Image: Sam Watson. Credit: supplied by subject.

Growing up in small-town Ulverstone in Tasmania, Sam Watson may not have envisioned that one day he would be walking through the doors of the prestigious Oxford University on a full scholarship.  

And yet, the recent recipient of the – which provides fully paid tuition, a stipend, and return airfare – will commence his postgraduate studies there in 2025. 

The prestigious scholarship recognises outstanding all-round students. For Sam, it’s the culmination of all of his hard work and dedication to his values. 

Set491ÊÓƵmentor registrations for Semester 1, 2025 are now open. Mentors play a vital role in welcoming new students to the 91ÊÓƵand assisting in their transition. Set491ÊÓƵprovides opportunities for students who mentor to improve communication and relationship building skills, all while helping new students at ANU. 

Registration closes Thursday 21 November. 

Learn more: Become a Set491ÊÓƵMentor in 2025 

Monday 4 November, 5.30-7.30pm 

Join the at the 2024 91ÊÓƵSolar Oration to hear the Director of Climate Energy Finance, Tim Buckley, explore the global solar energy shift, including Australia's innovative strides in solar and wind generation. Discover how technology and international cooperation are reshaping the future of energy. 

 

Tuesday 5 November, 5.30-7.00pm 

The 85th will be presented by Professor Leigh Jenco from the London School of Economics who will be exploring act of transmission in Chinese political theory. 

Wednesday 6 November, 5.30-7pm 

The 2024 Annual Lecture on Indigenous Diplomacy will be delivered by Professor Sheryl Lightfoot, North American Member on the United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. 

 

Wednesday 6 November, 5.30-7.00pm 

Join a public lecture by 91ÊÓƵResearch School of Social Sciences visiting fellow in sociology, Professor Karen Throsby, on The Biopedagogies of Sugar. Discover the hidden truths about sugar and its impact on society. 

 

Thursday 7 November, 6-7.30 

The invites academics, students, and interested attendees to join an expert panel discussion on the 2024 presidential election and its potential implications for the future of American democracy and beyond, the realities facing women and minority groups, and the role of the United States on the global stage. 

 

Friday 8 November, 9am–5pm 

This one-day workshop hosted by the will bring together scholars working at 91ÊÓƵand other institutions from around Australasia to present research papers investigating women’s experiences of gender-based violence in different contexts, particularly in the political, domestic, legal, and ecclesiastical spheres. 

 

Photo Credit: Kassapa Senarath/ANU

(JCSMR) marked its 75th anniversary with a symposium on 24 October 2024, celebrating its transformative journey in advancing medical research in Australia. Founded in honour of Prime Minister John Curtin, JCSMR has grown into a leading research institution and the proud home of three Nobel Laureates. 

This milestone event welcomed JCSMR's own as the guest of honour, who emphasised the importance of great institutions in driving scientific innovation. 

 

The 91ÊÓƵInformation Security Office is introducing a brand-new Cyber Sense Training series featuring 91ÊÓƵalumnus and comedian Chris Ryan plus a few other familiar faces. Right now, you can watch the Cyber Sense Introduction Training video . Coming in November are three exciting modules on phishing, protecting your privacy, and protecting your device. So, stay tuned as 91ÊÓƵout these important modules, especially during  

Events are an important part of the university experience, but they also produce a large amount of greenhouse gas emissions. Good news is there are easy steps we can take to have a positive impact.  

Explore the Carbon Smart Event Guide for suggestions such as 91ÊÓƵtree tours, potluck picnics and a cycling tour of key Canberra sights.  

John Safran will be in conversation with on his new book Squat, in which he recounts his time squatting in a Hollywood celebrity’s abandoned mansion.

Enter now for a chance to win one of two copies of Squat. Plus have your copy signed on the night of Tuesday 12 November. 

The competition closes at noon AEDT on Friday 8 November.

If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issue, including distress related to the conflict in the Middle East, the University encourages you to seek support through the 91ÊÓƵStudent 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.