# ANU Asked for Gaza Death Certificates for Exam Extension
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard evidence that Australian National University (ANU) asked a grieving student to obtain death certificates as proof when requesting an extension on their assessment. The student had sought additional time due to deaths in Gaza, but was told by a supervisor that documentation of the deaths would be required to support their request.
The incident highlights the practical challenges students face when seeking academic accommodations during personal crises, particularly in circumstances where obtaining official documentation may be difficult or impossible. The case was presented as evidence before the royal commission, which is examining antisemitism and social cohesion in Australia.
The details emerged during commission proceedings, suggesting questions about how universities handle assessment extension requests in sensitive circumstances and whether institutional policies appropriately account for situations where standard proof of loss may not be readily accessible.
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