Law Student Gazette

1. New Semester 2 Undergraduate Unit

A new undergraduate unit will be introduced next semester which may be of interest to some law students. The unit is called “Introduction to Transitional Justice”. It is a cross between international criminal law, international human rights and international relations. It will analyse the way that societies, ranging from Rwanda to South Africa to Egypt, recover from a legacy of human rights abuse. Discussion will include a consideration of prosecutions, truth commissions, reparations programs as well as mechanisms of institutional reform and their relevance to various case studies.

For more information please see the unit page in the handbook.

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1. Monash-Warwick Alliance 2013 Student Led Activity Fund

There are two submission dates for applications in 2013:

• 15 May 2013
• 31 October 2013

Monash University and the University of Warwick have formed a strategic alliance that aims to develop new models of education and research collaboration. In line with this aim, the Universities are seeking to build opportunities for their students to gain experience leading initiatives that connect the two universities via a new Student-led Activity Scheme.

The aims of the scheme are to support the integration of the student bodies of both universities, to develop students as ‘global citizens’ through working as part of international teams, to increase both the impact and profile of existing student-led activities at both universities and to transfer knowledge and innovation in student activities across our campuses.

Examples of events which will be considered for joint support include:

• Academic-related events (e.g. summits, student conferences);
• Cultural and intercultural activities, including sporting events;
• Skills development events.

Staged projects that could be handed over to new leadership after the first year would be of interest. Application form.

2. New Semester 2 Undergraduate Unit

A new undergraduate unit will be introduced next semester which may be of interest to some law students. The unit is called “Introduction to Transitional Justice”. It is a cross between international criminal law, international human rights and international relations. It will analyse the way that societies, ranging from Rwanda to South Africa to Egypt, recover from a legacy of human rights abuse. Discussion will include a consideration of prosecutions, truth commissions, reparations programs as well as mechanisms of institutional reform and their relevance to various case studies.

For more information please see the unit page in the handbook.

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1. Volunteer Opportunity

Student Discrimination and Harassment Advisors

Monash is committed to the provision of a safe environment for students and staff, free from unlawful forms of discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisaiton – a dedication enshrined in the Monash Equal Opportunity Policy. We are seeking candidates for the roles of Student Discrimination and Harassment Advisers to assist us in upholding these values, as well as providing valuable training and experience to successful applicants.

Please note that the position is of a voluntary nature, with all training and mentoring benefits provided free of charge. This is a fantastic opportunity for any students interested in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, mediation, conciliation and Equal Opportunity law. The position will allow you to gain professional training in Equal Opportunity legislation, policy and procedure as well as invaluable, real-world experience working with clients.

• Number of positions: multiple
• Start Date: Semester 2, 2013
• On campus

Please register your interest Leah Zaks at the Equity and Diversity Centre: leah.zaks@monash.edu

For more information please see Discrimination and Harassment Student Advisers Program flyer.

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1. 2012 Order of Merit

The 2012 list is now available on the Honours website. Students who did not give consent or did not respond have not been included.

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1. Notice of Change In Undergraduate Student Services Office Hours

Effective Thursday, January 3, 2013

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
8:45am to 4:00pm

Wednesday
10:30am to 4:00pm

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1. SETU surveys for Summer Units

If you are taking a Summer Unit can you please note the following dates when the SETU surveys open and close. You can complete your SETU surveys online via your my.monash portal so it is very easy to do.

• Summer A Units – SETU surveys open on 2 Dec and close on 16 Dec
• Summer B Units – SETU surveys open on 18 Jan and close on 1 Feb
• T1-57 Units – SETU surveys open on 28 Feb and close on 29 March.

Please note that the T4-57 and T3-58 Units have already been evaluated.

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1. Temporary Relocation of Student Services

Due to construction work of the Law Entry Project, the Undergraduate Student Services Office will be relocated to Room 428 (4th Floor Conference Room) from Friday 23 November 2012 until the construction is completed.

The UG Student Services Office will be closed on Thursday 22 November due to the move and reopened on Friday, 23 November on 4th Floor.

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1. 2013 Publication of Law Electives

Please note that from 2013, the Law electives for undergraduate students have been moved to the University Handbook.

2. Temporary Relocation of Student Services

Due to construction work of the Law Entry Project, the Undergraduate Student Services Office will be relocated to Room 428 (4th Floor Conference Room) from Friday 23 November 2012 until the construction is completed.

The UG Student Services Office will be closed on Thursday 22 November due to the move and reopened on Friday, 23 November on 4th Floor.

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