappointed as a Secretary by five different Prime Ministers, and directly worked with 15 portfolio ministers.

Mr Metcalfe has held numerous senior roles in the Departments of Immigration, and the Prime Minister and Cabinet, and has been the Chief of Staff to a Cabinet Minister. He was the Secretary (CEO) of the Department of Immigration from 2005 to 2012, and Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry in 2013. Between 2014 and January 2020 Mr Metcalfe was a senior partner in Ernst and Young.

Mr Metcalfe is also an existing member of our Audit, Finance and Risk Committee. 

Mr Metcalfe was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2012. He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Public Administration Australia.

Dr Francis Markham has resigned from ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵCouncil, effective 11 August.

The Council thanks Dr Markham for his service and will begin the process to find a replacement shortly.

Remarkable early-career scholars from ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ (ANU) have been recognised with prestigious ACT Young Tall Poppy Science Awards for their significant contributions to sustainable energy.

Associate Professor Xiaolin Wang, Dr Emily Furlong and Dr Ashley Jones have been acknowledged for their innovative developments to hydrogen storage, antimicrobial resistance and the adaptability of Australian plants.

Dr Samantha McGaughey is on a mission to demonstrate how science can help create a brighter, more sustainable future for us all.

Based at the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵResearch School of Biology, the plant scientist’s work focuses on cutting edge technology that can help turn wastewater “from a problem into an opportunity”.

She says her research team takes inspiration from nature.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵLecturer in the School of Sociology Dr Thao Phan has been named the 2025 Max Crawford Medal recipient for her work in feminist science and technology studies. Her research highlights how race, gender and power shape the technologies we use every day.

Starting from this Thursday 14 August, all staff and students aged 18 and over will receive a personalised Racism@Uni Survey link via email. Led by the Australian Human Rights Commission, this landmark study will examine the prevalence, nature and impact of racism in Australian universities.

The survey, conducted by POLIS: Centre for Social Policy Research with the Online Research Unit, will take about 15 minutes to complete and will be open for four weeks. Participation is anonymous and all responses will be de-identified.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵis proud to be one of Australia’s most diverse university communities, with staff and students from more than 100 countries. By taking part, you’ll help create a clearer picture of what’s happening on campus and online – and what needs to change.

This national survey complements our broader anti-racism initiatives, including our harmful behaviours disclosure tool, the introduction of a , our ongoing support for the . campaign and being undertaken at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵto better understand racism and promote racial equity. 

Espionage is hitting Australian universities hard, costing up to $40 million last year. Beyond the financial toll, it damages reputations, disrupts research and puts future partnerships at risk. At ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵwe all have a role in protecting our people, research and data.

Stay alert to suspicious behaviour or unusual requests, especially involving sensitive research or information.

Report concerns to disp@anu.edu.au or UniSafe for On Campus issues. For cyber matters, log a ticket via .

Your vigilance protects ANU.

The University’s finance system, ES Financials, will be unavailable for 3 days from 7pm Thursday 14 August to 7am Monday 18 August. This is a planned outage to allow the system to be updated.

Required action: All users (admin and self-service) of ES Financials are asked to log off by 7pm Thursday 14 August. Any users who have not logged off by this time will be automatically logged off from the system.   

This update is a part of the University's wider efforts to maintain, improve functionality and strengthen the security of our enterprise systems.

If you require additional information, email fbs-bso@anu.edu.au or phone (02) 6125 4321.

If you require assistance setting up for MFA access, see or contact the  via the portal or by calling (02) 6125 4321.

The Vice-Chancellor’s small-group conversation sessions continue, creating space for open dialogue and shared perspectives. August sessions are now available for booking, with up to 20 staff members per session. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions, share ideas and connect in a safe and respectful environment.

Discover Indigenous perspectives through the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵFirst Nations Online Learning courses, designed to celebrate and strengthen cultural understanding.

Subway opens tomorrow, Wednesday 13 August in the Kambri precinct. Enjoy a free mini cookie with your first sub purchase (while stocks last).

This is the 100th Subway in Australia opened by franchisee Shamim Mohammad, who came to Australia from Bangladesh on a scholarship to study Accounting and Finance. Starting with a part-time job at Subway, Shamim has grown into a successful entrepreneur and recent winner of the Restaurant Growth Award at the Subway Australia & New Zealand awards.

Monday 28 July – Friday 14 November 2025 

In the new China in the World exhibition, 金 (Metal), artist Kien Situ transforms the gallery into a striking environment of rupture and reincarnation. 

 

Wednesday 13 August 6pm

Science. Art. Film. returns for Season 7 and it’s bringing the uncanny with it.

Enjoy a screening of Under the Skin, starring Scarlett Johansson as a mysterious alien prowling the streets of Glasgow, luring men into her web. Bring your questions for a following deep-dive panel.

Thursday 14 August 5.30pm – Sunday 31 August 10pm

The 20th annual celebration of Latin American screen culture returns with 13 free films screening throughout August. Attendance is open to all – no membership required. Films are screened in their original language with English subtitles.

Proudly presented by the Latin American Embassies in Australia in collaboration with ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵFilm Group and the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵLatin American Students’ Association.

Learn more: Latin American Film Festival

Wednesday 20 August 3–5.30pm

Hosted by the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵMcCusker Institute in collaboration with The Next Economy, this panel discussion brings together thought leaders to explore how we can reshape Australia’s economy to be fairer and more sustainable.

Wednesday 20 August 5.30–7.30pm

Economic inequality is a persistent challenge for China’s policymaker. It is compounded by slower growth, changes in the labour market and limited access to quality education and health care for rural households and migrant workers. This panel presents new research on inequality and common prosperity in China.

Friday 29 August 7–9.30pm

Celebrate Wear It Purple Day with a special screening of A Nice Indian Boy, presented with the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵLGBTQIA+ Alumni Network. This heartwarming romantic comedy follows Naveen as he introduces his fiancé, a white, orphaned artist, to his Indian family.

Register here: Wear It Purple movie screening

Writing Coach Stephanie Oley guides participants with practical frameworks and templates to solve everyday business writing problems. No more wordiness, poor structure or unclear intent. Gain the confidence and understanding of what is expected when writing different business communications.

New addition! Participants will learn to use AI writing tools in a safe learning environment to aid in writing techniques.

This three-hour workshop helps staff with minute-taking responsibilities develop the skills to effectively conduct meetings. Learn how to relay corporate policy and decision-making plus manage digressions and disagreements.

With Semester 2 underway, many staff are using Canvas for the first time, and there’s a lot to learn. To support teaching staff, a has been launched, covering the most common issues including:

This resource reflects real questions raised by staff since go-live and will be refreshed regularly as new queries emerge.

Need more help? Reach out via the .

This Thursday 14 August, Student Central will be closed as the team relocates to the new Student Hub on Level 1 of the Di Riddell Student Centre.

The Student Hub will open in the new location from 10am on Friday 15 August and will provide all the services currently offered by Student Central, with the added benefit of a larger, more accessible space in a central campus location.

At launch, the Student Hub will include the Student Central team, the Allianz Overseas Student Health Cover representative and the IT Service Desk. Over the coming months, more student-facing services will transition into the space, creating a central destination for student enquiries and support.

The university has introduced a formal procedure to support consistent compliance with mandatory training requirements for all staff. It outlines staff responsibilities, completion timelines, and the process for managing non-compliance.

Staying current with training is essential to maintaining a safe, professional, and accountable environment.

You don’t need the perfect words to recognise someone. You just need to tell us what they did and why it mattered. The Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor’s Awards are about celebrating the people who make our University better, day by day, often without asking for any spotlight.

If someone came to mind, now’s the time. Here’s how to get started:

Nominations are open until Friday 5 September. Whether it’s a teammate, a quiet achiever behind the scenes, or someone who simply shows up with care – your nomination could mean more than you realise.

For more information, join us for the upcoming information session on Monday 18 August or Tuesday 21 August via .

Consultation for the Student Disciplinary Framework Review is closing soon, and we want to make sure every voice is heard.

If you haven’t yet shared your thoughts on how we can improve our disciplinary processes, now’s the perfect time. Your feedback will help shape a framework that is fair, transparent and works for our whole community.

Submit your feedback via the or email SDFR@anu.edu.au.

Your go-to when the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵteam is at capacity. Featuring seven expert creative agencies, the panel offers streamlined access to strategic, brand-aligned support for campaigns, design and more. Explore agency profiles and engagement information via the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵIdentity Hub.

Take a break, stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh air with the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵWalking Group. Join us on Wednesday 13 August at 1pm, departing from the University Avenue bridge.

Clear your mind, connect with others and add some movement to your day.

As you may be aware, earlier today ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵappeared before the Senate Education and Employment Legislation Committee’s Public Hearing into the quality of governance at Australian higher education providers.

You may have found some of this evidence distressing and confronting. We have listened carefully to the proceedings and the allegations made and we take what has been said very seriously. On a preliminary view, a number of statements are not correct but we will examine all of the statements made and respond.

Our opening statement made by Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Churchill is .

You do not need to overhaul your life to take part in climate action, sometimes it starts with the smallest switch.

The ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵGreen Awards are now live through the One Small Step x ANU platform, giving students and staff the chance to earn points for completing environmental challenges – from the everyday to the ambitious.

If you are not sure where to start, here are a few easy entry points:

Submit a quick photo or screenshot as proof, earn points and go in the running for awards like Waste Warrior, Carbon Commuter or Creative Contributor. You can even join a team with your hall, lab or colleagues.

Awards run until 31 October and there’s still plenty of time to get involved.

Join the challenge today, visit .

Ever wondered why your Wi-Fi slows down or disconnects? Wi-Fi interference occurs when signals or barriers disrupt your connection -- think of it as static for the internet.

Common causes include nearby networks, personal hotspots (especially in lecture halls), and obstacles like walls, appliances, or electronics such as microwaves and Bluetooth devices.

Help us reduce interference. Turn off personal hotspots in shared spaces to let campus Wi-Fi work smoothly.

We’re upgrading Wi-Fi to improve your connection. Thanks for doing your part!

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵSecurity - (02) 6125 2249 

For life threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialing from an internal phone), then call ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵSecurity.  

Media hotline 24/7 - (02) 6125 7979 

Contact the 24/7 media hotline for media queries regarding the University and its operations, or to track down experts that aren’t listed in our .  

Help is available if you need it. Whether it's a work-related issue or a personal one, the University encourages you to seek support through the .

If you need to support a student in distress, please refer to developed by the Student Safety and Wellbeing team.