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On Campus
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Staff edition
Tuesday 19 July
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The rundown - information you need at a glance
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- Mask mandates remain in place for Semester 2. Keep reading for updates on COVID safe settings.
- A reminder that upgrade for the HR Management System including HORUS is planned for 12pm Friday 22 July to 9am Monday 25 July.
- The ANU Library has unveiled a new way to request the items that you need that are not currently held by the library.
- Passwordless authentication will soon be available at ANU. Find out what changes you can expect to see for Office365 and Single Sign On.
- Did you know that ANU has its own link shortening service? Try it out
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The latest on COVID-safe work
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You must wear a mask indoors at ANU to help stop the spread of COVID-19. This applies in all teaching spaces and work areas. There are some exemptions for residences, commercial spaces and certain labs on campus. Find out more about the mask requirements in place for Semester 2 2022.
You can collect a new supply of Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) and N95 masks from our distribution hub on Tangney Road in Kambri next week on Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 July between 10am and 2pm. Please be patient and respectful when visiting the hub and bring your staff ID with you.
Please ensure you area is working on your business continuity plans and putting arrangements in place.
Re-familiarise yourself with the latest version of the University COVID-safe Guidelines and follow all COVID-safety measures when you come to campus. This includes letting us know if you test positive for COVID-19 or are a household contact of a positive case. |
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75th Anniversary Debate: University of the future
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Tuesday 26 July, 5-7.30pm
To mark the closing week of the University's 75th Anniversary celebrations, come along to hear a distinguished panel discuss the future of universities, including how they will meet the needs of society and ensure graduates are ready for the future of work. |
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Finding a way forward
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When Professor Giselle Byrnes received an invitation to moderate the 75th Anniversary Debate at ANU, she knew she had to accept.
Having worked for the higher education sector in both Australia and New Zealand, as an historian and senior university executive, Giselle saw this invitation as a timely opportunity to reflect on the purpose and role of universities.
Keep reading |
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75th Anniversary closing ceremony
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| Join the Chancellor the Hon Julie Bishop, Vice-Chancellor Professor Brian P. Schmidt and the ANU community for the closing ceremony and preservation of items to be sealed in a time capsule — all representing ANU in its 75th year — to be opened at our 100th anniversary in 2046. A special moment in ANU history. |
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A rockin' farewell for Midnight Oil
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Roll down to Fellows Oval on Saturday 1 October to rock out with Aussie music royalty Midnight Oil, fronted by ANU alum Peter Garrett, as part of their last-ever tour.
It's tipped to be one of the best gigs ANU and Canberra will experience in years. Get your tickets now to avoid missing out on experiencing their iconic blend of pulsating rock and politics for the last time.
Midnight Oil will be supported by special guests Emily Wurramara, King Stingray and Moaning Lisa at their Canberra show. |
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Events & activities
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China & ANU at 75
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Tuesday 5 July to Friday 29 July, 9am-5pm
China & ANU at 75 charts the origins of Chinese Studies at ANU using photographs, films, and material from the ANU archives, and introduces the scholars who worked at the University in its early decades.
Find out more |
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Opportunities to hear from Professor John A. List
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Friday 22 July, 9am-5.30pm
Join award-winning behavioural economist Professor John A. List at a workshop about early education, a public lecture on his book The Voltage Effect and a book signing session.
Register now |
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In conversation with Geraldine Brooks
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Tuesday 26 July, 6-7pm
Award-winning author Geraldine Brooks will be in conversation with Alex Sloan on Geraldine's new novel Horse, a new novel for lovers of sweeping historical fiction and books about iconic racehorses like Seabiscuit and Secretariat.
Register now |
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In conversation with Norman Swan
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Friday 29 July, 6-7pm
Norman Swan will be in conversation with Laura Tingle on Norman's new book, So You Want To Live Younger Longer?, the ultimate guide on what you can do at any age to stay young and healthy longer, from Australia's trusted, straight-talking doctor and broadcaster.
Register now |
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Launching the Planetary Health Equity Hothouse
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Tuesday 2 August, 12.30-1.30pm
Join ARC Laureate Fellow, Professor Sharon Friel in launching the new Hothouse, an interdisciplinary initiative focused on three major and interconnected challenges – a rising public health burden, inequality and climate change.
Register now |
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The tax assistance you need
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| The student-led ANU Tax Clinic is available to help unrepresented taxpayers understand their tax obligations, providing information on tax file numbers, lodging tax returns, tax debt repayments and more. You can access their services face-to-face or remotely via web conferencing or phone. |
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A new partnership
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| ANU is teaming up with Charles Darwin University (CDU) to work toward better outcomes for First Nations people in the Northern Territory. |
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2022 PNG Update: Call for papers and panels
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What does the theme of this year’s PNG Update ‘Pathways to development amid COVID-19 and beyond PNG’s 10th election’ mean to you?
Staff and students are encouraged to submit an abstract or panel proposal on this theme for an opportunity to present at the conference in Port Moresby on 20-21 October. Submissions close on Friday 5 August. |
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2022 Australasian AID Conference: Call for papers and panels
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Are you passionate about a topic related to aid and international development?
Staff and students are encouraged to submit an abstract or panel proposal on these themes for an opportunity to present at the 2022 Australasian AID Conference. |
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A window to our past
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This image depicts a formal dinner at Bruce Hall around 1963.
Warden Warwick Packard is pictured in the high backed chair and the late Professor Mike Gore is seated to his right.
Professor Gore was an engineer, physicist, and science explainer who worked at ANU. He was also the founder of Questacon, the first interactive science centre in Australia.
Check out this story and others from our past at ANU Explorer. |
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