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How do we answer the big questions of 2020?
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to ask difficult questions about the economy, our health and the value of life itself. Pandemic Ethics, a new book by Dr Ben Bramble from the ANU School of Philosophy shows us how a philosophy can help us to make sense of these questions and find the best answers…
Watch on demand: CASS – ANU Virtual Open Week sessions
In light of COVID-19 restrictions on in-person events, this year’s The Australian National University Open Day went virtual and extended across the week of 22-28 August. Australia’s #1 university showcased its offerings for 2021, with the ANU College of Arts and Sciences running nearly 60…
Indigenous education strategy failing remote communities
A policy where remote Indigenous students board 'off country' to advance education opportunities is having the reverse effect, a major new report warns. The report, the first of its kind and led by Dr Marnie O'Bryan and Dr William Fogarty from the Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research (…
Worry increases, distancing decreases with COVID second wave
Victoria's COVID-19 second-wave outbreak and related lockdown has seen a spike in anxiety and worry among Australians everywhere, but particularly in Victoria, new data from The Australian National University (ANU) shows. The latest survey forms part of the ANU Centre for Social Research…
A traveler, a writer, broadcaster and a dad: A Father’s Day Tribute
By Andrea Morris, Head of Advancement, College of Arts and the Social Sciences Richard Fidler, BA ’86 For many Australians, Richard Fidler is a familiar name and voice. His national radio show Conversations with Richard Fidler has been on ABC Radio for over ten years. The…
Talent Recognised in 2020 Vice Chancellor's Teaching Awards
The 2020 Vice Chancellor’s Teaching Awards have recognised three members of the College of Arts and Social Sciences community for their outstanding contribution to teaching and student learning. Elisa Crossing, a Lecturer in Foundation Studies and Painting in the School of Art and Design shares…
ANU School of Music establish new Community Advisory Board
Culture and the arts in Canberra have a new ally, with the establishment of a Community Advisory Board at The Australian National University's School of Music. The board, led by former Labor politician Bob McMullan, will act as a key institution in the cultural life of Canberra, helping to build…