Dear all, 

I hope you’re all doing well and that exam season is going well for everybody. There has been a lot of movement on campus this week.

First, on Monday May 27th, Reconciliation Day, the ANU Gaza Solidarity encampment were given orders to move on by the University and by the police. You can see ANUSA’s statement on this here. The encampment has now moved. I want to reiterate that police presence on campus is intimidating, unsafe and affects wellbeing of students involved for students and that ANUSA does not support this decision.

Second, the ANU Council will be considering undertaking a review of the Socially Responsible Investment Policy on 14 June 2024. You can see ANUSA’s statement on this, and more context on what that means, here. 

For context, I am both the ANUSA President and, separately, the Undergraduate Member on ANU Council (UMAC). As UMAC, I requested that we review this policy at Council. This review is as a result of student pressure. It’s clear that the ethics represented in the policy are not up to date with our values as a community today, and a review could bring this up to date. It is not a promise of divestment. There is still work to be done and ANUSA continues to push for full divestment from companies who are connected with provisions of military goods and services to the Israeli military. The University should still engage with the students on their demands and this should not be the end of the conversation. However, I celebrate the step forward and will be working hard to make sure that community consultation will be a part of this review. 
 

Phoenix O’Neill

ANUSA President

ANUSA Events

28 May - 7 June
Less Stresstival
Come along to our noodle nights, grab a hot chocolate, or take a break with a quick game or place a couple of puzzle pieces, we’ve got something for everyone!

3 June
ANUSA Parents and Carers: Craft & Connect
This special gathering is designed to offer parents and carers a chance to bond, create, and relax with their friends and families.

Ends 14 June
Parents and Carers' Room Photo Challenge
Head to one or all of our parents' rooms on campus, snap a photo and post in the ANUSA Parents and Carers Group for your chance to win a free hamper

4 June (fortnightly)
Parents and Carers Reading Challenge
Join us for the "ANUSA Parents and Carers: Reading Challenge!" – a recurring event every fortnight designed to ignite a love for reading and provide a delightful bonding experience for parents and carers in ANU.

More news...

Deferring a Deferred Exam - Update

After months of ANUSA's advocacy, ANU has updated their policy on ECA and allowed students to apply for one more ECA after getting a deferred exam approved. This is reflected in section 34 of the ANU Student Assessment Coursework Policy. If you have any feedback on the ECAs, please contact ANUSA at sa.vicepresident@anu.edu.au.

ANUSA Parents and Carers Magazine
Shouting out all ANU Parents and Carers!
We're calling on you to contribute to our vibrant community magazine! Let’s keep our memories framed with moments that reflect the strength and diversity of our wonderful community.
Submit your content by: 15th June 2024
Email: sa.parentsandcarers@anu.edu.au

The Big Steal + Director Q&A with Nadia Tass
1pm, Sun 2 Jun at NFSA’s Arc Cinema

Teen Danny Clarke wants only two things: a Jaguar and a date with Joanna Johnson, the prettiest girl in his high school. Unfortunately  his scheme to get both by trading in the Nissan his parents gave him and impressing Joanna with a Jaguar XJ6 doesn’t exactly go to plan. This classic Australian comedy from director Nadia Tass highlights the risks of doing anything for love. 
Book online via nfsa.gov.au/events | Use promo code ANUSTEAL to get 20% off

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