Congratulations to the more than 2000 students graduating from ANU this week.

We have gathered a couple of stories from graduating students to showcase the brilliant minds and hard work of this graduating cohort. For our fresh graduates, now that you’re alumni, please update your details to stay aware of relevant news, events, and opportunities available to you.  

Image: PhD candidate Huade Huang Photo: ANU College of Asia and the Pacific

Venturing to a remote village in Southwest China to learn an undocumented language at a local primary school would be daunting for most people, but not for PhD student Huade Huang, who graduates this week.

With two Indigenous languages dying every month, learn why preserving these unique dialects is crucial. Read on to understand the cultural richness of the Kua’nsi language and what can be done to save it. 

Read more: PhD scholar saves endangered language 

Image: Emma Campbell Photo: Supplied

Graduating with a double degree in Law and Politics, Philosophy and Economics, Emma Campbell has made the most of her time at ANU College of Law. Throughout her degree Emma has enjoyed many practical learning opportunities with highly regarded legal clinics, which she describes as the highlights of her time at ANU.  

“Studying law is challenging but incredibly rewarding – you learn a lot, meet countless interesting people and discover a great deal about yourself,” say Emma.  

Read more: Graduate Emma Campbell 

ANU Library continues to focus on the inclusion of Indigenous Australian voices, perspectives and knowledge by ensuring materials by Indigenous authors and focused on Indigenous Knowledge are made more accessible through our collections. Recently, we launched an online hub to support educators to incorporate Indigenous collections into curriculum. 

Learn more: Indigenous library collections

Image: Will Kepa in Yil Lull recording studio Photo: Supplied

The ANU School of Music is proud to announce that Will Kepa, the talented Torres Strait Islander musician leading the new Indigenous music recording studio - Yil Lull recording studio, has been awarded the 2024 ACT NAIDOC Week Community Spirit Award. This prestigious accolade recognizes Will's exceptional contributions to the Indigenous community through his dedication to nurturing and promoting Indigenous musical talent. 

Will Kepa has played a pivotal role in the establishment and operation of the Indigenous music recording studio at ANU, which launched earlier this year. The studio provides a state-of-the-art space for Indigenous artists to create and record music, fostering a vibrant and inclusive music community. 

Read more: NAIDOC Week Community Spirit Award 

Thursday 11 July 10.30am – Thursday 25 July 3pm 

Enjoy a visit to the ANU School of Art and Design Gallery to explore a range of works crafted by HDR Candidates. Delve into the mediums of oil painting, woodwork and photography across three exhibitions.  

Learn more: HDR exhibitions 

Tuesday 23 July, 6-7.45pm 

Mr John McCarthy AO will deliver the annual Commonwealth Lecture, named in honour of former ANU Vice-Chancellor the late Professor Anthony Low AO. Mr McCarthy will discuss the tensions in Australian external policy deriving from the pursuit of hard economic and security interests and the propagation of universal values and western precepts of governance. 

Register now: Anthony Low lecture 

Discussions with community childcare providers are ongoing. We will be offering families the opportunity to tour the newly completed purpose-built building in the coming weeks. More information will be provided shortly. Please continue to check the ANU webpage for latest updates and tour dates.

Social anxiety is a common issue among university students, impacting both their academic and social lives. It can make it challenging to participate in conversations, join group activities, or speak publicly. These difficulties can prevent students from fully engaging in university life, forming social connections, and succeeding academically. Moreover, social anxiety can affect their future careers, where communication and teamwork are vital. 

To support students with social anxiety, a team of ANU academics and psychologists has developed a program called ASTUTE (Anxiety Skills Training in University Education). This program is based on previous research and is expected to benefit students participating in it by reducing their social anxiety. 

Learn more: Students with Social Anxiety

Do you have questions about your tax? The student-run ANU Tax Clinic, supported by tax experts, provides free and confidential assistance to taxpayers without a tax agent. The ANU Tax Clinic assists taxpayers in understanding their tax affairs and meeting their tax obligations. The clinic consults on a wide range of simple and complex matters. Appointments are available via phone, videoconferencing, or in person. 

Learn more: ANU Tax Clinic 

The 2024 ANU Student Research Conference (SRC) is now accepting 250-word abstract submissions from students based on coursework research completed at ANU. 

The SRC is the university's annual research conference for undergraduate (including Honours) and Masters (coursework) students. It is a multidisciplinary event that invites students from all academic disciplines to present their research. The conference also features a variety of workshops and other events designed to inspire and engage student attendees with research-related conversations, initiatives, and opportunities at the undergraduate level and beyond. 

Submission closes Wednesday 31 July 2024 at 11:59pm.

Learn more: Student Research Conference 

The Extenuating Circumstances Application (ECA) eForm will be decommissioned in July 2024 and replaced with a new Microsoft Power App. The new ‘Request for Assessment Adjustment’ Power App will be the place where you can request an assessment extension or an ECA. Any eForms that have already been lodged will remain in the system until they are resolved.

Learn more: Extenuating Circumstances Application

Cassandra Pybus will be in conversation with Mark McKenna on her new book A Very Secret Trade The dark story of gentlemen collectors in Tasmania.

We have a special giveaway for a chance to win one of two copies of A Very Secret Trade The dark story of gentlemen collectors in Tasmania and have the opportunity to have your copy signed on the night.  

The competition closes at noon AEDT on Wednesday 17 July. 

Enter now: Meet the Author Student Giveaway

The O-Week Discovery Trail is an interactive adventure around Acton campus for new students commencing their studies at ANU in Semester 2, 2024 that will help you discover what services and resources are available to support your studies and wellbeing.

To go in the draw to win one of ten ANU O-Week hoodies, you need to meet all of the eligibility criteria set out in the registration form and complete the O-Week Discovery Trail before the deadline at 11:59 p.m on Friday 19 July.

Enter now: O-Week Discovery Trail

If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issues, including distress related to the conflict in the Middle East, the University encourages you to seek support through the ANU 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.