Postgraduate Events
1. Postgraduate Learning Skills Seminar
Title: Reading legal texts and writing in legal genres
Some of the questions addressed
What are and how do I apply critical reading techniques when summarising cases and statutes?
What are some effective approaches to planning my writing task?
What are the predictable structures of legal essays?
How do I write clearly and effectively for my audience using plain English?
Date: Thursday 21 October, 2010
Time: 4 pm – 5:30 pm
Venue: Monash University Law Chambers,
472 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Use the my.monash booking system to book your place:
my.monash.edu.au/news-and-events/bookings/library/
2. Professional Practice Presentation for JD Students
This presentation will give students a better understanding of the professional practice unit, which involves attendance at a community legal service. Students learn a range of lawyers’ skills and develop professional commitment and ethical standards.
The subject adds a social dimension to academic training by creating an opportunity for students to assess the adequacy of law and legal processes in context.
Date: Thursday 21 October, 2010
Time: 5:30 pm – 6 pm
Venue: Monash University Law Chambers,
472 Bourke Street, Melbourne
RSVP: Not required
Presenter: Ms Helen Yandell, Director of Springvale Monash Legal Service Inc
END OF STUDENT GAZETTE 18/10/10