Last week we committed to updating you in this edition following the Education Minister’s announcement that the Government will seek to introduce caps on the numbers of international students. Universities and the Department of Education are continuing to calculate the precise cap for each institution. There remain some matters relating to data sets to be confirmed before a final cap number for ANU can be determined.  

The introduction of international student caps is also reliant on the legislation passing the Senate. The Senate Committee inquiring into the legislation may seek additional time to report. Amongst all this uncertainty, what is known at this stage is that the Government’s proposed caps would see a reduction in international students at ANU from 2025.  

We understand that certainty is vital for students deciding where to study, and we can assure you that ANU will not rescind any offers already made to international students for 2025. Any prospective student who has received an offer from ANU will be able to study here next year. We will share updates with our community when we can. 

The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) advises that cybercriminals are sending emails impersonating its Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) and using its logo. There are different versions of the emails, but they all request the recipient download ‘antivirus’ software, on the pretext of an increase in cyber threats, or because there have supposedly been complaints regarding their email address or IP address.

If you click the link, malicious software could be downloaded and installed to your computer. If you receive an email from the ACSC and you wish to verify it, contact the ASD on 1300 CYBER1 (1300 292 371).

Learn more: Australian Signals Directorate cybersecurity alert

Image: Emma McKeon lecture poster. Photo credit: ANU.

Thursday 19 September, 1-2.30pm

ANU, in partnership with the National Australia Day Committee presents an opportunity to meet and hear from the Young Australian of the Year and Olympian, Emma McKeon.

Emma will be in conversation with ANU alumni, as the guest speaker of this inaugural event. ANU is the proud cultural sponsor of the Australian of the Year Awards. The physical trophy presented to the state, territory and national winners is designed and produced by the School of Art and Design.

Register now: 2024 Young Australian of the Year lecture

Tuesday 24 September, 9am-6pm - Thursday 26 September 11.30am-3.30pm 

The ANU Careers & Employability team has partnered with the ANU China Liaison Office, the ANU International Students' Department, and the ANU College of Business & Economics to nurture career opportunities for international students.  

This three-day expo will connect the University's students with a diverse array of career opportunities within or outside of Australia, as well as global career opportunities for all students.  

Register now: ANU Careers & Employability Careers event

Tuesday 10 September, 12-1.00pm 

Join Honorary Professor June Oscar AO, Chair of the Wiyi Yani U Thangani First Nations Gender Justice Institute, as well as those involved in the newly published ‘Caring about Care’ report, and hear about this important exploration into care work. 

Register now: Transforming Systems of Care  

Tuesday 10 September, 10-11.30am 

Join the Agrifood Innovation Institute on Tuesday 10 September for a thought-provoking discussion on how we can revolutionise the way we do research, teaching and policy development to genuinely engage marginalised communities, including young people.  

Register now: Sharing power

Tuesday 10 September, 5-8pm 

The 2024 ANU Taiwan Update explores President Ching-te Lai's administration, Taiwan’s #metoo movement, social programs for Indigenous elders, and western perspectives of Taiwan and migrant workers.  

Register now: ANU Taiwan Update

Celebrate the cultures of Asia and the Pacific, diversity, inclusion, wellbeing and community at the 2024 Immersia festival from Monday 9 September to Monday 23 September. Hosted by the ANU School of Culture, History and Language, Immersia is more than just a showcase of the school’s cultural studies and research relating to the Asia-Pacific region. Enjoy fun, immersive, informative and free-to-attend celebrations with diverse events and activities for everyone.

Try Mongolian cuisine, dabble in a cross-cultural comedy workshop, try traditional Thai fish weaving and lots more. 

Learn more: 2024 Immersia Festival

ANU Medical Centre is trialling an STI Clinic for routine STI testing. This service is free for ANU students and will start on 6 September 2024. Service will be provided by a female Nurse (Nurse Casie).  

If you are sexually active, or have a new sexual partner, it’ is a good idea to get tested at least once a year. During your appointment, you will be asked to pee in a collection cup. No jabs, no needles. 

Remember to bring your ANU student ID card and Medicare or OSHC card. 

Book now: Free STI Clinic

Want more from uni life? Living on campus could be your next big move. Think spontaneous hangouts with friends, late-night study sessions made easy, and a calendar full of events to keep things lively. Plus, you’ll have support around the clock and plenty of chances to grow, connect, and make memories. 

Learn more: 2025 Accommodation applications

Submissions are open for the ANU Southeast Asia Institute Student Research Symposium. The symposium welcomes papers from Honours, Masters and PhD students conducting research on Southeast Asia.  

Submissions close Friday 20 September  

Learn more: ANU Southeast Asia Institute Student Research Symposium

Meet the author – Don Watson

Tuesday 17 September, 6-7pm 

Don Watson will be in conversation with Mark Kenny on his quarterly essay  High Noon. Trump, Harris and America on the brink, in which Don offers a report from America that catches the madness and the politics of an election like no other.

Enter now for a chance to win one of two copies of High Noon. Trump, Harris and America on the brink and have your copy signed on the night of 17 September.    

The competition closes at noon AEST on Friday 13 September.

Enter now: Meet the Author Don Watson

If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issue, 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.