The ‘Spinster Chemist’, a 13-cent pie and the ‘men-only’ job won by a woman: inside ANU80
In its first year, The Australian National University (ANU) had just five female staff. One was chemist Joyce Fildes.Fildes…
ANU teaching performance reaches six-year high in global rankings
The Australian National University (ANU) has recorded its strongest teaching results in six years in the 2027 Times Higher…
ANU welcomes graduates home at inaugural China career event
More than 150 graduates, alumni, employers and industry representatives came together in Shanghai for the inaugural The…
ANU expert Penny Brothers appointed President of Royal Society Te Apārangi
The Australian National University (ANU) Emeritus Professor and chemist Penelope (Penny) Brothers has been appointed the next…
ANU earthquake scientist named 2026 ACT Young Tall Poppy
ANU expert Dr Sima Mousavi has been recognised for uncovering hidden earthquake faults across Australia and inspiring the next…
New ANU Vice-Chancellor Scholars Program opens doors for students facing barriers to university
The Australian National University (ANU) has launched a new flagship scholarship program designed to help overcome barriers to…
ANU Community Day brings 80 years of ideas, discovery and community to life
The Australian National University (ANU) opened its doors to Canberra on Saturday 15 August, welcoming thousands of visitors to…
Statement from ANU on the retirement of Interim Chancellor, Dr Larry Marshall
The Australian National University (ANU) has today acknowledged and thanked Interim Chancellor, Dr Larry Marshall, for his…
Dr Gordon de Brouwer AO PSM FIPAA appointed 14th Chancellor of ANU
The Australian National University (ANU) has appointed Dr Gordon de Brouwer AO PSM FIPAA as its 14th Chancellor, bringing more…
ANU celebrates 80 years by opening its doors to Canberra
The Australian National University (ANU) will welcome thousands of visitors to campus on Saturday 15 August as it celebrates its…
Restored University House reopens as ANU marks 80 years and launches ANU by 2030
The Australian National University (ANU) has officially reopened its historic University House as part of celebrations marking…
Restored University House to reopen for ANU 80th birthday celebration
More than six years after it was severely damaged in a hailstorm, the ceremonial and social heart of the Australian National…
Why should anyone care? Three Minute Thesis presenters share the stories behind their PhD research
What can you distil into three minutes?For the twelve PhD students competing in the ANU Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, it…
ANU climbs in QS World University Rankings
The Australian National University (ANU) has climbed three places to 29th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, reinforcing…
Update on the Chancellor selection process – message from the Acting Chancellor
18 May 2026 Dear ANU staff and students,I’m writing to keep you updated about the selection process for our new Chancellor…
Update from Acting Pro-Chancellor
My name is Andrew Metcalfe, and as of yesterday I am the acting Pro-Chancellor.I have been an appointed Council member since mid…
Statement by the Australian National University Council following its meeting on Friday 8 May 2026
The Council of the Australian National University (ANU) met in Canberra today, Friday 8 May 2026, to receive and commence…
ANU researcher recognised globally for ocean conservation breakthrough
A researcher from The Australian National University (ANU) has been recognised on the global stage for research that could…
ANU researcher wins NHMRC award for global cancer trial
Professor Mark Polizzotto has won an NHMRC award for his global study testing whether a daily tablet could replace chemotherapy…
ANU second among Australian universities for number of subjects in global top 20
The Australian National University (ANU) leads the nation in 11 academic subjects and only one other Australian university has…
