Law Student Gazette

1. Call for papers – Beyond the Public Debt Crisis: The European Monetary Union at a Crossroads

Online journal Re-public invites contributions for its upcoming special issue titled ‘Beyond the public debt crisis: The European Monetary Union at a crossroads’. The public debt crisis of Greece and of other peripheral eurozone countries is casting doubts upon the viability of the current institutions and mechanisms of the European Monetary Union.

Possible topics include:

What are the political and social implications of the existing institutions of the eurozone?
How do existing EMU mechanisms affect the balance between financial and productive capital?
Are existing investment tools adequate for pulling out peripheral countries out of recession? How could cross-European investments in sustainable industries be set up?
Is the EMU in need of fiscal transformations? Of allowing for fiscal transfers from rich to poorer states? Of an enlarged EU budget?
How could the structural inequalities within the eurozone between peripheral and core member states be addressed?

Essays should be approximately 1,500 – 1,800 words.

Please submit contributions in any electronic format to:
phatzopoulos@re-public.gr

The closing dates for applications is Saturday 15 May, 2010

For further information see:
www.re-public.gr/en/?p=2352

1. Dontas Travelling Fellowships

The Dontas Travelling Fellowships are offered biannually by the Greek / Australian International Legal and Medical Conference to a graduate in Medicine and a graduate in Law who are currently undertaking postgraduate research in either faculty.

Applicants should be graduates in Law or Medicine, under 40 years of age, an Australian Resident and currently enrolled in post-graduate study within either Faculty.

The successful applicants will be required to present a learned paper of 30 minutes duration at the Conference. Papers that address the Conference theme and/or Greek Australian relationships are encouraged. The Conference has no objection to subsequent publication of any part of the paper in a thesis by the applicant.

Date: Sunday 28 May, 2011 – Saturday 4 June, 2011.
Venue: The island of Kos, Greece
Theme: The Law, Medicine and the Public Good: Are We Putting 
               Our Best Foot Forward?

Applications will close on Friday 16 July, 2010.

For more information and paper requirements see:
dontas family travelling fellowships flyer for 2010-2011

For the registration form see:
Dontas Family Travelling Fellowships application form

For further information see:
 www.LMconference.com.au

2. Monash Sport Membership Promotion

 Monash Sport has a special offer until the end of May on memberships to help you stay fit and raise money for charity.

Join up on a Monash Sport membership and they will waive the fee of your first month for a gold coin donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

You will also go in the draw to win a plasma TV, mountain bike and a signed Melbourne Victory jersey.

 This is for new members only. This cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and conditions apply.

This offer ends on Monday 31 May, 2010.

For more information see:
sport.monash.edu.au/fitness/donate.html

1. Compete in the Castan Centre’s Human Rights Mooting Competition

Applications are now being accepted for the 2010 Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Mooting Competition. Monash University will be entering two teams of three students (Senior Counsel, Junior Counsel, and Solicitor). 

Date: Monday 2 – Monday 9 August, 2010

The event is sponsored by Clayton Utz who will provide the following prizes:

Winning team: $3000
Runner-up: $1000

To be eligible, students must be in the equivalent of at least third year of a combined undergraduate law degree, or any year of a JD degree but must not have completed their degree.  It is preferable that competitors have completed some studies in human rights law.

Applications must have:
A short cover letter, CV and academic transcript (WES version is fine) via your student email.

The closing date for application is 5pm on Friday 30 April, 2010.

Applications should be sent to:

Erica Contini
Project Officer, Castan Centre for Human Rights Law
erica.contini@law.monash.edu.au

For more information about the moot see:
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/castancentre/events/2010/moot.html

For more information about applying to be on Monash’s teams see:
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/castancentre/events/2010/monash-team.html

2. Law Short Film Competition

The Connecting with Law Short Film Competition is launching for 2010.

Oxford University Press is inviting students to submit a film between 2–5 minutes long about law or the study of law. The competition is open to all students currently enrolled in an Australian Law School. Non-law students can also be involved, however at least one student per group must be studying a law subject.

The winners will be those judged to be the most creative, instructive and original – anything that helps other students to connect with law. The winners will receive:

• 1st prize $1500
• 2nd prize $500
• 3rd prize $250

For further details, entry forms, guidelines and to see last year’s winners please see our website at:
www.oup.com.au/law

 The closing date for this competition is Friday 30 July, 2010.

3. Student Gazette Changing to Tuesday Next Week

Next week there is a public holiday for ANZAC day and the student gazette will be moved to Tuesday. The student gazette will be moved back to Monday for the following week.

END OF GAZETTE 19/4/10

1. Compete in the Castan Centre’s Human Rights Mooting Competition

Applications are now being accepted for the 2010 Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Mooting Competition. Monash University will be entering two teams of three students (Senior Counsel, Junior Counsel, and Solicitor). 

Date: Monday 2 – Monday 9 August, 2010

The event is sponsored by Clayton Utz who will provide the following prizes:
Winning team: $3000
Runner-up: $1000

To be eligible, students must be in the equivalent of at least third year of a combined undergraduate law degree, or any year of a JD degree but must not have completed their degree.  It is preferable that competitors have completed some studies in human rights law.

Applications must have:
A short cover letter, CV and academic transcript (WES version is fine) via your student email.

The closing date for application is 5pm on Friday 30 April, 2010.

Applications should be sent to:
Erica Contini
Project Officer, Castan Centre for Human Rights Law
erica.contini@law.monash.edu.au

For more information about the moot see:
www.law.monash.edu.au/castancentre/events/2010/moot.html

For more information about applying to be on Monash’s teams see:
www.law.monash.edu.au/castancentre/events/2010/monash-team.html

2. Law Short Film Competition

The Connecting with Law Short Film Competition is launching for 2010.

Oxford University Press is inviting students to submit a film between 2–5 minutes long about law or the study of law. The competition is open to all students currently enrolled in an Australian Law School. Non-law students can also be involved, however at least one student per group must be studying a law subject.

The winners will be those judged to be the most creative, instructive and original – anything that helps other students to connect with law. The winners will receive:

• 1st prize $1500
• 2nd prize $500
• 3rd prize $250

For further details, entry forms, guidelines and to see last year’s winners please see our website at:
www.oup.com.au/law

3. Summer Semester Unit Evaluation Results

The Faculty received good results for the Summer Semester Unit Evaluations 2009/2010. The Law Faculty rated an average score of 4.11 on Question 5 (Overall Satisfaction) compared with 4.15 for the last Summer Semester. 37 Units were evaluated of which 5 Units scored 4.70 or more on Q5, placing them in the ‘Outstanding’ category. The teachers of any Units scoring 4.70 or more will receive a Certificate of Commendation at the Faculty Teaching Workshop in October.

END OF GAZETTE 12/4/10

1. Global Changers

Global Changers is a Global Change Leadership Course which gives passionate young leaders everything they need to make a tangible difference now, not just in the future.

Monash University has partnered with The Oaktree Foundation to develop a comprehensive leadership program for 50 of its students.

Global Changers is a leadership course that aims to equip university students with the skills necessary to enable them to enact change in their own communities.

The eighth-month part-time program includes courses in personal development, issues education and skills development.

The curriculum will also focus on the skills necessary to be a strong leader: self awareness, leadership, emotional intelligence, group dynamics, and facilitation.

Applications are now being accepted at the Global Changers website, and close on Tuesday March 30th, 2010.

 For more information see:
www.globalchangers.com

For queries contact Chris McAuliffe:
0411 988 559

2. Student Services

Law Student Services counter opening hours have been extended:
8:45 am – 4:45 pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
10:00 am – 4:45 pm (Wednesday)

Assignment Collection:
Could all students please collect their Semester 2, 2009, assignments from the Law Student Services counter by the end of March.

END OF GAZETTE 29/3/10

1. Student Services

Law Student Services counter opening hours have been extended:
8:45 am – 4:45 pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
10:00 am – 4:45 pm (Wednesday)

Assignment Collection:
Could all students please collect their Semester 2, 2009, assignments from the Law Student Services counter by the end of March.

2. Student Survival Week

Survival Week provides students with extra support and resources for settling into university.

Re-assess your health and study routine and make a few extra friends in a weeklong event dedicated to your wellbeing.

Date: Monday 22 – Friday 26 March, 2010

For details of events on your campus visit:
www.monash.edu/orientation/survival

1. Australian Legal Philosophy Students’ Association – National Essay Competition

The Australian Legal Philosophy Students’ Association (ALPSA) are currently taking entries for our 2010 National Essay Competition. This is your chance to polish an old assignment into a paper that showcases your ability to discuss the complexities of legal philosophy shrouding a historical or controversial topic of your choosing.

Instead of gathering dust, your assignment could win 1^st place and $300 of the cash prize money generously donated by the University of Queensland.  The runner-up shall receive $150, and 3^rd place will receive $50.

Entries are open to undergraduates from around Australia, studying law, philosophy or international relations.  All unpublished essays between 2000 and 8000 words long are welcome.

Please submit your paper by 5pm on Friday 9 April, 2010:
australianlpsa@gmail.com

For queries contact:
australianlpsa@gmail.com

For more information see:
ALPSA National Essay Competition           

2. Green Steps – Open For Applications!

Green Steps is now open for applications! The program is free of charge for successful participants and provides the opportunity for participants to explore the links between their core area of study and sustainability.
 
Green Steps is a challenging and rewarding program that brings together people passionate about creating positive environmental change.            

Through a combination of training, work-based placements and projects, Green Steps equips participants with the tools and confidence to be effective change-agents working within organisations towards sustainability.                                                            

Applications close Thursday 25th March, 2010.

For further information or to apply visit:
www.monash.edu/research/sustainability-institute/green-steps/

For further information see:
Greensteps A4 Flyer 2010 – Monash Uni

3. Location of Recharging Stations for Computers

If you need to recharge your computer while at university, the Law Library has 8 lockers with powerpoint available for your use.

These lockers are located in the Print Room, near the entrance of the library (turn right as you enter the library). The lockers are red and clearly visible.

Please bring in a padlock, if you wish to leave the computer in a locker as there is no security.

4. Student Services

Law Student Services counter opening hours have been extended:
8:45 am – 4:45 pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
10:00 am – 4:45 pm (Wednesday)

Assignment Collection:
Could all students please collect their Semester 2, 2009, assignments from the Law Student Services counter by the end of March.

5. Summer Law Programs in China, Dubai and Oxford

Our six upcoming summer schools might be of interest. In Dubai/Abu Dhabi, Shanghai/Beijing and Oxford/London, you will have the chance to study current law topics, while gaining insights into working practices abroad. In a short time of only 3 or 4 weeks you can improve your international skills in a dynamic environment and start building your international network.

Cutting edge topics, taught by an international faculty include:
International Trade Law
International Arbitration Law
IP Law
International Taxation

Presentations given by lawyers and managers of international companies such as: Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Rouse & Co., Clifford Chance LLP, Squire Sanders Dempsey LLP, Westlaw, Thomson Reuters.

CBL International Oxford Law Schools in 2010
Easter session: Monday 29 March – Saturday 10 April, 2010
Summer session I: Monday 12 July – Friday 30 July, 2010
Summer session II: Monday 2 August – Friday 20 August, 2010

CBL International Dubai Law Schools in 2010
Summer session: Sunday 6 June – Friday 25 June, 2010
Winter session: Monday 27 December, 2010 –Friday 7 January, 2011

CBL International China Law Schools in 2010
Session I: Sunday 30 May – Saturday 19 June, 2010
Session II: Sunday 4 July – Saturday 24 July, 2010
Session III: Sunday 1 August – Saturday 21 August, 2010

For more information see:
www.cbl-international.com

END OF GAZETTE 15/3/10

1. Clinical Legal Education

If you think you need hands – on practical experience of real clients with real cases, including court appearances, before you leave law school.

Applications are being accepted until Wednesday 10 March, 2010.

This is for Clinical Period 2, 2010 from Thursday 18 March – Friday 30 July, 2010 including 2 changeover weeks.

Application forms and unit information are available at the Law Student Services office on the first floor, or from the Clinical Legal Education
website:
www.law.monash.edu.au/cle.html

* Law Reform and Community Development LAW5217 (6pts)

* Family Law Assistance Program (Professional Practice) (12pts)

* Advanced Professional Practice LAW5149 (6pts)
 – SECASA Clinic

For enquires contact:
renee.swindle@law.monash.edu.au
or 03 9905 3838

2. Green Steps – Open For Applications!

Green Steps is now open for applications! The program is free of charge for successful participants and provides the opportunity for participants to explore the links between their core area of study and sustainability.
                                                                            
Green Steps is a challenging and rewarding program that brings together people passionate about creating positive environmental change.            
                                                                            
Through a combination of training, work-based placements and projects, Green Steps equips participants with the tools and confidence to be effective change-agents working within organisations towards sustainability.                                                            
                                                                            
Applications close Thursday 25th March, 2010.

For further information or to apply visit:
www.monash.edu/research/sustainability-institute/green-steps/

For further information see:
Greensteps A4 Flyer 2010 – Monash Uni

3. Law School Ambassador Program 2010-11: Applications Closing Soon

Faculty is pleased to announce applications are now open for the 2010-11 Law School Ambassador Program. Please see the web page for details, key dates to commit to and the application form:
http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/ambassadors/index.html

Applications are due by close of business, Wednesday March 10, 2010. 

END OF GAZETTE 8/3/10

1. ECNA Leadership Opportunities

Looking for a leadership opportunity that makes a real difference (outside the classroom)?

 Every student should harness their passion, find their purpose, and reach their potential. This is the belief of a young not-for-profit organisation – Extra Curricular Network Australia (ECNA).

 ECNA is expanding to Monash University, so this is your opportunity to be part of our enthusiastic team!

 ECNA started with humble beginnings in 2007 at the University of Melbourne. We are a not-for-profit that encourages students to get involved in community organisations and skill development programs by only selecting those suitable for tertiary students. We categorise them by the nature of activities involved and also the skills developed during participation.

 Being part of our team or getting involved in extra-curricular activities we promote can be rewarding. We also intend for you learn and grow in the process so that you:

Develop leadership skills 
Become socially and ethically aware individuals
Have a wealth of practical experience to enhance CV and employability 

It’s always exciting to create something new for the benefit of all your peers at university.

Check out our website to find positions available at Monash:
www.ecna.com.au

 Send us a copy of your CV and inform us on what position(s) you are interested in.

2. Human Rights Act – Myth Busters

Since the National Human Rights Consultation Committee recommended that Australia adopt a Human Rights Act in October 2009, many of those opposed to an Act have waged an effective scare campaign against it.  In the course of the debate, we believe that the ‘no’ case has thrown up many myths about a Human Rights Act.

In response, the Castan Centre will be sending out a new ‘myth buster’ each day over the next few weeks.  The myth busters are designed to counter many of the arguments made by the ‘no’ case.

How to receive our myth busters

On our website each myth will be posted at:
www.law.monash.edu.au/castancentre/myth-busters/index.html

Via Twitter:  To receive a link to each new myth buster see:
http://twitter.com/CastanCentre

Via Facebook: To receive a link to each new myth buster become a fan at:
www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Castan-Centre-for-Human-Rights-Law/79529128041?ref=ts

3. Law School Ambassador Program 2010-11: Applications Now Open

The faculty is pleased to announce applications are now open for the 2010-11 Law School Ambassador Program. Please see the web page for details, key dates to commit to and the application form:
www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/ambassadors/index.html

Please note applications are due by close of business, Wednesday 10 March, 2010.

Good Luck!

4. 2010 Malaysia Program – Applications Now Open!

In July and August 2010, Monash University’s Law Faculty offers a multi-unit study program in Malaysia together with its international partners City University of Hong Kong, University of Malaya and University of Windsor (Canada).  

 Date: Monday 5 July – Tuesday 24 August, 2010
Applications: By Friday 5 March, 2010 

The exciting new Malaysia Law program is modelled on the award-winning Prato Law program and will be taught in intensive or semi-intensive mode. In small classes and state-of-the-art facilities, you can enjoy a unique study experience with students and academics from international and local partner universities.

Studying at Monash Sunway allows you to immerse yourself into life of multicultural Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and the South-East Asian region while studying a range of comparative and international law subjects.

To help with the cost of travel, students can receive up to $2,500.00 from Monash Abroad.
Small classes, with students from partner universities, including Hong Kong, Malaysia and Canada.  
Be taught by academic staff from Monash and overseas universities.  
The program designed to allow students in Prato or Clayton in first semester and in Malaysia in semester two.  

For sample study plan combinations see:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/overseas-study-programs/overseas-study-programs-prato-malaysia.html

For eligibility requirements and application form see:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/overseas-study-programs/application-process.html#prato-monash-students

For administrative inquiries contact:
Cathy.Meredith@law.monash.edu.au   

For academic inquiries contact:              
Normann.Witzleb@law.monash.edu.au

5. Welcome to New Monash Law Students

Congratulations and Welcome!

The faculty of law welcomes you to our and now your community.

Transitioning successfully into University life, or from another faculty, could be a degree program in itself!

I would like to refer you to a great resource created by colleague of mine at QUT about surviving first year law:
www.law.qut.edu.au/study/current/tl/first.jsp

We hope you enjoyed O Week and are now settling into law school. Don’t forget your Peer Mentors are there to assist you; no question is too silly!

If I can be of any assistance please do not hesitate to email me for an appointment:
lloyd.england@law.monash.edu.au  

You can knock on my door in the basement (G01A).

Good luck!

END OF GAZETTE 1/3/10

1. 2010 Malaysia Program – Applications Now Open!

In July and August 2010, Monash University’s Law Faculty offers a multi-unit study program in Malaysia together with its international partners City University of Hong Kong, University of Malaya and University of Windsor (Canada).  

Date: Monday 5 July – Tuesday 24 August, 2010
Applications: By Friday 5 March, 2010

The exciting new Malaysia Law program is modelled on the award-winning Prato Law program and will be taught in intensive or semi-intensive mode. In small classes and state-of-the-art facilities, you can enjoy a unique study experience with students and academics from international and local partner universities.

Studying at Monash Sunway allows you to immerse yourself into life of multicultural Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and the South-East Asian region while studying a range of comparative and international law subjects.

·To help with the cost of travel, students can receive up to $2,500.00 from Monash Abroad.  

· Small classes, with students from partner universities, including Hong Kong, Malaysia and Canada  

· Be taught by academic staff from Monash and overseas universities  

· The program designed to allow students in Prato or Clayton in first semester and in Malaysia in semester two.  

For sample study plan combinations see:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/overseas-study-programs/overseas-study-programs-prato-malaysia.html

For eligibility requirements and application form see:
www.law.monash.edu.au/internships/overseas-study-programs/application-process.html#prato-monash-students

For administrative inquiries contact:
Cathy.Meredith@law.monash.edu.au   

For academic inquiries contact:              
Normann.Witzleb@law.monash.edu.au

 2. Monash Short Courses Centre

The Monash Short Courses Centre still have limited places available for adult and children’s pottery classes this term. All classes are taught by qualified practising artists in a fully equipped ceramics studio. Your enquiry is welcome or come over in person and inspect the facilities. Make a good lifestyle choice this year and visit the Monash Short Courses Centre, located in Building 51, Clayton campus.

For further information:
http://www.shortcourses.monash.edu.au/ceramics.html
or phone 9905 3180

3. Prato Program Pre-departure Information Session (for approved 2010 Prato program students only)

Date: Tuesday 23 February, 2010
Time: 1 pm – 2 pm
Venue: Lecture Theatre H1, 
              Building 11 (Menzies)

This session will provide essential advice regarding academic matters, grants and visas, health and safety, travel and much more.

This is an opportunity to ask detailed questions prior to your departure and attendance is not compulsory.