In 2002, the hallmark of The Australian National University was not just the pursuit of excellence, but its attainment.
The University demonstrated excellence in planning and vision as well as in its research and education activities.
Amidst a fundamental review of higher education by the Federal Government, the ANU established a three-year vision— ANU to 2005 — for its development, setting tangible university-wide targets and delivering a blueprint to fortify the foundations of the University.