Vale Jennifer (Jenny) McMahon (1956-2023)
Philosopher, Educator and Artist The ANU School of Philosophy recently lost one of its most esteemed PhD alumnae with the death of Professor Jenny McMahon in June 2023. Jenny is now considered…

Cost of living pressures sees social cohesion hit record low
Dr James O'Donnell, ANU School of Demography, recently launched the 2023 Mapping Social Cohesion report, drawing attention to the top issues impacting Australians' sense of belonging, pride, and…

The fascinating phenomenon of consciousness
Professor Colin Klein was recently a guest expert on the ABC God Forbid podcast, discussing the question of consciousness in the episode The Fascinating phenomenon of consciousness. He was joined by…

Exploring Women's Roles and Authority in the Medieval World
On Friday 17 November 2023, a one-day workshop titled "Women, Gender and Authority in the Late Antique, Byzantine and Medieval World" was organised by Dr. Meaghan McEvoy and her medievalist…

ACF hosts Brazilian Delegation of New Federation Council
On Thursday 16 November 2023, the Australian Centre for Federalism (ACF) hosted a delegation from Brazil's New Federation Council to learn about best practices in Australian federalism. The…

Results of the second round of ANCLAS Small Research Grants 2023
The Selection Committee to consider the second round of applications for ANCLAS small research grants has now met and approved funding in support of the following research project: Voting Age…

What is Philosophy's Problem?
We are delighted to announce that Professor Fiona Jenkins (Centre for Moral, Social and Political Theory, ANU School of Philosophy) will be presenting the inaugural Women in Philosophy Lecture at…