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Bella Rollinson and Hannah Swedlund, ANU Gender Identity + Sexuality Law Moot champions

16 October 2020

Alumni

On 13 October, we were thrilled to host the final of the ANU Gender Identity + Sexuality Law Moot, the first competition of its k

Tang, Holmes and Foley

15 October 2020

Research

Three scholars from The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law have co-authored a research article examining new lawyers’ perceptions of the ethicality of their workplace, with just over half of respondents reporting above-average lev

Life as an ANU Law student

06 October 2020

Study

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a law student entails at The Australian National University (ANU)? What learning support is available?

Ray and Reynolds

02 October 2020

Research

‘Lawfare’ and ‘green tape’ are common criticisms levelled by conservative commentators, politicians and business lobbyists at public interest litigants when major developments and jobs are delayed by legal challenges to environmental approvals.

Hayley and Charlotte

25 September 2020

Study

In 2020, The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law re-introduced the International Law Clinic (LAWS4302). This clinic is offered as an undergraduate course for students who have an interest in experiencing the practical application of international law. Its main focus is to encourage students to work collaboratively while responding to projects initiated by the conveners.

Andrew Ray mooting

15 September 2020

Study

The Australian National University (ANU) has many opportunities for law students to consolidate their legal skills and kick-start their careers.

Student ambassadors

15 September 2020

Study

Whether you're considering studying law at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, The Australian National University (ANU) offers a world-class legal education.

Heather Roberts

31 August 2020

Congratulations to Associate Professor Heather Roberts who is the recipient of the Vice-Chancellor’s Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning award in this year’s

Gender Identity and Sexuality Moot

26 August 2020

The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law will host Australia’s first gender identity and sexuality moot in October 2020, with former High Court of Australia judge, The Honourable Micha

Amanda Wingett

17 August 2020

Study

When the Yandruwandha and Yawarrawarrka people were formally recognised as the traditional owners of a 40,000-square-kilome

Joyce Yang, BA/LLB (Hons)

10 August 2020

Student life

Editor’s note: This reflective assessment by Joyce Yang, a Bachelor of Arts/Laws (Hons) student, is based upon her experience in the ANU College of Law’s Prison Legal Lite

Heather Roberts

31 July 2020

Study

A virtual exhibition of work by students in Selected Topics in Australian-United States Comparative Laws (LAWS4257) will be launched to coincide with The Australian National University’s (ANU) 2020 Virtual Open Week that runs 22-28 August. The virtual exhibition is an opportunity to showcase the diverse and innovative approaches to teaching and assessment being adopted by the ANU College of Law.

KCLS hotdesk volunteers

29 July 2020

Giving

When Kathleen Cunningham and Abigail Widijanto arrived in Western Australia earlier this year to begin their internships at the Kimberley Community Legal Service (KCLS), both knew they were in for a transform

Protesters attend a black lives matter rally in Melbourne

29 July 2020

Research

COVID-19 has affected every segment of society, with the law being no exception.