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Student Edition
Tuesday 10 February
All the important campus news, events and opportunities for ANU students.
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Image: Orientation Week at ANU kicks off on Monday 16 February. Photo: ANU Student Life.
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The rundown – information you need at a glance
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- Don't forget to register to attend the 2026 ANU Commencement Address.
- O-Week is next week! Browse what’s on and register for events via the O-Week website.
- Be aware of increased traffic on campus when the new academic year begins.
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Image: The ANU campus buzzes with activity during O-Week. Photo: ANU Student Life.
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Seven tips for a great O-Week
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Tip 1: Plan your O-Week events
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Orientation Week runs from Monday 16 to Friday 20 February.
Meet people, explore campus and feel prepared before semester begins.
O-Week website
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Tip 2: Attend the ANU Commencement Address
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Monday 16 February, 9.30–11am
The address officially welcomes new students. Registration is essential.
Register now
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Tip 3: International Student Orientation information session
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This session introduces you to life at ANU and what to expect in your first weeks of study. It’s the perfect place to get your bearings and ask questions.
Register now
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Tip 4: Collect your student card
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Your official ANU ID is used across campus. Student Central will be offering easy, one-stop card collection throughout O-Week.
Learn more
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Tip 5: Visit ANUSA Market Day
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From clubs and societies to services and support teams, this day is your chance to discover what ANU has to offer.
Learn more
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Tip 6: Take a campus tour
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Guided tours run throughout O-Week. Discover key locations, study spaces and student hubs.
Book a tour
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Tip 7: Download the ANU OK app
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ANU OK is the official safety and wellbeing app for the ANU community, with quick access to security, alerts, support services and campus maps.
Download on Google Play or the App Store
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Image: Five days of events across campus to help you settle in and get connected. Graphic: ANUSA.
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You are automatically a part of the ANU Student Association (ANUSA) when you become a student at ANU.
ANUSA brings a bright start to the semester for every student. At O-Week they have over 60 events across campus to kick off the year. Get involved and make friends, memories and traditions.
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Image: ANU Careers offers students personalised career support. Photo: ANU Careers and Employability.
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Whether you’re new to ANU or continuing your studies, the Careers and Employability team is here to help.
Update your Career Central profile in minutes to access jobs, appointments, employer events, resources and personalised support to make the most of your time at ANU and prepare for what’s next.
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Image: For decades, ANU has shaped Australia through research, education and ideas that matter. Graphic: ANU.
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80 years of amazing community
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ANU turns 80 in August, and throughout the year we'll mark this milestone by recognising what makes our University so wonderful: our community. We’ll celebrate those who came before us, and those who are making it flourish today.
We're looking forward to celebrating with you – watch this space for more announcements.
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The ANU Gender Equity Strategy is creating a more inclusive and equitable environment for students to learn and engage – on campus, online, and beyond.
See what’s happening and how it affects you.
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Image: While progress has been made, barriers still limit opportunities for women and girls to engage in STEM in Australia. Photo: Martin Conway/ANU.
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science
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ANU celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science and the contributions of women across STEM. The 2026 theme, “Synergising AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance”, underscores the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing gender equity. ANU has a proud history of inspiring women in STEM and remains committed to supporting current and future generations.
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Image: Laurie Singh is working to climate-proof Fiji’s future, bringing a new perspective. Photo: Hannah Scott/ANU.
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How an ANU Master’s graduate is advocating for Fiji on the global stage
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After seeing the devastating impacts of cyclones on his community in Fiji, Laurie Singh took his lived experience of the climate crisis to COP30 in Brazil.
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Image: Whether you live near ANU or in the suburbs of Canberra, there are options to reduce driving to campus.
Photo: ANU Green.
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Try a smarter commute in 2026
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ANU Green invites staff and students to make one small, carbon-smart commuting change each week and see the collective impact.
Five ways to commute more sustainably:
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- Combine public transport with active travel, like walking.
- Take the bus or light rail when you can.
- Carpool when driving, using Green Network carpooling channels to connect.
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Image: Strengthening community safety via blue help points located across campus. Photo: Crystal Li/ANU.
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ANU is strengthening campus safety with the installation of 29 new Help Points, available from 19 February. The Help Points (similar to a blue pole) provide immediate, direct access to ANU Security if you are in an emergency or feel unsafe.
Help Points are located across key areas of campus. More details next week.
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Image: Bringing university decision-making into view. Photo: Jamie Kidston/ANU.
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An opportunity to observe ANU Council
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The University Council will hold its 500th meeting on Wednesday 18 February, marking the first meeting of 2026. ANU staff, students and alumni can register to observe the open sessions via a live Zoom link between 9–10.30am AEDT. This opportunity will become an ongoing feature at future Council meetings.
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Image: ANU-branded merchandise including clothing, uniforms and gifts, is once again available on campus.
Graphic: ANU.
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The new home for official ANU merchandise opens from 16 February on Joplin Lane next to Game On.
The store will be open Monday to Friday, 10.00am–3.00pm, and will be the only authorised retailer of ANU‑branded merchandise.
For enquiries, contact shopANUenquiries@anu.edu.au
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Image: Welcoming new students as O-Week kicks off on University Avenue. Photo: Jamie Kidston/ANU
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Monday 16 February, 9.30–11am, University Avenue Lawns
The ANU Commencement Address is the opening event for new students and kicks off O-Week. Hear inspiring speakers talk about their university experience and learn how to get the most out of your time at ANU.
This event is an opportunity to make new friends and mingle with the ANU community.
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Sharing Stories Arts Exchange
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Wednesday 11 February, 10.30am – Friday 27 February, 3pm
This exhibition features work by Canberra based artists responding to their experiences of the 2025 Sharing Stories Arts Exchange, shaped by connection to First Nations communities and Country.
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Monday 2 March, 6.30–7.30pm
Hear from three Nobel Prize laureates in a public lecture on discovery, curiosity and the future of science.
The evening features ANU Distinguished Professor Brian Schmidt, Professors Rolf Zinkernagel and Peter Doherty.
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Meet the author – Ashley Kalagian Blunt
Tuesday 24 February, 6–7pm
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Meet the Author – Andrew Leigh
Thursday 26 February, 6–7pm
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Image: Old Canberra House on Lennox Crossing is serving our community again. Photo: Bryant Evans/ANU.
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Cafe Mantra has opened at Old Canberra House.
Whether you’re in the mood for a great coffee, a classic breakfast, or a light lunch made fresh, Cafe Mantra has you covered.
Trading Monday to Friday 8am–3.30pm.
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Image: A wood library that draws in researchers and curious visitors alike. Photo: Claire Sheridan.
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Hidden Gems: The Xylarium
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Tucked away within Fenner School is one of the University’s most fascinating collections. The Xylarium is a vast “wood library” holding samples from across Australia and the world.
Wood anatomists, archaeologists, anthropologists, conservators, art historians and forensic scientists rely on this collection to resample, compare and investigate everything from climate history to cultural artefacts.
With its deep historical significance and ongoing research value, the Xylarium is one of the University’s quietest yet most remarkable scientific assets.
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Image: A moment of beauty, caught by chance. Photo: Billy Morrison
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Scene on our campus: Lily bloom
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“I saw the flower unopened the day before and thought I’d miss out on seeing it open. The following day, I caught it out of the corner of my eye, on my way to the bathroom. It felt like a small but perfect coincidence,” says student Billy Morrison.
Got a photo to share? Send it in using this form.
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In On Campus next week...
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- Photos from the first day of O-Week.
- Semester 1 reminders.
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Help is available if you need it. If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issue, ANU encourages you to seek support through the 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.
For life threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialing from an internal phone), then call ANU Security at (02) 6125 2249
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The Australian National University, Canberra
TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12002 (Australian University) | CRICOS Provider Code: 00120C | ABN: 52 234 063 906
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The Australian National University acknowledges, celebrates and pays our respects to the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people of the Canberra region and to all First Nations Australians on whose traditional lands we meet and work, and whose cultures are among the oldest continuing cultures in human history.
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