2021 ANU Commencement Address The ANU Commencement Address is a welcome event for all new students to ANU. Held on Monday 15 February, the first day of Orientation Week, this is an opportunity to meet fellow students and hear from inspiring speakers, including the Vice-Chancellor and The Hon Malcolm Turnbull, 29th Prime Minister of Australia. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this event will be held as a hybrid, with students able to attend in-person and virtually. Information for staff and returning students Staff, returning students and ANU alumni are encouraged to come along to welcome new students. When you register select the 'I'm a spectator' option. There is no dress code for this event but if you have an ANU shirt feel free to wear it on the day.