Passwordless authentication arrives tomorrow (Wednesday 17 August). Here's what you need to know about going passwordless.
We will start setting up for our 2022 ANU Open Day on Thursday 1 September. Please note that some areas of Kambri may be slightly inaccessible during this time. Work will be across Marie Reay, the Cultural Centre and the outdoor areas between North Rd and Tangney Rd.
Completed the Workplace RAP Barometer survey yet? Only takes 15 minutes of your time and the results will be valuable as we develop our next Reconciliation Action Plan. Read more
Keep reading to find out about events, University activities and stories that capture the campus experiences of our community.
Tribute to Vicki Stanley
The Office of Business Engagement and Commercialisation team, ANU and the Canberra community, have been saddened by the passing of Vicki Stanley (pictured).
PhD candidate Ash Pascale (pictured) from the ANU Department of Materials Physics is pursing her lifelong passion for science. She's navigating cube satellites and how water can be used as a fuel substitute for rockets launched into space.
Marshmallows and spaghetti may not be the foundation of a delicious dinner, but together they can be used to create a structure strong enough to withstand the weight of a couple of textbooks.
That's the premise of the spaghetti marshmallow construction challenge, one of 16 experiments ANU has sent to schools to celebrate National Science Week.
The STEM boxes initiative was created in 2020 by the ANU College of Science as a way to engage high school students with science during the pandemic-induced switch to remote learning.
Experiencing the Universe through an Indigenous View
Tonight (Tuesday 16 August), 7–8pm Experience the skies in a new way - through the lens of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Science composed to music. Register now
Canberra Women of Science and Art
Tomorrow (Wednesday 17 August), 12.30–1.30pm Meet a diverse group of amazing Canberran women working in or inspired by science, tech, engineering, art and maths (STEAM). Register now
The science of psychology
Thursday 18 August, 4–6pm Join us in Gather Town (an online interactive world) for National Science Week, to engage with the science of psychology. Meet our psychology researchers to learn about the varied issues they explore, such as climate change, COVID and social media. Register now
Rainbows in science
Friday 19 August, 4–8pm Come along and meet LGBTQIA+ scientists and allies from ANU and beyond. Experience a range of colourful STEMonstrations from a variety of science disciplines (Earth sciences, environmental sciences, biology, physics, and medicine). Register now
In conversation with James Curran
Monday 22 August, 6–7pm James Curran will be in conversation with John McCarthy on James's new book Australia's China Odyssey. From Euphoria to Fear. Register now
Higher Degree by Research | Season One Exhibition One
Wednesday 24 August – Thursday 1 September Higher Degree by Research Candidates, Michele England and Anne-Marie Jean, present their exhibitions in the School of Art & Design Gallery. Register now
Why lovers of period drama are roasting the latest Austen adaptation
ANU honours student Claire Watson and Director of the ANU Research School of the Humanities and the Arts, Professor Kate Mitchell, unpack why the Netflix adaptation of Persuasion has been panned by critics and viewers alike.
