27-04-2021

An intellectual inquisitiveness that turns heads and minds is what first made Matthew Bunten stand out from the crowd in his legal theory course at The Australian National University (ANU). 

Associate Professor Joshua Neoh vividly remembers his tutorials with Matthew.   

“He sat in the front row to my right,” Dr Neoh said.

21-04-2021

With COVID-19 lockdowns resulting in the introduction of physical distancing measures, restrictions on movement and more than 1.5 billion young people affected by school closures, many aspects of life have become ‘digital by default’.

Reports estimate that internet usage has increased by over 50 per cent in some parts of the world, while others continue to experience the ‘digital divide’.

20-04-2021

Angelique Nelis is a firm believer that young people are leaders of today, not just the future.

08-04-2021

Dr Camille Goodman (GDLP '07, PhD '19) is a self-described ‘pracademic’ whose career and professional life have traversed the boundaries of academia and public policy.

A government lawyer for many years, Dr Goodman has always kept one foot in the academic community as an alumna and visitor at The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law and through her involvement with the Australian and New Zealand Society for International Law.

23-03-2021

For Alice Crawford (BA '14/LLB (Hons I) '14, GDLP '16), protecting vulnerable people has always given her purpose and drive in her studies and throughout her career. 
 

18-03-2021

A new study has found that many targets of sexual harassment in Australia face a risky and costly road to justice despite a landmark civil case in 2014 that set a new benchmark in damages.

17-03-2021

As you might expect, the process of negotiating, discussing and drafting treaties involves voluminous documentary evidence. There are preparatory documents, documents detailing the history of drafting and negotiating, positions papers, contributions from non-State actors, and much more.

16-03-2021

A new book chapter written by Dr Cassandra Steer FHEA, Mission Specialist with The Australian National University (ANU) Institute of Space (InSpace) and Senior Lecturer at the ANU College of Law, puts a feminist lens on space law and gender diversity in the space sector.

12-03-2021

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law held its International Women’s Day (IWD) Breakfast on 11 March 2021, with more than 60 women from across Canberra, ranging from law students, legal professionals in private practice, government and community organisations, academics and distinguished judges, attending the event.

This event provided undergraduate and postgraduate ANU Law students with a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and gain valuable advice from a diverse range of impressive and inspiring women at various stages of their careers.

11-03-2021

A new book by Associate Professor Esmé Shirlow that explores deference in international adjudication has been lauded as a “ground-breaking” study and “tour de force” by legal scholars and jurists.

03-03-2021

Do you think your lecturer or tutor deserves to be recognised? Found a program that adds value to your learning? Nominate them now for the ANU College of Law Excellence in Education Awards 2021.

In a tumultuous year in which educators had to adapt to a new virtual environment and faced the added challenge of engaging with students via a screen, the Excellence in Education Awards 2020 recognise the accomplishments of all educators, especially those who went above and beyond.

24-02-2021

A new textbook co-authored by two scholars from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law aims to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills in contract law to succeed in their studies and professional practice.

17-02-2021

Earlier this month, Myanmar’s military seized power after detaining Aung San Suu Kyi and other democratically elected leaders. The move raised international concerns about state stability, public safety and the rule of law in the Southeast Asian nation, which now faces an uncertain future.

Now, a new book co-edited by three scholars associated with The Australian National University (ANU) provides a timely, in-depth examination of the legacies of half a century of military rule from socio-political, economic, legal perspectives and more.

12-02-2021

Editor’s note: Clare McBride-Kelly, a Bachelor of Laws(Hon)/Asian Studies student, recently completed a summer internship with the North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA), as part of the ANU Law Internship (LAWS6230) course.

12-02-2021

Charles Zhan (JD ’11) is a partner at Moulis Legal, a boutique commercial and international law firm where he specialises in trade defence and cross-border transactions.

A bi-lingual, bi-cultural and bi-jurisdictional lawyer, Charles was drawn to The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law by its reputation for public and international law.

10-02-2021

Law was never part of the plan for Himangi Ticku.

Seventeen and fresh out of high school, she left home in New Delhi, India and travelled halfway around the world to pursue a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in International Relations and Political Science, at The Australian National University (ANU). 

08-02-2021

A research article examining Australian corporations’ policy commitment to human rights by Professor Sally Wheeler OBE, MRIA, FAcSS, FAAL, Dean of The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law and Pro-Vice Chancellor (International Strategy), has been shortlisted for the Socio-Legal Studies Association (SLSA) Article Prize 2021.

04-02-2021

Scholars from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law have joined more than 40 Australian public law experts in a formal submission to the Federal Government urging the enshrinement of an Indigenous Voice in the Constitution.

Led by the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Faculty of Law, the submission has been made as part of the Indigenous Voice Co-Design Process.

28-01-2021

A research article co-authored by a professor and recent graduate of The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law sheds new light on government schemes for extrajudicial compensation.

28-01-2021

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

Three ANU Law alumni have been recognised in the 2021 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.

Sally Bryant (BEc ’86, LLB ’88) PSM