04-07-2023

In 1993, Kuan Lim (BComm ’97) chose to pursue her undergraduate studies in Australia. However, she faced a tough decision in choosing where to study, made all the more difficult by the 3,600 kilometres between her two preferred cities. 

“It was either Perth or Canberra,” she recalls.

Ultimately, it was The Australian National University (ANU) and the ‘bush capital’ that won her heart.

“I chose Canberra because it was further away from home,” Kuan chuckles.

03-07-2023

It was 2017 when Natasha Moir first left her hometown of Sydney and ventured to Canberra to study a Bachelor of International Relations at The Australian National University (ANU).

Little did she know that this move would mark the beginning of a six-and-a-half year journey that would ultimately lead her to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts/Laws instead.

29-06-2023

A spur-of-the-moment decision is what initially led Eloise Doherty to embark on a life-changing journey studying law at The Australian National University (ANU).

“I chose to study law because a family friend suggested that I would enjoy it,” Eloise said.

“Without much consideration, on the eve of the university application submission date, I decided to give law a go and move from Sydney to Canberra.”

“I can now say that it was the best decision I could have made.”

28-06-2023

Studying law was a natural choice for Alice Dawkins (BAsSt (Hons) ’16, LLB (Hons) ’18). Arriving at The Australian National University (ANU) on a Hawker Scholarship, she was attracted to the College of Law’s lively public policy environment. Although discouraged by the drier parts of a legal education and regularly considering dropping out, Alice persevered because she knew that law would be a necessary part in her journey towards making a difference in society.

19-06-2023

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law congratulates all members of our community who have been acknowledged in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours List. 

Nine ANU Law alumni have been recognised in the 2023 King's 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.

Ms Amanda Chadwick PSM (BA '92, LLB '95)

15-05-2023

A group of undergraduate students at The Australian National University (ANU) are making significant strides advocating for South Asian communities in Australia.

The South Asian Legal Research and Advocacy Hub (SARAH) is an undergraduate research group run by South Asian students as part of the ANU Law Reform and Social Justice (LRSJ) program.

08-05-2023

The pathway to studying law and embarking on a legal career can take many different routes, some with more hurdles than others.

21-04-2023

Like many high school students, Katelyn Ewart (BA, LLB (Hons) ’16) was unsure about what she wanted to study at university. Her interests were diverse; she was fascinated by international relations, enjoyed working with people and was drawn to solving complex problems.

20-04-2023

Honorary Associate Professor David Letts AM CSM and Honorary Professor Robert McLaughlin have co-edited a new collection that dives into the legal depths of maritime law and security.

06-04-2023

Rebecca Brown, a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge, has won the 2023 Australian Year Book of International Law (AYBIL) and Australian and New Zealand Society of International Law (ANZSIL) Student Paper Prize for her essay, Australia's Approach to Health Governance: Quarantine, and its Global Implications.

03-04-2023

Since graduating from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law and returning to her hometown of Singapore, Janine Wan (LLB (Hons) '19) has found her law studies to be instrumental in shaping her career.

ANU Law student ambassador Andre Kwok, currently on exchange at the National University of Singapore, sat down with Janine to reflect on her journey from the halls of ANU to the bustling streets of the Lion City as part of a four-part blog series focusing on law careers in the Asia-Pacific.

By Andre Kwok (student ambassador)

31-03-2023

By Nick Bradman

Carsten Smith, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Norway, is a prominent legal figure known for his commitment to social justice and human rights.

During the course of his illustrious career, Mr Smith played a significant role in advancing the rights of the indigenous Sámi people of Norway, serving as the inaugural chair of the Sámi Rights Commission.

Under his leadership, the Commission worked to promote the rights of the Sámi people and address historical injustices.

23-03-2023

The circular economy is a revolutionary concept that seeks to rethink the way we use and reuse resources.

Instead of the traditional linear model of taking, making, using, and disposing, the circular economy envisions a closed loop system where resources are constantly cycled and regenerated, reducing waste and promoting sustainability.

14-03-2023

The past few years have thrown plenty of curveballs at us all, which have led people to rethink their lives, and in particular, their careers. But the job market can be competitive, so often if you’re looking to change course on your career or take a step up, you need a little extra study to get you there.

It was actually before the pandemic arrived that Trinity King started to think she may want to take her career in a new direction — and that she might need further study to help do just that.

14-03-2023

Rights to land and other natural resources are a contested issue across the Pacific region, and often provide a flashpoint for social tensions and political instability.

06-03-2023

Annie Haggar (BA/LLB ’06, GDLP ’07) has never been a tech whiz. She does not code and aside from Information Technology Law, she steered clear of most tech-oriented subjects at school and university. However, her curiosity in figuring out how things worked and playing with different gadgets led her towards a successful career working in technology law. 

14-02-2023

As the legal profession evolves and faces new challenges, the ethical responsibilities of lawyers are becoming increasingly complex.

Professor Vivien Holmes SFHEA has co-authored a new textbook with Associate Professor Francesca Bartlett (University of Queensland) that navigates the ethical terrain of today's legal landscape.

27-01-2023

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law congratulates all members of our community who have been acknowledged in the 2023 Australia Day Honours List.

Four ANU Law alumni have been recognised in the 2023 Australia Day 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.

Douglas Humphreys CSC (GradCertMilLaw '13)

23-01-2023

Kate Waterford’s (LLM ’17) journey into the legal profession featured many winding roads and destinations across various parts of the world. Ultimately, her curiosity about the world and the human stories in it sparked a passion to figure out ways to make the communities she was involved in better places. This eventually led to her pursuing a career in the legal profession, where she currently works as a Partner at Maliganis Edwards Johnson running its busy litigation practice focusing on medical negligence claims. 

23-01-2023

By Helen Tong (student ambassador)

Essay writing is an integral part of any law student experience.

For Marlow Meares, a third-year law student at The Australian National University (ANU), essay writing is a skill that he has clearly mastered.  

Marlow recently won the 2022 Sir Anthony Mason Constitution Law Essay Competition for his essay on how the High Court interprets referenda.