Indigenous research
CASS linguists Elizabeth Marrkilyi Ellis and Dr Inge Kral
Indigenous research is a critical strength of the ANU College of the Arts and Social Sciences (CASS). CASS supports research that is led by First Nations researchers or produced in partnership with First Nations peoples and organisations. A key focus for CASS is producing research that benefits First Nations peoples, organisations and communities.
In recent years, the College’s research impact has expanded through the appointment of a number of First Nations researchers and educators, including Lawrence Bamblett (History), Chris Sainsbury (Music), Tony Dreise (CAEPR), Elizabeth Marrkilyi Ellis (Languages) and Brenda Croft (Art and Design).
CASS has begun work on a project that aims to institutionalise transformative reconciliation through organisational cultural change across the College.
Projects
The following are a sampling of the many Indigenous research projects currently underway in CASS.
CAEPR projects
The Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research (CAEPR) develops and updates its triennial research program through an annual planning process. This theoretically and empirically informed scholarship is underpinned by rigorous, evidence-based methodology. The Centre's research is both socially informed and relevant to Indigenous people and to Australian society in general. CAEPR does…
Rediscovering the Deep Human Past
This project will analyse Australia's epic Indigenous narratives alongside relevant new scientific evidence in order to create a big picture history of Greater Australia/Sahul, and as a result transform the scale and scope of history. Fresh periodisations and understandings will reorient this history in its wider global context. Through critiquing the evolution of disciplines,…
Scholarships
- The CASS Indigenous Australian Graduate Scholarship
- Ethel Tory Language Scholarship
- The Minoru Hokari Scholarship
- Malcolm Stewart Scholarship
- Sir Geoffrey Yeend Honours Scholarship
There are a number of scholarships for both international and domestic students. To find out if you are eligible see scholarships page.