General Notices
1. Ancora Imparo Leadership Program 2016
With the start of Semester 1 upon us, why not complete an application for the Vice-Chancellor’sAncora Imparo Student Leadership Program? Already started an application? We encourage you complete and submit your application by the closing date, Monday 3 August.
The program offers 40 students a great opportunity to learn about leadership, through seminars delivered at a three-day residential stay and monthly during semester, developing the skills and experiences that equip you for life.
You will hear from some of the nation’s most inspiring leaders, network with other like-minded students and have the opportunity to attend events including leadership summits, lunches and forums.
Do not be put off by the limited number of places in the program – if you’re passionate about making a positive difference in society, we want you to apply.
Successful applicants will also receive a $500 scholarship.
Apply for the Ancora Imparo program by Monday 3 August, 2015.
Contact one of the Student Leadership team on 9902 9910 if you want to discuss your application.
2. Aurora Internship Program
The Aurora Internship Program introduces law students and graduates (including mature aged) to career opportunities in native title, policy development, research and social justice, all with an Indigenous focus. The Program aims to provide assistance to under-resourced and over-worked Native Title Representative Bodies (NTRBs), Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs) as well as to various other organisations working in these areas including Indigenous corporations, government bodies, community groups and other policy organisations.
Download the flyer for more details about the application process and the internship program
3. Faculty Managed Internship – Friends of the Earth Middle East (FoEME)
Three month internship from November to February. Applications are now open and close Friday 7 August, 2015.
Further information including Application process and eligibility criteria
Student Mobility Funding may be provided, please see eligibility criteria
Queries:
1. Login to ask.monash
2. Select the Ask a Question tab
3. Choose Student Administration from the Category drop-down list
4. Type or copy/paste the following phrase into the question field: Law Student Response and type your query
4. Indonesian Enrichment and Research Program
About the program
The Indonesian Enrichment and Research Program (‘the Program’) gives students the opportunity to -participate alongside a Monash University Faculty of Law team in Indonesia to build capacity of university and civil society organisations (CSOs) family law legal aid clinics across Indonesia.
The Faculty of Law is working in partnership with the Australia Indonesia Partnership for Justice (AIPJ), CSOs and 12 Indonesian state universities to provide free legal assistance focussing on realising the rights of Indonesians to obtaining legal identity, particularly for women who are poor, vulnerable children and people with disabilities. The university and CSOs legal aid clinics teach law students and paralegals practical legal skills so that they are able to assist justice seekers to access the district and religious courts and navigate through the system of birth/marriage registration.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in clinical legal education meetings, workshops and site visits to different organisations in Indonesia.
The Program runs for 14 days in November/December 2015 (exact dates are to be confirmed) and airfare, travel and accommodation will be paid for by the Faculty of Law.
Download the flyer for more details
5. Laughter Yoga Sessions
Presenter: Winifred Hirst
Dates: Mondays for 5 weeks (September 7 – October 5)
Time: 1:15pm – 2:15pm
Venue: 38 Exhibition Walk, Religious Centre, Narthex Room, Clayton
Cost: Free
Book here
Download the flyer for more details
6. Menzies Foundation Scholarships in Law
The Menzies Foundation is looking for outstanding law graduates who are shaping up to be the next generation of leaders and looking to do further postgraduate study overseas.
The Menzies Foundation is offering two scholarships for studying commencing in 2016.
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The Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Scholarship in Law is for courses of study at UK universities.
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The Sir Ninian Stephen Menzies Scholarship in International Law is for courses of study in international law at a prestigious overseas university.
Both scholarships, valued at up to $75,000.
Applications are now open and close on Monday 31 August, 2015
To be eligible, applicants must be Australian citizens and hold a 1st class honours degree or equivalent and be planning to continue their career in Australia on completion of their study.
Candidates should not only display academic excellence but also demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities and a commitment to and interest in community service.
The funds are to meet compulsory university fees and contribute towards the cost of books, equipment, living and travel.
You can see last year’s winners, Patrick Wall and Andrew Currie, online here
For the full prospectus and to apply:
Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Scholarship in Law
Sir Ninian Stephen Menzies Scholarship in International Law
7. S2,2015 SETU Survey Dates
Please note the following dates for when the SETU surveys open and close for your Semester 2 Units:
T3-57 LLM Units – surveys open on 30 July and close on 20 Aug
Malaysian Units – surveys open on 31 July and close on 20 Aug
S2-01 LLM Units – surveys open on 27 Aug and close on 17 Sept
S2-01 LLB Electives and core Units – surveys open Oct 4 and close on 1 Nov
T3-58 LLM Units – surveys open 24 Aug and close on 28 Sept
3 Prof Prac Units- surveys open 25 Sept and close on 16 Oct
T3 JD Units- surveys open 25 Oct and close on 22 Nov
T4-57 LLM Units – surveys open 28 Oct and close on 18 Nov
Can you please complete these online SETU surveys for all your S2 Units before the survey closes down – your Teacher should give you some time in class to do so. We want to hear from all sorts of students – even if you thought this Unit was OK we still want to hear from you! SETU isn’t just about airing your complaints about your Units –we also want to hear about the things you thought worked well or were OK.
The University will send you instructions on how to complete the SETU surveys but basically you do it via your my.monash portal and you can access instructions online .
You can find out more about SETU online here
Click here for FAQs including the FAQs online at
Thank you for completing the SETU surveys online- we rely on you to give us feedback so the teachers know what you think about the Units you are completing and we can make them even better for next time!
8. Volunteering at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service
Opportunities are available in 2015 at the Monash Oakleigh Legal Service for Monash Law Students.
Wednesday Night Advice Only Service
Applications for the Wednesday Night Advice Only Session at Monash Oakleigh Legal Service will open at Saturday 1 August, 2015 and close Saturday 8 August 2015. Late applications will not be accepted.
Students are rostered to volunteer on Wednesday nights on a fortnightly basis from 6:00pmuntil approximately 8:30pm. Commencement date is in September 2015.
For an application form please see our website.
Application forms are not available before Saturday 1 August 2015
Tuesday Night Family Law
The Tuesday Family Law Advice Service handles matters relating to Children, Divorce and Intervention Orders.
Students are rostered to volunteers on a Tuesday night on a fortnightly basis from 6:00pm until approximately 8:30pm. Commencement date is in September 2015.
In each session, volunteers will:
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Interview clients
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Develop practical and research skills
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Have the opportunity to learn and work under the supervision of qualified lawyers and barristers
Applications for the April 2015 intake will open 1 August 2015 and close 8 August 2015. For an application form please see our website
Application forms are not available before Saturday 1 August 2015.
Preference will be given to students who have undertaken a Family Law Unit or have experience working/volunteer.
9. Volunteering Expo
Date: Tuesday 4 August
Time: 11:30am to 2:30pm
Venue: The Chalet at WinterFest Corner of Sports and Exhibition Walks, Clayton Campus
Visit the expo and learn about on-campus and off-campus volunteering opportunities. Organisations will be looking for students to volunteer and apply their skills and knowledge. Meet representatives from not-for-profit organisations who:
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offer volunteer opportunities
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can speak about the merits of volunteering and what they look for.
At the expo, you can chat with our Career Education Consultant who is available to talk about ways to improve your employability.
Who should attend
Students interested in helping others in our community and gaining volunteer experience. Remember to have your Monash student ID card scanned to gain points for the Battle of the Brains competition.
Register with your student details. For more details visit the website.