Archive for June, 2012

General Notices

Monday, June 4th, 2012

1. Connecting with Law Short Film Competition

Now in its fifth year, the Connecting with Law Short Film Competition is open to all students currently enrolled in an Australian Law School. Please note: Non-law students can be involved, however at least one student per group must be studying a law subject.

Choose at least one definition from the Oxford Australian Law Dictionary and create a 2-5 minute film based around the definition/s that will educate and help other students connect with the law.

1st Prize – $1500
2nd Prize – $500
3rd Prize – $250

Please see here for the entry forms and submission guidelines. Entries close 27th July 2012. Please direct all enquires to highered.au@oup.com

2. Seeking Open Day Volunteers

Monash University Open Day for Clayton is on Sunday 5 August, 2012. We are looking for student volunteers to assist on the day.

This will involve speaking with prospective students and their families about your experience of studying at at Monash, giving directions as well as helping out with the set up and pack up of the equipment used on the day.

Although these positions are voluntary roles, the faculty does provide training and $50 vouchers for students who volunteer half a day (9.00am – 1.00pm OR 12.30pm – 4.30pm) and $95 vouchers for students who volunteer for a whole day (9.00am – 4.30pm)

If you have good communication skills, and a well rounded knowledge of the faculty and campus please email lauren.miller@monash.edu by Monday 2 July, 2012.

In your email please include the following information:

  • Full name and contact number
  • Degree type and year
  • Availability
    • Half Day (morning: 9.00am – 1.00pm)
    • Half Day (afternoon: 12.30pm – 4.30pm)
    • Full day (9.00am – 4.30pm)
  • Method of entry into law (e.g. Straight from year 12, internal or external transfer)
  • If you have volunteered at Monash Law Open Day before

Law Library Notices (Postgraduate)

Monday, June 4th, 2012

1. Advanced Writing Seminar at the Chambers

Tuesday 5 June, 10 – 11 am.

From thesis statement to conclusion: Learn writing strategies that will make your argument emerge strongly

Postgraduate Notices

Monday, June 4th, 2012

1. Preparation for Exams – Seminars for JD Students

Law exams can be intimidating, but there are specific techniques which will help you to prepare yourself and your materials. During June and July, Learning Skills Advisors at the City Chambers will be running two seminars which are targeted at helping you to relax, enjoy and conquer your open-book and take-home exams.

If you have specific concerns about your exam technique or exam schedule (such as several exams in close succession), you are welcome to make an appointment to see either Claire or Trish to discuss the best strategies for managing your approach.

Preparing for Exams 1: Start Now

Tuesday 19th June, 12 – 1 or 5:30 – 6:30
Friday 22nd June, 1 – 2

Preparing for Exams 2: Final Steps

Tuesday 24th July, 1 – 2 or 5:30 – 6:30
Friday July 27th, 1 – 2

.: End of Student Gazette 4.6.2012 :.