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Last week, the Landscape and Conservation team led a tree planting on the land below the Research School of Physics. With the help of 10 volunteers, the team planted 31 native trees. These trees will provide habitat and food for a range of fauna and will eventually provide a shelter belt that will reduce traffic noise from Parkes Way.

“Currently our Acton campus has over 9,600 trees and under the Environmental Management Plan we are looking to increase that number to 10,500 by 2032,” says Environmental Management Officer Louana Gaffey.

Volunteer Mehreen Jalib notes how fulfilling the planting was, “It feels amazing to know that we did something for the future generations today. The Landscape and Conservation team managed and organised the planting so well and helped us to be aware of what we are doing. Great learning and practice.”

 

The inaugural ANU Environmental Sustainability Report (2023) is now available. This report highlights our environmental sustainability achievements in 2023, including converting four buildings from gas boilers to electric heat pumps, collaborating with traditional custodians to conduct a cultural cool burn, diverting 32 tonnes of food waste from landfill, launching the ANU Green Network and supporting several student internships and projects.  

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We want to hear from you. Whether you're learning experience was positive or negative, your responses can be used to enhance and improve ANU courses and teaching. All feedback is confidential. Check your ANU email for an invitation to participate or the Wattle dashboard for links to available surveys. So take a moment and share your feedback.

Survey closes Sunday 16 June.  

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Wednesday 29 May, 3.30pm

Substandard housing combined with energy insecurity to produce dangerously hot and often overcrowded living conditions in remote Northern Territory communities. Climate change is set to amplify this problem. In this panel, members will discuss the impact that housing has on driving health and social inequality and how we can protect human health through the design and build of homes, resilient to climate shock. 

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Thursday 30 May, 4-8pm

The ANU Malaysia Institute is hosting a free screening of award-winning Malaysian director Jin Ong’s directorial debut: Abang Adik with English subtitles.Abang Adik won critical acclaim in 2023 and garnered many awards at international film festivals for its realist portrayal of underclass lives, gripping storytelling and compelling performance.

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Thursday 23 May, 5.30-7pm

In 2023, the first Australian soldier faced war crime charges following the Brereton report's revelation of murders by Australian Special Forces in Afghanistan. While significant, this charge alone doesn't fully address the moral implications. This lecture by the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs covers why it's crucial for the Australian Defense Force, Australian Government, and citizens to delve deeper into systemic issues and prioritise the perspectives of victims and their communities.    

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Tuesday 28 May, 10am

Have you considered publishing a journal article? Join our workshop to uncover tips and insights into the publishing process and speak directly with scholarly publishing experts from Wiley. Discover how to prepare your manuscript, select an appropriate journal, and submit your paper. Additionally, learn how the ANU Library’s agreement with Wiley can help you save on publishing costs. 

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Wednesday 29 May, 6-8pm

In this lecture, Professor Luke Glanville from the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific examines how enslaved Blacks and their descendants in the United States expressed their dissonance through slave songs, the blues and jazz. By focusing on Black musical engagement with dissonance, he proposes, we can gain deeper insights into the enduring phenomenon of 'humane domination' and explore ways it can be challenged and overcome. The event will feature live music by Wayne Kelly on piano and James Luke on double bass. 

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Applications are closing soon for the New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarship. The NCP offers a prestigious scholarship program for up to 19 months, valued at up to $87,000, to live, work, and study in the Indo-Pacific region. The program prioritizes opportunities for internships and language training in addition to academic study. It is an excellent opportunity for scholars to study or intern overseas, with support provided by the Australian Government. For any enquiries please contact global.programs@anu.edu.au 

Applications close Friday 31 May. 

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The 2024 ACT Emerging Scientist of the Year Award celebrates the exceptional work of local up-and-coming scientists, recognising excellence in research and innovation in the ACT. This award highlights the significant contributions of local scientists to science and innovation, inspiring students and young people to pursue careers in STEM. Nominations are now open, with the recipient receiving $30,000 in prize money. 

Nominations close on Monday 17 June. 

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Interested in a cross-disciplinary experience? Apply for the Special Industry Project (SIP) run by the ANU College of Business and Economics. Special Industry Project is a for-credit course that mimics the consulting world. Students will solve a business case for Aspen Medical under the guidance of industry mentors. 

Applications close Wednesday 17 July. 

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Researchers at UNSW are conducting a study on workplace relationship issues commonly arising between Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates and their supervisors, and how these issues are managed within Australian universities. HDR candidates at ANU are invited to participate. Participation in this research is voluntary and not a requirement of your HDR program. 

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Is there a woman throughout the University’s history, or should we say – herstory that inspires you? Eight ANU buildings are set to be renamed to honour outstanding women in the University’s legacy. 

As part of the University’s commitment to gender equity and inclusion, the ANU Gender Equity Strategy includes a focus on how the campus environment reflects and influences equity. Don't miss out on the opportunity to nominate an inspiring woman to be reflected in the campus infrastructure. 

Nominations close Friday 31 May.

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