The petition received over 700 signatures on change.org
The petition received over 700 signatures on change.org
By Helena Burke Online exam invigilation platform Proctorio has defended itself against the criticisms of the student-led ‘No Proctorio’ campaign. In an email sent to Observer, the company claims that some of the concerns of the petition were founded on […]
By Helena Burke A number of casual academic staff have told Observer about employment issues they have faced while working at ANU. Commencing work without a contract, being paid late, not being given enough time to mark assessments, and being […]
By Helena Burke On 16 March, ANU recalled all students studying or travelling overseas, and announced that all future international travel for University purposes would be suspended until further notice. ANU exchange students have described their difficult experiences of being […]
By Helena Burke If you spent this week focusing on tactics to escape the rain, here’s the news you might have missed. COVID-19 This week the Federal Government’s China travel ban was extended again. It will now be in place […]
By Helena Burke Construction of a seven-storey car park between Burton and Garran (B&G) and Wright Hall is due to commence late this year. The space is currently used as a single story car park for on-campus residents. ANU estimates […]
By Helena Burke The Diploma of Languages program has been reinstated for 2021. The program was cancelled in 2018 as part of the Federal Government’s $2.2 billion cuts to university funding in December 2017. Speaking to Observer, an ANU spokesperson […]
By Helena Burke The summer break has been a turbulent time for ANU. Before you give your liver a workout this O-Week, get up to date on the news you might have missed. Coronavirus travel ban Australia’s China travel-ban, imposed […]
By Helena Burke Content warning: this article contains discussion of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and institutional betrayal. Labor Senator Kristina Keneally addressed parliament on Monday with a speech condemning ANU’s handling of sexual assault and sexual harassment on […]
By Helena Burke The 2020 Clubs Council executive (CCE) was elected on Wednesday amid claims of a “toxic” culture by some outgoing executive members. A policy of reform is on the agenda, which is likely to include improving the […]