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    Feb 1, 2023
    Today, Professor Brian Schmidt announced he will step down as @VC_ANU at the end of this year. He is excited to spend 2023 working to achieve our shared goals, before returning to @StromloANU to research & teach as a professor of astronomy. 📺 youtube.com/watch?v=RR5d_r…
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    Dec 11, 2022
    If you have anyone in your life that is waiting anxiously for their Year 12 exam results, please share this message from @VC_ANU with them. "Your ATAR does not define your worth as a human being."
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    Aug 3, 2022
    A standing ovation from the audience as we say goodbye to President Zelenskyy following a truly special address and Q&A. Thank you to everyone who attended in person or watched online. #UnisWithUKR
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    Sep 26, 2023
    We’re excited to announce that Distinguished Professor Genevieve Bell will be the University’s next Vice-Chancellor. “Genevieve is a compelling and compassionate leader, with a deep understanding of the University’s distinctive mission,” ANU Chancellor Julie Bishop said.
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    Apr 4, 2023
    The ANU Council has issued a statement giving its unreserved support to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament. @VC_ANU encourages every member of the ANU community to engage with the referendum from an informed position. 📖 anu.edu.au/news/all-news/…
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    Nov 25, 2021
    ANU Vice-Chancellor @cosmicpinot was honoured to confer a Bachelor of Arts degree on Ian Mathews yesterday. Mr Mathews, 88, began studying his degree after retiring in 1988. "On behalf of our community, congratulations."
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    A moving bedside graduation in a student's final days
    For Ian Mathews, receiving his arts degree from the Australian National University came in his final days and...
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    Nov 5, 2021
    Congratulations to Distinguished Professor Hilary Charlesworth who has been elected to the International Court of Justice #ICJ 🎉 Hilary is a champion of human rights & incredible legal scholar. #ANU is celebrating you & this well-deserved recognition 👏
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    Jan 17, 2022
    Congratulations #ANUExpert @Lisa_J_Whop who has received $1.5m @nhmrc funding to continue her work to eliminate cervical cancer among Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women. Read more about her work to increase cervical screening via self-collection: reporter.anu.edu.au/handing-back-c…
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    Mar 3, 2022
    ANU statement on #Ukraine The Australian National University (ANU) strongly condemns Russia's invasion of Ukraine. In response, ANU will suspend all ties with Russian institutions. Read our full statement: anu.edu.au/news/all-news/…
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    Dec 26, 2021
    We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Emeritus Professor Brij Lal overnight. An incredible scholar & champion for democracy in his home nation Fiji, Brij represented the very best of ANU. Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones & friends. Vale Brij.
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    Jul 18, 2022
    Semester 2 is about to begin and we want to remind everyone that masks are required indoors at ANU. Wearing a mask is a simple and effective way to protect yourself and others. Thank you for helping to keep our campus safe.
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    Feb 8, 2022
    From tomorrow, ANU will give eligible students & staff a personal supply of rapid antigen tests & P2/N95 masks. 🧪😷 We know these items can be costly & hard to find & we want to make sure our community has access to them. Learn more: anu.edu.au/covid-19-advic…
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    Nov 14, 2023
    It’s the Tillies' world - we're just living in it. ⚽💛 After a monumental year for women's soccer, we are proud to announce 'Matilda' as the ANU Word of the Year 2023. Click to read more! brnw.ch/21wErEu 📸: Tiffany Williams/@FootballAUS
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    The Matildas waltz in as Australia's Word of the Year
    After an incredible FIFA Women's World Cup, ANU experts have chosen 'Matilda' as their Word of the Year for 2023.
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    Jul 28, 2022
    We are honoured to invite the ANU community to a special address by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. President Zelenskyy will speak live via video link from Ukraine to guests at Llewellyn Hall. 📅 Wednesday 3 August, 4.45-6pm 🎫 eventbrite.com.au/e/special-addr…