23 Aug 2021

For James Barrett (JD, GDLP ’17) being a Fulbright Scholar was always in his peripheral vision. However, it wasn’t until writing his application that he realised how a much the scholarship aligned with his plans and future vision. 

16 Aug 2021

The Australian Crisis Simulation Summit (ACSS) is gearing up for its second year with an emphasis on inclusion and expertise, making its mission of developing the next generation of national security leaders a truly Australia-wide exercise.

04 Aug 2021

Professor Desmond Manderson FAAL FASSA FRSC is Director of The Australian National University’s (ANU) Centre for Law, Art and Humanities, which aims to bring the insights of the creative arts to how we think and talk about law and justice. He has written acclaimed books on law and literature, law and the visual arts, and even law and music.

02 Aug 2021

Dr Faith Gordon is a senior lecturer at ANU College of Law.

1. Tell us a bit about yourself including what brought you to ANU.

01 Aug 2021

Matt Davis is a senior human resources consultant at ANU College of Law.

1. What brought you to ANU?

30 Jul 2021

Daniel Schmoll (BEc/LLB (Hons) ’21) achieved a lot during his studies at The Australian National University (ANU). Not only did he complete a Bachelor of Economics and Laws (Honours), he immersed himself in the ANU Volunteering Society as its vice president and ANU Orchestra as a clarinettist.

28 Jul 2021

Nearly 200 million people have been infected with COVID-19 worldwide, yet few would describe their circumstances as being “in the right place at the right time”.

However, that is exactly how Marcus Dahl (BSc, LLB (Hons), GDLP ’18) sees his situation – and he’s determined to use his diagnosis to make a difference.

A Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University and alumnus of The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law, Marcus tested positive to the virus in November 2020 shortly after arriving in the United Kingdom amid an outbreak in his student accommodation.

21 Jul 2021

Dr Anton Moiseienko is a lecturer at ANU College of Law.

1. Tell us a bit about yourself including what brought you to ANU.

Following my PhD in London, I spent several years studying financial crime in a security-oriented think tank. I began to feel I miss legal academia, and ANU offered the perfect mix of coming back to the academia and the adventure of starting a new job on the other side of the world.

21 Jul 2021

Dr Akshaya Kamalnath is a senior lecturer at ANU College of Law.

1. Tell us a bit about yourself including what brought you to ANU.

I'm from India and have lived in a bunch of different places. I came to ANU for the chance to work with great colleagues and students.

2. What inspired you to become an academic?

14 Jul 2021

Recently, more than a dozen alumni from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law were honoured in the 2021 Lawyers Weekly Awards. Among the outstanding alumni recognised was Josie Dempster (LLB (Hons) ’14, GDLP ’17), who was named the Barrister of the Year at the 30 Under 30 Awards. 

13 Jul 2021

A Bill to decriminalise small amounts of illicit drugs in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has been welcomed by interdisciplinary scholars at The Australian National University (ANU) who have contributed to a Legislative Assembly inquiry.

09 Jul 2021

Maintaining a healthy study-life balance is important for every law student. Some like to unwind with exercise or music. Others prefer exploring the outdoors or binge-watching the latest Netflix series.

For Jenny Kei, happiness is a blank canvas and her paintbrushes.

“I started (painting) when I was seven years old. I still remember my first picture – it was a building with fireworks in the background,” says Jenny.

“Art has always been a hobby on the side for me. My favourite genre is classical and Renaissance art and artists, such as Johannes Vermeer.”

02 Jul 2021

A desire to make a difference is what initially led Max Farinazzo to enrol in a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) at The Australian National University (ANU).

A proud young Kamilaroi man, Max witnessed firsthand the difference lawyers can make in people’s lives. Now, he is determined to do the same.  

30 Jun 2021

Dr Jelena Gligorijević FHEA, an expert on constitutional law and media law at The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law, has been named the inaugural Gerard McCoy Visiting Fellow at the University of Canterbury School of Law, New Zealand.

The fellowship is named in honour of the late Dr Gerard McCoy SBS, QC SC, a well-known New Zealand barrister and constitutional law expert who practised and lived for most of his life in Hong Kong.

24 Jun 2021

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law congratulates all members of our community who have been acknowledged in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours List. 

Eleven ANU Law alumni have been recognised in the 2021 Queens Birthday Honours List for their outstanding achievements across a broad range of fields, and for their invaluable contribution to our society. We are proud to extend our warmest congratulations to all of our alumni who were recognised this year.

Philip Alston (HonLLD ‘19) AO

14 Jun 2021

Editor’s note:The following article is by Isabella Boone, a Juris Doctor candidate at The Australian National University (ANU) and member of ANU Law Reform and Social Justice project GreenLaw.

11 Jun 2021

You might have seen her on primetime TV earlier this year, travelling around the country and participating in various challenges as part of 'The Amazing Race Australia'. However, away from the cameras, the life journey of The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law alumna Tina Kuek (MAAPD ’15, GCertLaw ‘18) has been similarly amazing, too.

10 Jun 2021

By Varshini Viswanath (student ambassador)

In addition to being a student ambassador at The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law, Izzy Marsh is also the College’s representative for the ANU Students Association. Her interests transcend academics, including her involvement in the annual ANU endurance and orienteering running competition Inward Bound as well as exploring the dynamic, ever-evolving field of space law.

10 Jun 2021

By Isabel Marsh (student ambassador)

Varshini Viswanath is a third-year Bachelor of International Relations/Laws (Hons) student who spends most of her time juggling involvement in several social justice organisations and reserving her favourite spot at the Chifley Library.

10 Jun 2021

By Cherish Tay (student ambassador)

For many interstate and rural students, choosing to study at The Australian National University (ANU) can be a big decision as they relocate away from friends and family.

But for Aidan Hookey, a third-year Bachelor of Laws (Hons)/Philosophy, Politics and Economics student, it’s a decision that has proven to be incredibly rewarding.