Yamaha Music Australia (YMA) is creating a real difference in the lives and careers of First Nations musicians by philanthropically partnering with Yil Lull Studio at the ANU School of Music.  

Yil Lull ('To Sing') Studio, led by Torres Strait Islander musician and ANU School of Music alumnus Will Kepa, is a place for First Nations people to meet, create, share and expand their stories through music.

While you might have heard about Yil Lull Studio, you might not know Will’s story behind the naming of the Yil Lull Studio.  

Will recalls how he was gifted the name ‘Yil Lull’ for the studio and it’s a powerful story, which ties together the story of the studio and its name, with the importance of Yil Lull being here at ANU. 

Events & activities

Wednesday 24 May, 7-8pm 

Come along to an evening of dynamic performances by ANU School of Music Jazz & Contemporary students.  

Register for the Jazz & Contemporary Student Ensembles Concert

Thursday 25 May, 7-9pm 

Please join the ANU Orchestra for a FREE concert in Llewellyn Hall.  

Conducted by Max McBride, the Orchestra will play the below program: 

Romeo and Juliet by Hector Berlioz 

Blue Mountains by Sally Greenaway 

Symphony No. 1 in E minor, Op. 39 by Jean Sibelius 

Register for ANU Orchestra in concert

Tuesday 30 May, 5.30-6.30pm 

Are you interested in studying at Oxford? The Rhodes Scholarships Australia is holding their annual information session event for students to undertake their degree at the University of Oxford. 

Register for the Rhodes Scholarships Information Event

Wednesday 31 May, 1-2pm 

We are delighted to invite you to a guided tour showcasing the work of Australian First Nations artists currently on display in the ANU HC Coombs Building. Join us as we commemorate National Reconciliation Week by celebrating the diverse and profound artistic expressions that encapsulate the cultural significance of Australia's First Nation communities. This tour will enable you to gain a deeper understanding, appreciation, and respect for the remarkable artistic traditions nurtured by these communities. 

Register for the guided tour of Australian First Nations art and culture

Wednesday 31 May, 6-8pm 

ANU Chancellor Julie Bishop and SBS political reporter Sara Tomevska will be in conversation about the education system in Australia and how we can reduce inequities. Julie and Sara will explore how continued support for professional development of teachers and education leaders can have long-lasting impacts that benefit the education system.   

This event is free for ANU students. Use discount code ANUVIP at check out.  

Register for A spotlight on Education in Australia

Thursday 22 June, 6-7.30pm 

We are proud to announce the ANU Reconciliation Lecture 2023, in partnership with the University of Canberra, will be delivered by Professor Tom Calma AO, a Kungarakan Elder, a member of the Iwaidja people, 2023 Senior Australian of the Year and the Chancellor of the University of Canberra. 

As Australians prepare to vote on whether to enshrine an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice in the Constitution, join us to hear from one of the lead architects of the proposal. 

Register for the ANU Reconciliation Lecture 2023

The New Colombo Plan 2023 - Applications open

The New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarship program is a signature initiative of the Australian Government, which aims to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific region in Australia by supporting Australian undergraduate students to study and undertake internships in the region.  

Applications will close on Wednesday 31 May. 

Student voice

Dana Throssell, Bachelor of Asian Studies/Bachelor of International Security Studies (Honours) and 2019 Indonesia Scholar

“My time as an NCP scholar to Indonesia played a massive role in not only setting up my transition into the workforce, but also my lasting connection to the country. The opportunity to live, study and work for over a year allowed me to really connect with the culture, hone my language skills, gain in-country work experience, and put myself out of my comfort zone. This led me to completing an ANU International Security Honours about Indonesia on my return and has since opened doors in my professional life - including working with the Australian-ASEAN Youth Strategic Partnership, Australian Indonesian Business Council, and as a consultant at KPMG. Though the year was not without its challenges, I can honestly say that the time I spent as an NCP scholar was unforgettable and is something I will always be grateful for.”   

Follow ANU Global Programs on Instagram and Facebook for additional updates on this program. 

Apply now

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Student Giveaways 

Meet the Author – Marcia Langton and Aaron Corn 

We have a special giveaway for the Meet the Author event with Marcia Langton and Aaron Corn on Wednesday 31 May. You can win a copy of Marcia and Aaron's book, Law: The Way of the Ancestors, and be one of the first in line to have it signed at the event.   

Two copies of Law: The Way of the Ancestors are up for grabs for ANU students (any program level) to win. Follow the instructions in the entry form to go into the draw and you could be one of the lucky winners!   

Competition closes at noon AEDT on Thursday 25 May 2023. Terms and conditions apply.

 

Meet the Author – Gideon Haigh 

We have a special giveaway for the Meet the Author event with Gideon Haigh on Tuesday 6 June. You can win a copy of Gideon’s new book On the Ashes and be one of the first in line to have it signed at the event.   

Two copies of Gideon Haigh are up for grabs for ANU students (any program level) to win. Follow the instructions in the entry form to go into the draw and you could be one of the lucky winners!   

Competition closes at noon AEDT on Tuesday 30 May 2023. Terms and conditions apply. 

 

Meet the Author – Christine Helliwell and Mark Willacy 

We have a special giveaway for the Meet the Author event with Christine Helliwell and Mark Willacy on Wednesday 7 June. You can win a copy of Christine's book Semut and Mark's Rogue Forces and be one of the first in line to have it signed at the event.   

Two copies of Semut and Rogue Forces are up for grabs for ANU students (any program level) to win. Follow the instructions in the entry form to go into the draw and you could be one of the lucky winners!   

Competition closes at noon AEDT on Wednesday 31 May 2023. Terms and conditions apply. 

Do you know an ANU graduate or student volunteer who has excelled and inspires others?  

The ANU Alumni Awards recognise and celebrate the diverse achievements of our alumni, and student volunteers, who are making a real difference in the world. The awards showcase the skills, passion and achievements that make ANU alumni leaders in the community.  

Read about last year’s winners, a group of outstanding individuals who are not only excelling in their fields but also making a transformative impact on communities worldwide, driving positive change and improving lives. 

Nominations close on Tuesday 4 July 2023 at midnight.  

“It’s on you to make a change” 

Hear from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people about how non-Indigenous Australians can be allies against racism. Check out the @ouranu Instagram video. 

This video is from Engaged ANU Ending Racism Initiative. For more information about Ending Racism, head to https://mk-engaged.anu.edu.au/ending-racism/.