Tag: ANUSA
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“Resignations, In Short, Don’t Solve The Problem”: ANUSA President
Observer sat down with ANUSA President Charley Ellwood to discuss the future of the ANU in the wake of mass resignations from the ANU Council. Ellwood, student representative on ANU Council, called for changes to university funding and governance reform.
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“Categorically a policy failure”: ANUSA President Speaks Out on the Job-ready Graduates Scheme
ANUSA President Charley Ellwood recently appeared before a Senate Committee to argue against the controversial Job-ready Graduates scheme, which has hiked the prices of arts and humanities degrees across Australia. Observer speaks to him on the impacts of the scheme at the ANU.
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Julie Bishop Has Just Resigned: How Did We Get Here?
Over the last year, the ANU Council has been subject to resignations, bullying accusations, and unprecedented regulatory intervention. Here’s a summary of all that happened before Julie Bishop resigned.
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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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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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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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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.
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ANUSA 2025: RAGE Dominates Executive, First-Year Claims General Secretary Seat
RAGE for ANUSA has dominated the 2025 ANUSA elections, securing every executive role for 2026 except General Secretary, which was won by Malakai King running on the independent ticket Malakai for ANUSA. The elected executive candidates include Charley Ellwood for President and Undergraduate Member of the University Council, Stella Serrao-Smith for Vice-President, Eloisa Belmar Osborn…
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