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2021 Postgraduates in the Village
Burgmann College | 2021 Postgraduates
“
Burgmann thrives on difference
and diversity - you’ll find your
best friends here not because
they’re people just like you, but
because they’re people just as
refreshingly different as you. The
From the
Principal
Burgmann College is honoured
to be situated on the land of
the Ngunnawal people. Our
community acknowledges and
celebrates the First Nations
people on whose traditional lands we meet and work, and whose cultures
are among the oldest continuing cultures in human history.
We are proud to be an independent, egalitarian and inclusive home for the
students of the Australian National University. Responding to the mood of
youth at a unique moment in Australian history, the brand-new Burgmann
fact that we’re all so different of 1971 mirrored the contemporary groundswell of young people taking
charge of their own destinies— empowering them to be socially conscious,
means that no one is average,
”
aware and intelligent young adults within the safety of a deeply supportive
environment. The times and styles have changed, but Burgmann today
and everyone is welcome. is still the carbon copy of that ethos—profoundly committed to every
resident achieving their highest potential, academically and personally,
emphasising individual freedom and growth alongside collegiate
— Ben Jefferson commitment, responsibility and contribution. ‘Family’ is the word that
both our residents and staff use to describe our community; every resident
BRA President is known and supported. Our staff are passionately committed to ensuring
our young people have the best possible start in their grown-up lives
and careers.
2021 will be a year of celebration at the College as we enter our 50th year.
We have residents and alumni from across Australia and around the
globe with whom we plan to connect and share stories as we reach this
significant milestone.
I encourage you to visit the College and our website to learn more about
our community.
Sally Renouf
Ms Sally Renouf
PRINCIPAL
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A safe and inclusive culture
Burgmann College has a zero tolerance approach
The following features continue to be unique to all behaviours on the spectrum of sexual
and distinctive to Burgmann: violence, hazing, bullying and discrimination. We
are committed to providing a safe and inclusive
The Principal and Deputy Principal environment for all residents, regardless of
gender, sexual preference, race, religion, physical
residing on-site or mental disability or political opinion.
Having senior staff residing in close proximity We celebrate and support each resident to
to residents is considered best practice express their unique selves within an inclusive
internationally, yet Burgmann is the only and respectful collegiate environment. We have a
Why Burgmann? residence at the ANU where this is true and is one
of the few remaining residences to do so
whole of community responsibility to promote a
respectful culture and to call out
in Australia. inappropriate behaviour.
What was true in the 1970s when Burgmann It is one of the aspects that contributes strongly We set the tone early at the beginning of each year
was established is still true today - we are a to residents feeling safe in their home-away-from- with a week-long new resident induction program,
home environment and as though they are still as well as forums throughout the year where
small personal college with a strong pastoral
part of a family. Principal Sally Renouf continues residents can share their personal experiences, to
care network and ample opportunities for
the great tradition of the Master’s dog, with Eve create a culture of understanding and empathy.
self-governance. Burgmann is an ideal environment
and Juno for residents to play with. The family
for academic, social and professional development. atmosphere is reinforced by the children of the We regularly hold cultural celebrations that
Burgmann emphasises individual freedom and growth on Principal and Deputy also living within reflect the diversity of our residents and bring
the one hand and collegiate commitment, responsibility the community. the community together. Celebrations such as
and contribution on the other. We are a not-for-profit Chinese New Year, Christmas in July and Eid al-
institution and our independence has enabled us to Adha, have a deep impact in nurturing the sense
prioritise these values and to be highly flexible and agile in of recognition, intercultural understanding and
They call us the ‘real adults’. belonging amongst our residents.
responding to changing student needs. It’s lovely to be able to invite the
All residents are asked to maintain a balance between residents into a domestic, relaxed
Thank you both for being so
enjoyment of personal freedom and respect for the freedom environment, and to be able to give
of others; between creative individualism and collegiate wonderfully generous to produce
them a cup of tea in the middle of
cooperation, and respecting the privacy of others. That food, not just delicious, but which
the night in the midst of a crisis. It’s
balance is central to the College’s origins and is fundamental also exudes happiness and love.
important in that moment to be able
to its continuing. We appreciate it so much.
to give them genuine comfort.
- Aadya Ramesh, resident and guest
- Amelia Zaraftis, Deputy Principal at Eid al-Adha celebration
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Unparalleled resident
representation in governance
Residents play an extraordinary role in the
College’s governance, holding seven of 32 Non-hierarchical, multi-year
positions on the Council and three of 10 resident structure
positions on the Board of Management,
We maintain the non-hierarchical ethos
with full voting rights.
valued by our founders, with 1st, 2nd, 3rd
This not only gives them a powerful year and postgraduate students having equal
role in making important decisions that access to all facilities, and no distinctions
affect them and their fellow residents, between ‘junior’ and ‘senior’ residents.
but provides amazing opportunities Residents may also stay for one to three
in governance training for a future years of their studies. International research
generation of leaders. The residents who shows that a multi-year model of residence
grasp these opportunities really rise to the of three to four years creates a much stronger
challenge and show extraordinary personal sense of connection amongst both the college
development in their leadership skills and broader campus community, as well as
within a short space of time. facilitating stronger peer advising
and mentoring.
Our commitment to an egalitarian
ethos is demonstrated in big and small
It really alters the dynamic between ways. For example, when eating in the
the governing body and the resident Dining Hall, residents fill up the eight
representatives; it means the residents chairs at a dining table before starting
A high ratio of staff to residents have a much greater stake in the College— a new one. This ensures residents
and exceptional pastoral care it’s not just a hotel at the University. form broad relationships across the
community and helps avoid cliques
With the creation of the College Dean position in - Greg Mills, Chair, Board of Management from forming.
2018, we have three leadership staff (Principal,
community, and we believe that by being aware of
Deputy Principal and College Dean) for 360
the signs and challenges of mental ill health, we are
students. We are proud
better placed to support our
to have a high ratio of
residents and colleagues.
Residential Advisors to
residents, at 1:13 or 1:16 in Throughout my time at Burgmann, Our staff genuinely care
our Village blocks. We invest I have been lucky enough to be part of one about our residents: the
in pastoral care and ensure of the most immersive and supportive housekeeping staff teach
this level of support because environments. I was given the space I them how to iron and
we know it needed to grow as an individual, and the separate their laundry; the
is important. support I needed to succeed academically. maintenance staff help
Weekly events, large study spaces, them set up for events and
At Burgmann, pastoral care
and a diverse community have made build props; and all of the
is treated as a whole-of-
my postgraduate study at Burgmann staff regularly turn up as
community commitment.
phenomenal. I feel indebted to all the supporters at inter-hall
Within the last two
wonderful staff, community leaders, and cultural and sporting events,
years, every member of
Burgmann College as a whole! including madly cheering
our staff, from Principal
at the End Point for Inward
to Housekeeping and - Jonathon Masters, Third Year Resident
& Residential Advisor Bound. The bond between
Maintenance, volunteered
the staff and students is
to complete accreditation in
so special, it endures well
Youth Mental Health First
beyond residency, with alumni making regular visits
Aid. All of our staff have a desire to support our
and calls after they leave.
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Living on Campus
The Village Accomodation
The Village is comprised of six buildings situated
The Village at Burgmann is more than just a place in a leafy and relaxed environment. The ‘Street’
to live - it is a vibrant community of postgraduate running through the centre of the Village is a place
residents in a stunning corner of the ANU to meet friends or hold social events. The Village is
campus next to Lake Burley Griffin. The Village surrounded by trees and gardens making it a very
has the National Botanic Gardens as its backyard pleasant environment in which to live.
and everything on campus is only a short walk
or bike ride away. Canberra’s city centre (called There are four types of accommodation options:
Civic) is within walking distance and provides
plenty of restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs to • 5 Bedroom Apartments
visit whilst you take a break from your study. • 3 Bedroom Apartments
The Village prides itself on its community spirit. • 2 Bedroom Apartments
There are many opportunities to get involved in • Studios 5 Bedroom Apartments
sports and arts activities in an environment with Each apartment has a shared kitchen with cupboards
a strong culture of participation. Regular social for storage space, four hot plates, fridge and an oven.
activities provide an opportunity to relax with There are two showers and two toilets. There are also
fellow residents. apartments suitable for disabled accommodation and
these have a slightly different configuration. Each
resident in the apartment has a private lockable
room containing a standard king-single bed and a
study desk.
2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments
On the ground floor of each building and on the
second floor of certain blocks there are 2 bedroom
apartments. Some are allocated to the Residential
Advisors of each block with the remaining available for
resident accommodation. The 3 bedroom apartments
are similar to the 2 bedroom apartments, with an
extra bedroom and a bigger common area. There are
only four 3 bedroom apartments. The facilities for
these two types of apartments are similar to those
found in the 5 Bedroom apartments.
Studios
Disability/wheelchair These are self-contained units, which include a
accessible rooms queen-size bed, desk, kitchenette and bathroom. The
are available upon kitchenette has two hot plates, a microwave oven and
request. small fridge. Due to the high demand for studios, first
year postgraduate residents may apply but are not
guaranteed to be given a studio apartment. Rooms
are allocated to new and returning residents by the
College over the summer vacation.
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Xuan (Justin) Ji
2nd Year Resident / Residential Advisor
Food and
How did you find coming to Burgmann? Tell us about a typical week for you Catering Packages
I came straight to Burgmann in mid 2018 after I at College.
The heart of our College, the Dining Hall, underwent
finished my undergrad study in Melbourne. I am currently a full-time second year JD significant refurbishment in 2015.
Since I did not know anyone in Canberra, therefore (postgraduate law) student, so I spend most of my
time in the library or the computer lab during the All Village accommodation is self-catered. However,
I chose to stay on campus. It was a bit daunting at
daytimes. My roommates and I love cooking together, various meal packages are available and can be
the start as I have never lived in a residential hall
and criticising each other’s food. Over the weekend, tailored around your schedule and needs.
before, however, to my surprise, the transition went
extremely smooth with the help of my RAs and some some of us will go shopping or a bit of a walk to Black Meal packages are reasonably priced and meals are
warm-hearted ressies. Mountain. Sunday potluck dinner was definitely one provided in the College Dining Hall.
the highlights of last year, we will
try to bring it back this semester. Postgraduate resident fees include a weekly dinner
What’s the best thing about
in the dining room, and periodically when a special
living at Burgmann? theme dinner is arranged.
How do you feel you might
For me, the best thing about ...the best thing be different for having lived Dinners for New Residents
For more information on catering packages, please
living at Burgmann is the sense about living at at Burgmann? contact reception@burgmann.anu.edu.au Moving into your new home may feel daunting,
of community. People are so kind
and so ready to give you a hand Burgmann is the I am extremely grateful that one particularly if you have come from interstate
or overseas.
whenever you need. A strong sense of community. of my RAs encouraged me to apply
reflection on the spirit of “you look for being a RA. It has been an In order to ease the transition of settling into College,
after your mates, and your mate will People are so kind amazing journey for my personal we offer our new Village residents complimentary
look after you”. Moreover, you can and so ready to give growth, also a range of skill meals in the Dining Hall for the first two weeks of
easily strike a conversation with sets that have been sharpened. their stay. We believe it is a big enough step to have
people from different backgrounds you a hand whenever I definitely feel more confident to move to a new place, you don’t need the stress of
and areas of studies. you need. in communicating with people working out what to cook!
from different backgrounds and
What’s the one thing you cultures, and dealing with some Village formal dinners
didn’t expect about Burgmann? sensitive yet tricky human issues. On top of these,
Villagers come together two times a year for a formal
substantial improvements in the area, including
Before I arrived, I thought the residents who live in dinner in the Dining Hall where they celebrate
time management, interpersonal skill and life and
postgraduate Village are studious and not sociable. community, good food and each other’s company.
work balance.
However, my perception was completely wrong as
people are good at balancing regarding study, work Do you have any advice for students applying
and social life. Small gatherings among residents
to the ANU and Burgmann?
happen fairly frequently, and everyone is welcome to
join and have fun. Definitely apply for the ANU (the second best
university in the country, because I show my strong
How did you find moving to Burgmann? allegiance to Unimelb) and Burgmann if you want
Was it what you expected? to experience something new and amazing. Time is
ticking off!!!! What are you waiting for??!! Links in
Moving interstate definitely is not easy, especially I the booklet description.
started in Mid year whereas most of the kids came in
at the beginning of the year. However, my amazing I can’t wait to see you here at Burgmann.
RAs and all the cool beans made my life so much
easier as I was invited to events, and slowly developed
the friendship with residents. I heard so much about
living in a residential hall prior departure to Canberra,
and the experience at Burgmann so far has exceeded
my expectations.
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Facilities
Burgmann has many common
spaces where you can relax,
socialise and study.
The Lounge
This room adjoins the Chapel
and is another common room for
residents’ use. It houses a TV with
Foxtel and coffee making facilities.
Common Room
Equipped with a TV (Foxtel),
lounge suites, a stage, dance floor,
numerous tables and chairs, table
tennis and a pool table.
Dining Hall
Open from 7:00am till 10:30pm,
for Villagers with catering
packages the Dining Hall provides
access to fruit, tea, coffee and hot
chocolate throughout this time.
Bar Music Room Village Vegetable Laundry
A dedicated space for music Garden A communal self-catered laundry
‘Le Chat Noir’, the College Bar,
practice without disturbing others. Green thumbs are welcome to block is centrally located in the
is an important part of College
be part of the communal Village Village. The washers and dryers
social life. The bar is often open Gallery/Study & Vegetable Garden. Residents can are free, and residents provide
between 8:30pm – 10:30pm on
selected nights and provides a
Meeting Room buy into the plot for $5 with the their own washing powder.
funds going towards the purchase Communal clothes lines are also
creative array of non-alcoholic When it is not hosting an
of seeds, gloves and tools. available.
and alcoholic beverages. No exhibition it is free to be used as
BYO permitted. a study space and meeting room. Other Meeting and
Open 9:00am – 10:30pm this
Grounds and Gardens
Computer Lab space was refurbished in 2019. The College’s extensive gardens
Study Areas
Our lab contains a mixture of and grounds play a key role in the There are a number other rooms
PCs and Macs. All computers are
Chapel life of the College; residents enjoy in the College that can be used as
connected to the ANU network Available to all residents and is our lawns every day for lunch and meeting and study areas
and have internet access. There used for numerous purposes, use them regularly for for residents.
are two black and white printers. events and for reflection. special events.
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Bin Dong
2nd Year Resident / Residential Advisor
How did you find coming to Burgmann? Tell us about a typical week for you at College.
When I considered finding accommodation near ANU, In different stages of the semester, the typical week
it’s more wonderful to live in a community on the is different. Relaxation and recreation activities are Residential Advisors
campus like Burgmann. It provides me with lots of much more in the first half of the semester, while
chance to meet lovely people and enjoy interesting academic supporting activities are much more in the Residential Advisors (RAs) are residents appointed
community life. second half. A typical week for me is usually busy in by the College to undertake pastoral and leadership
the day time with the study or work. In the evening, duties. Each RA is responsible for a portfolio.
What’s the best thing about I prefer to enjoy chatting with my family through Portfolios have either an academic or a community
development focus.
living at Burgmann? the zoom or chatting with my lovely
roommates. Or I go to participate in the There is at least one RA in every block in the Village.
I think the best part of
events organized by the Colleges. RAs will make themselves known to residents around
Burgmann is multicultural.
Burgmann life
Burgmann Support
the College. They offer assistance in a variety of ways:
Not only the community How do you feel you might
makes me feel that • providing general advice on study, research and
activities consider the different be different for having lived workload management
cultural background of residents it’s not too difficult at Burgmann? Academic Network • connecting residents with peers studying in the
but also encourage the residents
to respect the difference. I’m to live far away Burgmann life makes me feel that it’s Our peer learning community is led by the Deputy same subject area
able to meet people from other from family. not too difficult to live far away from Principal and a team of Academic Network • suggesting strategies for more effective
countries and even able to make family. The feeling to be a member Coordinators and Residential Advisors. study techniques
of a community is significant for
Australian friends.
international students. The friendly
The Academic Coordinators support students • listening to individual concerns, and helping
studying their specific academic areas as well as to find the best ways to support floor, group,
What’s the one thing you didn’t expect staff, fellow residents and exciting activities make me
residents who are interested in related topical issues. individual and community well-being
about Burgmann? know Australian culture and lifestyle. Moreover, I’m
more confident to immerse into the local life in future.
They each hold portfolios in their academic field and • referring residents to College staff and external
The location of Burgmann is extremely fantastic. are responsible for organising round tables, guest support services.
I have never imagined I can see rabbits, possums Do you have any advice for students applying lectures and other academic events which enrich our
RAs are residents with strong academic performance
and hedgehog when I relaxed my eyes to look out of learning community. They are the first point of
to the ANU and Burgmann? and a demonstrated caring attitude, and will be able to
my window. The environment is nice and quiet. call for coordinating academic support for
help you adjust to your new home here at Burgmann.
The lake and Black mountain are both nearby, so The deeper you engage in the Burgmann community Burgmann residents.
it’s very convenient to have a walk in the morning life, the more satisfaction you’ll get. No matter you’re
or afternoon. interested in science, sports, music, art or linguistic,
How did you find moving to Burgmann?
you’re able to find someone having the same interest
as you here. I believe you’ll enjoy a wonderful life and
Burgmann Journal
Was it what you expected? have many new friends in Burgmann.
The Burgmann Alumni Mentoring Burgmann Journal is an interdisciplinary,
I applied to Burgmann as soon as I know the online Program (BAM) and academic college peer-reviewed publication of collected works
application of ANU accommodation was open. It’s groups have helped me tremendously of research, debate and opinion from residents
lucky to receive the Burgamnn offer because it’s and alumni of Burgmann College designed to
the ideal place to live in Canberra. I wish to enjoy a to network, and stay on top of engage and stimulate the wider community.
peaceful, quiet and not crowded living environment opportunities to put myself out there
As a resident you have an opportunity to have
but not too far away from essential areas such as and gain substantial experience. your work published in the Burgmann Journal
libraries and supermarkets. Burgmann is the place
- Darshan Brijball, Third Year Resident and also be part of the Editorial Team. See
what I expected.
https://studentjournals.anu.edu.au/index.
php/burgmann/about
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Reconciliation
We aspire to play an active role in Australia’s national Reconciliation Events
reconciliation movement. In formally communicating
our commitment to reconciliation, the College The College holds an annual Reconciliation Dinner as
affirms its wish to foster and maintain a respectful part of an annual program of cultural and education
community of informed residents, staff and alumni, events. These events have included a lecture by Ms
embedding respect for the world’s longest surviving Nova Peris OAM OLY and a poetry reading by award
cultures and communities throughout our practices winning poets Ali Cobby Eckermann, Jeanine Leane
and programs. and Sassi Nuyum.
In developing our inaugural Reconciliation Action Doomadgee-Burgmann Partnership
Plan in 2018, the College seeks to understand and The Doomadgee-Burgmann Community Partnership
Residential Fellows reflect on our current practices and programs. We
want to ensure we are providing a culturally safe and
(DBCP) commenced in 2008 and is an association
within Burgmann College. DBCP’s mission is to
supportive environment in which current and future encourage enduring and meaningful friendships
Burgmann’s three Residential Fellows live within
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents can between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians,
our community and share their professional and life
achieve their highest potential, and determine areas in particular, through Burgmann’s relationship with
experience with residents.
for future improvement. key members of the Doomadgee community in remote
Professor Asmi Wood In providing a welcoming home environment where north-west Queensland. Central to the DBCP is an
BE LLB (Hons) PhD Law, Aboriginal and Torres racism in not tolerated and where Aboriginal and annual program of events, including an annual trip to
Strait Islander Law, International Law, Religion Torres Strait Islander residents are supported to the Doomadgee Community, and when possible, the
achieve their highest potential academically and hosting of members of the Doomadgee community at
Asmi is a descendant of the Torres Strait Islands, personally, we hope to contribute to the achievement Burgmann College.
and grew up on the mainland. Asmi is a Professor of excellent educational outcomes for Aboriginal and
of Law, an ANU Distinguished Educator and the Torres Strait Islander ANU students, and to increase
Acting Director of the National Centre for Indigenous the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Studies. Asmi’s research and publications include students who choose Burgmann as their home while
areas such as Constitutional Recognition of studying at ANU.
Indigenous people in Australia and Indigenous
Participation in Higher Education. His PhD was in the
area of International Criminal Law/Humanitarian law
and examined the legality or otherwise of the use of
force by non-state actors under international law and Brodie Buckland
in cases, domestic Australian law.
BA (Harvard), Dip. Legal Studies (Oxon),
Lara Nicholls JD (ANU) - Law, History, German
MA, BA(Hons) Australian Art, Curatorship Brodie graduated from ANU with First Class Honours
in his Juris Doctor in 2013. A Burgmann resident
Lara Nicholls is an Assistant Curator, Australian since 2011, Brodie is usually working at Blackburn
Paintings, Sculpture & Decorative Arts at the National Chambers as a Barrister, helping residents with law
Gallery of Australia and a PhD candidate at the queries, or playing with his dogs, Juno and Eve.
ANU in the Research School of Humanities and Arts Brodie competed in the Men’s Pair division at the
majoring in Art History and Visual Studies. She is a London Olympics where Brodie and pair partner
graduate of the University of Melbourne and holds James Marburg were placed fifth. Brodie lives onsite
a Masters of Art (Art History) awarded in 2000 for with his wife, Sally and daughter Margot.
her thesis, The Duc d’Aumale and his Orientalist
Paintings. Lara lives with her two daughters in the
undergraduate section of the College.
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Some of the events enjoyed by
residents at Burgmann
The Annual EH Commencement
Burg Day
Burgmann Lecture An annual formal dinner
A day celebrating the history of
A public lecture on leadership and celebrating the commencement
Burgmann College, featuring St
life by esteemed members of the of the academic year, usually
Beryl and the blessing of a brick.
community. Past lectures have held at the Australian
been delivered by human rights National Arboretum. Welcome to Country &
barrister Julian Burnside AO QC,
Burg Ball Smoking Ceremony
author and social research Hugh
Mackay, The Hon Kevin Rudd AC, A formal occasion, usually with Our community commences the
Mr Brendan Nelson AO, the former a theme. This is one of the year with a Welcome to Country
Sex Discrimination Commissioner highlights of the year, where you and Smoking Ceremony on the
Elizabeth Broderick AO and The can invite friends to join in front lawn of Burgmann College.
Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG. the fun. In 2019 we were honoured to have
Dr Matilda House Welcome us
to Country.
Burg Concert
Student Life Where Burgmann’s musicians and
at Burgmann singers put on a wonderful musical
evening for the rest of the College.
An abundance of social Burg Play
and academic activities An annual production
Burgmann has one of the most involving Burgmann’s many
active calendars of events, talented residents.
and a high level of residential
participation. There are at least
half-a-dozen activities happening
every week. At the heart of this is
a deep appreciation for Burgmann
history and tradition, with so Dawborn
many handed-down legacies not A snooker competition involving
only living but thriving - nearly the entire College
St Beryl’s benevolent emergence population which culminates in a
on BurgDay, the Brick Race, Luigi’s grand final night.
and Dawborn, to name just a few.
The Burgmann Residents’ Association (BRA) is the organisation run by a
Academic roundtables within the committee of residents to support all those who live here at Burgmann, in The Coming Out Forum
College are well attended and the all facets of their college lives. BRA organises and initiates a wide range of A panel of residents who share
Alumni and Friends Mentoring activities and events for residents to get involved in, providing essential their stories as members of
Network is hugely popular, with social, artistic and sporting activities. The committee also ensures that the LGBTQ*I community.
100 alumni mentors matched to all residents are given a voice in College matters, acting as an important These individuals share their
residents each year. The residents bridge between the College administration and the residents. BRA extraordinary stories each
place a high premium on the value provides the voice for the residents in the running of the College through year, giving insight into
of their live-in academic network. communication with the Principal and the College Council. their experience.
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Arts
BRA Arts Representatives facilitate and promote arts
activities and events, enabling all Burgies to perfect
their passions and to try new things.
Burgmann has a record of success in the Interhall
Arts Shield. This is an annual competition in which all
the residential halls, colleges and lodges participate.
Events include: theatre sports, an inter-hall, battle
of the band type band competition called, ‘Big Night
Out’, chess, pool, trivia, debating, The Poetry Slam,
The 40 Hours of Film Festival, Talent Show and
many more.
The Arts at Burgmann thrive within the College walls.
You might like to join our Burgmann Band (open to
brass, strings, percussion, and woodwind), become
a part of the choir, perform in one of our many Burg
Concerts, put your visual art on display in the Art
Show or act in the Burg Play or Interhall Musical.
Sport
BRA Sports Reps make sure that no
matter whether you’re a sporting
superstar, or the kid who would run away
from the ball in a soccer match, you’ll
become involved in College sport either as
a participant, or kitted out in Burgmann
colours supporting the team on the field,
court, track or wherever!
Burgmann competes in the Interhall
Sports Shield, an annual competition in
which all the residential halls, colleges
and lodges at ANU participate. Burgmann
has a strong record of placing highly in
this competition. There are plenty of
sports to get involved in. Sports include:
AFL, Soccer, Volleyball, Hockey, Softball,
Ultimate Disc as well as many others.
Keep an eye out for Inward Bound (IB)
which is held in second semester every
year. IB is an interhall competition where
multiple divisions from each hall, college
and lodge on the ANU campus battle it
out to see who has the best endurance
and orienteering skills. Blindfolded and
dropped in an unknown location in the
bush, the divisions race to get to the IB
end point.
By Hannah Merchant from the series Fading into the Night
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Aiden Matson
3rd year resident / Village Residential Advisor
How did you find coming to Burgmann?
Moving from a town on the other side of Australia was
Scholarships and
exciting, I had never been to Canberra or even NSW Financial Assistance
before. Settling in was made easy by the College RAs,
who showed us around Canberra and welcomed us into
the Burgmann community. Who is eligible? Burgmann Price Scholarship
Fulltime ANU students are eligible for assistance. An annual award the Scholarship Committee selects
What’s the best thing about Bursaries and Scholarships are awarded under from Australian applicants who are recent or first
living at Burgmann? meritorious and equity criteria, including generation migrant, regional and/or Indigenous
community awareness, that reflects the overall students and who will be a resident of Burgmann
It’s the people! Sitting down for a
ethos of Burgmann. College in that year. Selection is on academic merit,
meal with people from all corners Tell us about a typical week
of the world, studying with the
I have met lots of They are selected from those applicants who can the student’s need for financial support and their
for you at College.
Universities brightest minds and people from all demonstrate all three of the following: contribution to the community.
sharing a home with Australia’s On Monday nights the Village
future leaders makes living at walks of life here residents catch up to play some a. merit
Burgmann a great experience. at Burgmann, the board games, indulge in Tim Tams
and swap stories from the week
b. financial need
What’s the one thing friends I have made prior. The undergraduates invite c. previous community contributions How do I apply for a
you didn’t expect us to have dinner with them on Bursaries and scholarships generally take the form of Scholarship or Bursary?
here will be with me Wednesday nights in the dining a reduction in fees.
about Burgmann? Application forms are available on the
for years to come. hall, free of charge! Thursdays and Burgmann website from October onwards.
Burgmann College is two minutes Fridays are usually interhall sport What Scholarships and Financial
from any of my classes, ten fixtures, we are either playing or For further information please contact
minutes from a sports ground or a barracking for our team. Sunday Assistance are Available? the Manager of Business and Finance,
cinema and a bike ride away from the city centre. It mornings are coffee and scones with the Principal, a Nerrida Higgins, by telephone
is surprisingly peaceful though. We are neighbours tradition we carry on from decades ago.
Burgmann Bursaries +61 2 6125 6081 or by email to
with a lake, a mountain and the Botanic Gardens - Bursaries are available for both new and continuing nerrida.higgins@burgmann.anu.edu.au
weekends walks are a big highlight! How do you feel you might be different for residents. The criteria for the award of bursaries
having lived at Burgmann? are based on financial need, academic merit and
How did you find moving to Burgmann? community contribution with the primary weighting
I have met lots of people from all walks of life here
Was it what you expected? on financial need. Six bursaries of $5,000 each
at Burgmann, the friends I have made here will be ANU Accommodation Bursaries
are available.
With such a welcoming community it was easy to with me for years to come. We are looking forward to
settle in here. For new residents there are free meals welcoming you to our community - Burgmann College! ANU accommodation bursaries are designed to assist
Burgmann Scholarships full time ANU students, established in permanent
on offer for two weeks, this takes the stress out of
moving in. I encourage everyone to join us for dinner Scholarships are available for new undergraduate and accommodation, who are experiencing unexpected
in the dining hall, we are looking forward to meeting postgraduate residents at Burgmann College. The financial hardship. Priority may be given to students
new people! criteria for the award of scholarships are the same nearing the end of their studies and needing
as for bursaries, but with a primary weighting on assistance to complete. For more information visit
academic merit. Three scholarships of $5,000 each www.anu.edu.au/study/accommodation/advice-
are available. procedures/accommodation-bursaries
22 23Burgmann College | 2021 Postgraduates Burgmann College | 2021 Postgraduates
Apply to Burgmann
Burgmann College accepts current and prospective full-time
students enrolled at ANU.
How do I apply?
To apply for residence at Burgmann College,
prospective students are required to apply online,
via the ANU University Accommodation portal:
http://portal.rcc.anu.edu.au/
Please ensure you list ‘Postgraduate Village at Burgmann College’
as your first preference. When you do this, you will then be asked
to fill out a Burgmann-specific application form and provide
supporting documentation. Supporting documentation includes
documents such as a Personal Statement, CV and
Reference Letter(s).
What selection criteria does Burgmann use?
At Burgmann, we select residents on their ability to contribute
to the Burgmann community, their fellow residents, and their
Questions?
potential to get the most out of the all-round educational
experience we offer. Therefore, we look at your co-curricular How much are the residential fees? What size beds are available?
interests, leadership potential and ability, and contribution to your Studio apartments have queen beds; all other rooms
In 2020, 46 week contracts were available in the
community, in addition to your academic results. have king-single beds.
self-catered Village and fees started from$290.41
More generally the College seeks a balance in all things – gender, academic week in a 5- share apartment, to $365.86 for
areas, broad interests community experience and regional diversity. a studio. Transport and parking?
Further detailed information on how to apply for a place at Fees and contract durations for 2021 will be Public transport – a bus stop is located at the front
Burgmann can be found on the ANU University Accommodation website published on the Burgmann website in September. of the College.
or you can contact Burgmann College Reception at Burgmann offers three methods of paying
reception@burgmann.anu.edu.au College fees: annually, semester and Bicycle – a cheap and easy way to get around campus.
fortnightly instalments.
When should I apply? Parking –all parking on campus is controlled by the
Is there a catered option? ANU and very limited. Parking permits are required
Standard accommodation applications open mid-August each year. We
Yes, catered accommodation is available on request and can be obtained from the ANU Parking Office.
recommend applying to the College as early as possible. We encourage
and a package can be tailored to your needs. Please More information may be obtained from
applications even outside of the standard round as we occasionally have
contact Burgmann College Reception for further parking@anu.edu.au
vacancies arise throughout the year.
information: reception@burgmann.anu.edu.au
Can guests stay overnight?
When will I find out?
Is linen provided? Occasional guests are welcome to stay in residents’
Offers are made on a rolling basis at the discretion of the Principal from
No, residents bring their own linen. However, the rooms overnight or a weekend (two nights max). The
mid-November each year with the majority being offered in December and
College may provide linen for overseas students at College can provide a mattress for guests. If linen is
early January.
a nominal fee. required, a small fee is applied.
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