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Honorary Professor Brian Robson
21 Jan 2026

A lifetime of discovery, a legacy of giving: Honorary Professor Brian Robson establishes Theoretical Physics Award at ANU

When Honorary Professor Brian Robson arrived at The Australian National University (ANU) as a 25-year-old research fellow in April 1960, he joined a…

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Gibbon Foundation and Kambri Scholars
26 Sep 2025

Gift of education secured for future generations of Indigenous leaders

A milestone giftOn Friday, 19 September 2025, The Australian National University (ANU) celebrated a milestone moment – the fulfilment of a $50…

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Student with celo
22 Jul 2025

Inspiring students to act adventurously

A unique initiative is improving the mental health and wellbeing of medical students at The Australian National University (ANU). This novel idea…

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University House aerial view
20 May 2025

A landmark reborn: the next chapter for University House

The Australian National University (ANU) is working to finalise the restoration of University House, a cherished institution that has been closed…

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Cricket Club Image
13 May 2025

Supporting high-performance students on every pitch

The ANU Cricket Club (ANUCC) Scholarship and the generosity of the ANU donor community continue to be powerful forces in the lives of student-…

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Amy McWilliams
12 May 2025

Advancing a legacy: 2025 Natasha Linard scholars announced

Named after one of The Australian National University’s (ANU) first female engineering graduates and early PhD recipient, Dr Natasha Linard, the…

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Kambri Group Photo
02 May 2025

Over five years of empowerment: honouring the past, shaping the future

For Tyler Madrill the Kambri Scholars Program has been more than just financial support, it has been a catalyst for growth, leadership, and a…

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Kim Jackson and SKIP Foundation with scholars and with Genevieve Bell
01 May 2025

Engineering a more inclusive tomorrow

Through philanthropy and leadership, The Australian National University (ANU) alumna Kim Jackson is paving the way for future changemakers in an…

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students
20 Mar 2025

Ensuring no student falls behind

The Student Urgent Relief Fund (SURF) is a lifeline for students like Kane, who was months away from completing his master’s degree when his laptop…

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