The ceremonial and social heart of ANU is reopening in time for celebrations marking our 80th anniversary.  

“University House is ready to resume its place in the life of the ANU and the broader Canberra community,” says Master of University House, Professor Peter Kanowski. 

When a devastating hailstorm damaged our beloved University House in 2020, a small team began a six-year journey to bring the iconic heritage building back to life. 

Through complex restoration work, careful planning and countless challenges, their commitment to University House remained constant. As its doors reopen tomorrow, we celebrate the people whose care, persistence and collaboration made its return possible. 

Six ANU School of Art and Design graduates have created new prints for the newly refurbished University House. From Canberra sunsets and family photographs to windows and blankets, each work brings a personal story into the building’s accommodation suites, joining more than 150 works from the ANU Art Collection returning to its walls. 

The ANU-Civic Loop Bus route and timetable will change from Monday 17 August as the route continues to be tested throughout the pilot phase.

From next week:

Check the latest route map and updates on our website before traveling.

How many languages are really spoken across Australia? ANU researchers have launched the Languages of Australia Survey to build a more accurate picture of the nation’s linguistic diversity beyond what is captured in the Census.

If you speak more than one language, take the short, anonymous survey and help researchers understand which languages are spoken, where they are spoken and by how many people.

On Friday 14 August, a new ANU Strategy, recently approved by Council, will be launched at the newly refurbished University House.  This milestone event follows extensive consultation across our community – thank you to everyone who contributed. Council’s focus now shifts to delivery – starting with a review of the funding envelope, followed by agreeing measures of success and reviewing the implementation plan.

Our governance reforms have fully reconstituted the Nominations, Finance, and Audit & Risk sub-committees with new Chairs appointed. Council is completing its six-month governance review and planning the next phase of reform, alongside our continuing work with TEQSA.

The University’s financial position has improved materially, though student growth has slowed across the sector. Council approved ANU One, as one response, creating new pathways for domestic and international students, and is now reviewing its implementation KPIs and milestones.

Council is also reviewing safety and wellbeing, academic and regulatory matters, and digital and cyber risks.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their thoughts and ideas to the Chancellor selection process.  Council received the independent Chancellor Selection Panel's recommendation on Monday and expects to decide by Friday 14 August. An announcement will be made to the community in due course.

Dr Larry Marshall
Interim Chancellor

The Director, Research Services is responsible for leading research support services, governance and major interdisciplinary initiatives to strengthen the national and international research profile, and advance University‑wide strategies for research excellence.  

Applications close on Sunday 23 August, 11.55pm AEST. 

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has launched an urgent national appeal for people with O+, O-, A+ or A- blood to donate, with blood supplies impacted by the winter flu season. 

Around 80 per cent of Australians have an O or A blood type, and if you don’t know yours, donating is an easy way to find out while helping save lives. 

Registrations are now open for the seventh ANU Professional Services Leadership Forum on Friday 18 September. This forum will explore AI in higher education and what it means for the future of our work. 

Heading into the field? This in-person course gives staff and postgraduate students the essential knowledge to plan and undertake fieldwork safely, covering everything from equipment and first aid to PPE, communications and fieldwork requirements. Training is valid for five years. 

This program gives new and existing managers the foundational tools to effectively manage staff across the employee lifecycle. This practical introductory course is highly recommended within your first three months as a manager and is a mandatory prerequisite for future leadership programs. This is the only online session offered this year, providing an opportunity to learn about essential resources and connect with fellow managers across ANU.

The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) is bringing the National Youth STEM Summit to Canberra from Saturday 12 to Monday 14 September, with sessions across ANU, the University of Canberra and Australian Parliament House.

Open to STEM students and early-career professionals, the program includes keynotes, workshops, networking and career opportunities.

Tickets are $250 for all three days, with a 20 per cent group discount available for bookings of more than five. Access and Equity Scholarships can also cover registration, travel and accommodation costs for eligible participants.