Nearly 600 attendees gathered online and in-person to hear from our speakers Shane Rattenbury, MLA and Leader of the ACT Greens, Professor Mark Howden and student Hannah Vardy.

Together, they covered what's happening in the ACT to reduce emissions, the latest sobering data on climate change, and the perspective of younger generations advocating for stronger action on climate change.

The event also brought together artistic responses to the climate crisis from artists Sharon Field, Ruby McRae, Rohan Cummins, Isabelle Zhu-Maguire and Ngaio Fitzpatrick. Scroll to the bottom of this email for a look at their works.

Read more: ANU Climate Update 2025

A projection created by ANU School of Art and Design students at Mt Stromlo as part of the Enlighten Festival. Photo: Nic Vevers/ANU.

Students from the ANU School of Art and Design projected their work onto the historic telescopes at Mount Stromlo Observatory as part of this year’s Enlighten Festival. The cohort, made up of second and third-year students, has pushed the boundaries of digital and experimental media, using animation, soundscapes, video and mixed media techniques.  

Read more: Illuminating the cosmos, ANU students light up Mount Stromlo 

An artistic interpretation of the research. Photo: Yas Crawford

Having two eyes is crucial to escaping danger, according to a new study conducted by an international team of researchers. The research, published in Current Biology, shows how mice process visual information from both eyes when under threat. 

ANU expert Robin Broersen from Erasmus MC, mice, like all animals, have a “freeze or flight” response when faced with a predator. “We observed that mice with two eyes opted for the flight response more often, while mice with only one eye were more likely to freeze,” Assistant Professor Broersen said. 

The researchers were then able to work out how visual information from both eyes comes together in the brain. 

Read more: Freeze or flight, it’s all in the eyes 

Thursday 13 March, 6.30-9pm 

Are you a student searching for a job in a startup? Are you a founder looking for an intern? Or just someone who is keen to have insightful chats with students and founders alike? 

The ANU Entrepreneurship Club presents an evening designed to connect students with founders in a social setting—facilitating insightful discussions and the exchange of innovative ideas 

Join the ANUEC for the first-ever Founder x Student Connect Networking Event at ANU 

Register now: ANUEC's Networking Event 

Thursday Mar 13, 5.30-8.30pm 

Temporary explores the experiences of Pacific migrant workers in Australia through powerful images and stories. Featuring photographs taken by workers and their families, the exhibition highlights the human side of labour mobility.  

A panel discussion, hosted by ABC Radio National’s Natasha Mitchell and recorded for Big Ideas, will share firsthand perspectives from researchers, policymakers, and workers. Co-presented by ANU and Griffith University, the event concludes with light refreshments. 

Register now: Temporary Exhibition 

Monday 24 March, 6-7pm 

Jess Hill will be in conversation with Hayley Boxall on Jess's new Quarterly Essay Losing It Can We Stop Violence Against Women and Children? In Losing It, Jess Hill investigates Australia’s National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children to find out what’s working and what’s not – and what we can do to turn things around. This compassionate, groundbreaking essay lifts the lid on a national crisis. 

Register now: Meet the author Jess Hill 

Thursday 27 March, 6-7.30pm 

Discover how a decade of collaboration between Traditional Owners and scientists reveals 50,000 years of art, climate, and resilience on Kwini & Balanggarra Country in this lecture. 

Hosted in partnership by Rock Art Australia and The ANU School of Culture, History & Language, the Two Ways to See: A Rock Art Research Journey lecture is presented by Traditional Owner Ian Waina from the far northern Kimberley community of Kalumburu in WA, and Emeritus Professor Andy Gleadow AO FAA from the University of Melbourne. 

The lecture will share how Traditional Owners and scientists have collaborated over the past decade blending science and traditional knowledge to reveal the enduring narratives of art, climate change, and human resilience on Kwini and Balanggarra Country in the East Kimberley spanning at least 50,000 years. 

Register now: A Rock Art Research Journey 

Are in the 18-26 age range or older than 44? Are you interested in connecting across generations and contributing to the design of a movement-based game? 

ANU School of Computing is offering a unique opportunity to take part in research focused on designing movements that convey meaningful narratives. Participants will also receive an A$20 e-gift card for each workshop. Students can choose to receive 2 credits per workshop instead. 

If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out to Erika at erika.wood@anu.edu.au.

We know that Wi-Fi connectivity on campus can be inconsistent, with black spots where the signal is weak or unstable. This year, we are working to improve coverage and provide a more reliable, seamless connection for everyone.

Our goal is to enhance accessibility and ensure better connectivity across all areas of campus. 

To learn more, visit Get Connected at ANU 

If you were born overseas, speak a language other than English at home, have migrated to Australia within the last 10 years, and are a domestic undergraduate student at ANU, then you could participate in an exciting new randomised control trial aimed at enhancing student employability and job-seeking outcomes.  

To learn more about the trial and how you can get involved, follow this link below to access an information statement and a short opt-in consent form. 

Learn more: Looking to boost your career prospects in Australia 

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The app features include quick access to ANU Security, emergency information and current alerts, safety tools, a campus map and other personal support resources.

All students should download the ANUOK App.

Make sure you turn on push notifications to stay informed about news that affects our community.

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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.