Message from the Vice-Chancellor
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Hi everyone
It’s been great having you back on campus this semester. The campus is the most vibrant I’ve seen it since before the pandemic and I’ve heard great feedback from teachers and students alike on returning to in-person teaching.
On-campus teaching will continue in semester two, with the exception of those who aren’t able to join us yet. We realise we still have some students who are impacted by international travel restrictions and we are looking forward to being able to welcome them back on-campus again in the near future. We expect all our students to be back on campus by semester one, 2023.
Those who cannot attend classes on campus in semester 2 2022 because of travel restrictions or COVID-related health reasons should check with their Colleges and on the Programs and Courses website regarding the availability of courses offering remote learning.
You can read more here.
Good luck for the upcoming assessment period.
Brian |
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The rundown - information you need at a glance
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- The Library is upgrading their systems to be more integrated and easier for you to use. Find out more
- A reminder from our Landscape and Conservation team to never touch or eat mushrooms found on the campus grounds. More information on death cap mushrooms
- Australia is experiencing a surge in flu cases and it’s expected this will continue throughout winter. It’s important that you book in to receive your free flu vaccination if you haven’t already. If you’re unwell, get tested for COVID-19 and stay home until symptoms resolve, even if your test for COVID-19 is negative.
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Events & activities
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Democracy Sausage live
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Tomorrow (Wednesday 18 May), 5.30-7.30pm
Don't miss the final episode of Democracy Sausage's election series. Joining host Mark Kenny will be Chief Political Reporter for Sky News Australia Kieran Gilbert, highly acclaimed author and researcher Emeritus Professor Judith Brett, and political scientist Dr Marija Taflaga.
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International students support group
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Thursday 19 May, 9.30-11am
This group offers a safe space to have meaningful conversations, share feelings and connect with others in a small-group setting. This student-led session is free for all international students and will be facilitated by professionals from ANU counselling, ANU Thrive and the ANU Engagement and Success team.
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Tree planting on campus
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Thursday 19 May, 1-3pm
Help add to the wonderful landscape environment on campus by planting a tree this National Volunteer Week. This event is hosted by the Engagement and Success team.
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Knowledge, struggles and transformations in Latin America
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Friday 20 May, 9am-3.30pm
This one-day conference will discuss the main problems facing Latin America and suggest solutions that will help guarantee the sustainable progress of the region. This event is hosted by the
Australian National Centre for Latin American Studies.
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Technology showcase
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Monday 23 May, 12-2pm
Join the ANU TechLauncher community to learn about the many technology projects that our students have been working on in partnership with innovative industry partners.
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The future(s) of international relations
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Monday 23 May, 2-3.30pm
Join Professor Laura J. Shepherd as she considers the future(s) of international relations practice and international relations as a discipline. This seminar is hosted by the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs.
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Operation Semut and the Borneo campaign
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Monday 23 May, 6-7pm
Join Emeritus Professor Christine Helliwell as she discusses Operation Semut, a secret operation launched by Special Operations Australia (SOA) into Sarawak in March 1945. This seminar is hosted by the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs.
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A window to our past
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This week we remember Richard Bomford and the 'bare feet incident'.
In October 1972, Richard was asked to leave a lecture room because he was not wearing shoes. When he continued to appear in bare feet, staff banned him from classes and requested that his work was not assessed.
This 'bare feet incident' triggered a spirited debate in the Canberra Times, Woroni, and ANU Reporter about safety, hygiene and the University's disciplinary powers.
Richard was later reinstated and allowed to sit his final year examinations. However, the rule against bare feet remained.
Check out this story and others from our past at ANU Explorer. |
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