Australian National University
Coverage of Australian National University in the Nexus archive.
- ANU accused of ‘hysterical’ response to students using AI to cheat as unis scramble to ‘secure’ assessments
An academic at the Australian National University (ANU) accused it of a 'hysterical' response to students using AI to cheat, while experts warned Australia risks losing intellectual capability to companies in California and China if educational standards aren't restored.
- ANU accused of ‘hysterical’ response to students using AI to cheat as unis scramble to ‘secure’ assessments
An academic at the Australian National University (ANU) accused the institution of a 'hysterical' response to students using AI to cheat, as universities work to secure assessments. A colleague warned Australia risks 'shipping' intellectual capability overseas to companies in California and China if educational rigour is not restored.
- ANU denies it ‘lost control’ to a pro-Palestine encampment, royal commission hears
The Australian National University's acting provost denied the university 'lost control' of its campus to a pro-Palestine encampment, citing an internal safety review that assigned the encampment a 'high' psychosocial risk rating. The royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion is examining the impact of the encampment on Jewish students and academics.
- ANU scandals during Julie Bishop’s tenure caused $100m in reputational damage, university estimates
The Australian National University (ANU) estimates $100m in reputational damage due to scandals during Julie Bishop’s tenure, with interim vice-chancellor Rebekah Brown acknowledging impacts on donor pipeline and enrolments. A parliamentary committee heard these claims following a scathing audit report.
- ‘Seismic shift’ toward Aussie orbit likely under Solomon Islands’ new prime minister
Matthew Wale was sworn in as Solomon Islands prime minister after winning 26 of 50 parliamentary votes, replacing Jeremiah Manele who was ousted in a no-confidence vote. Experts suggest Wale's leadership represents a diplomatic shift toward Australia and away from China's sphere of influence, though moderate engagement with Beijing is expected to continue.
- Labor’s budget will benefit the young – but does little to woo voters drawn to One Nation
Labor's budget benefits younger and less well-off households at the expense of older and richer individuals. The budget's distributional analysis was conducted by Ben Phillips from the Australian National University's Centre for Social Policy Research. This shift may not be enough to deter middle-class Gen X voters from turning to right-wing parties.
- Julie Bishop resigns as Australian National University chancellor
Julie Bishop has resigned as chancellor of Australian National University. The finance minister, Katy Gallagher, stated that the institution must continue rebuilding trust and confidence. Julie Bishop's resignation comes early, with the university facing challenges.