Category: ANU
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EAP and ECA Reform: ANUSA’s Mission to Improve Accessibility
The current accessibility of EAP and ECA frameworks have faced scrutiny from students, prompting ANUSA to pass two motions targeting their reform. Observer speaks to the motions mover Tyne Jones about these motions’ importance.
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How to Finally Get Your Degree Back On Track
Falling behind in your degree? Here’s what to do before it gets worse.
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Community Voices Heard at ‘Securing Our Future 2026’
On 23-24 March, ANU’s National Security College hosted the conference ‘Securing our Future: a ready and resilient Australia’. Observer talked to Professor Rory Medcalf, head of NSC, to find out more.
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ANUSA Birth Control Subsidy Explained
What is the ANUSA Birth Control Subsidy? Observer explains eligibility, subsidised services, and how to apply for reimbursement.
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A Guide to FINALLY Finding a Job in Canberra
Noting how hard it is to find a job in Canberra, Observer has compiled a list of relevant resources to help make the Canberra job search easier.
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Uni Students’ Catch-22: Medication, Food or Accommodation?
By Pia Bobeff and Mia Butautyte We’ve all seen the words “cost of living crisis” glaring back at us every time we tune into the news. We’ve all definitely felt it each time we make a purchase, whether it be refueling the car or trying to buy a snack from DailyMart on the way to…
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STEM Students Defend ANU’s Connections to Military Contractors
“I understand the people who brought this motion are very likely arts students”: STEM students at the ANU have protested against a motion at the first ANUSA OGM, demanding the ANU withdraw from space research projects connected to weapons companies. They argued that it “inhibits academic freedom” and destroys career opportunities.
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How Will ANU Move Forward in the Aftermath of Renew ANU?
On Friday, 20 March, Interim Vice-Chancellor Rebekah Brown and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Joan Leach met with the ANUSA President at a Student Community meeting. This allowed students to ask questions about the next University Strategy, set to be released in August 2026.
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Is ANU “Cooking the Books”?
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) is conducting an ongoing report examining the Renew ANU plan, introduced in October 2024. Observer investigates the inquiry.
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ANUSA Explained: What can ANUSA do for you?
From legal support to financial subsidies, physical spaces to Student Bites, ANUSA facilitates a wide range of student services. Observer provides a round-up of these services; what they are and how students can access them.