Exam Week 1, Semester 1 2010

I. Blackacre II. Social Events III. Law Revue Crew IV. Call for Applications for Queer Officer V. Competitions VI. Other Announcements

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I. BLACKACRE

For ALL FINAL YEAR STUDENTS that have not submitted individual profiles for Blackacre yet, please do so ASAP. Please go here for the submission form: http://suls.org.au/sulsweekly/2010/s1blackacre/index.html. Remember, this is YOUR yearbook, so make your mark on it!

II. SOCIAL EVENTS

A. End of Semester Party: "NYC Prep"

The marquee social event of SULS's first semester calendar is almost here! The Informal will start at 8pm on Friday 25 June (the last day of exams!) at Crystal Bar, GPO Sydney, No. 1 Martin Place.

Reward yourself for all those hours spent in the books with an amazing night in the lavish surrounds of the GPO Building. In keeping with the glamorous feel of the venue, the theme for this year's Informal is "New York City Prep". Let your imagination run wild! (Hint: think gossip girl!)

The ticket price of $40 for USYD law students (and $47 for everyone else) is inclusive of entry and drinks all night (including spirits), and if you get peckish you'll also be able to purchase a selection of GPO's delicious delicacies at reduced prices.

Tickets are now on sale, available online only at http://www.trybooking.com/FID. Numbers are strictly limited, and without doubt they will sell out. So get in early to avoid disappointment! Keep an eye on the Law School noticeboards and your email inboxes for updates on ticket sales.

As this event will be held on licensed premises, this is an over 18s event and ID will be checked by the venue.

~~~ SULS promotes a responsible attitude towards the consumption of alcohol ~~~

B. City2Surf for beyondblue - LATE REGISTRATIONS STILL OPEN

Please note, registrations close when the race reaches capacity!

On August 8, 2010, SULS will be entering a team of 100 students and academics to run, walk, skip or hop the annual city2surf event. The team, called "No Standing", will be entering as part of SULS' commitment to the national depression initiative, beyondblue.

The primary aim of the event will be to raise awareness of the prevalence of depression and anxiety in the legal profession and the essential work that beyondblue does in providing support for sufferers of these illnesses. For those that are interested, there will be an optional fundraising component to the event. To donate, please go to http://www.everydayhero.com.au/no_standing.

Do I have to be a runner to join in?

Definitely not! There are different starting groups in the city2surf. Those that want to walk will select the "BACK OF THE PACK" orange starting group. Those interested in running or jogging seriously, please carefully consider which starting group is appropriate for you.

How do I register?

1. Go to www.city2surf.com.au
2. Select 'I would like to search for an existing team' and click 'Continue'
3. Type in the team name "No Standing" and click on the green tick to find the team
4. Click on the green tick next to the team listing to confirm
5. Select your start group and click 'Continue' (PLEASE NOTE YOUR START GROUP CANNOT BE CHANGED ONCE YOU HAVE ENTERED).
6. Put in your entry details and click 'Continue'. NOTE: Please select "No Charity" - an everyday hero account is already active at http://www.everydayhero.com.au/no_standing.
7. Proceed through the payment gateway.
8. You will then receive confirmation via email, including your e-ticket.

Registration includes all transport to and from the event, a 'timer tag', a number and bib and a 'runners guide'.

Fundraising

All those who register should receive an email with a few days inviting them to join the "No Standing" fundraising page. If you are interested in contributing to the fundraising efforts in support of beyondblue, please visit www.everydayhero.com.au/no_standing and donate today.

For more information please email Ally Chappell at sport@suls.org.au.

III. LAW REVUE CREW

Interested in being part of crew for the 2010 Law Revue? Please send an application containing your name, current year of law, phone number, email address, and one paragraph outlining any previous crew-related experience, and why you would like to be involved, to kate_lindeman@hotmail.com. Please write 'CREW 2010' in the subject line. Applications close at 5 pm on the 2nd of July. If you have already indicated your interest to a member of the Law Revue executive, it is nonetheless essential that you submit a written application, as we need written confirmation of your interest.

Please note that crew involves a significant time commitment, including two full weekends, and the whole of show week, where on-going attendance will be expected.

IV. CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR QUEER OFFICER

Applications for the appointed executive position of Queer Officer are now open.

It is envisaged the SULS Queer officer will play an active role in facilitating student engagement with queer issues in the law and also a reactive role to support queer-identifying law students where appropriate.

Because Queer Officer is an executive position, applicants should be ready and willing to assist with other SULS portfolios, in addition to their own. This is an opportunity to be involved in the operation of one of the largest student societies on campus and to assist with our exciting plans for Semester 2. All interested students are encouraged to apply. The present SULS Executive will appoint a student to the position on the basis of merit.

The closing date for applications is 5pm, Monday 19 July.

Applications must be comprised of a cover letter (maximum one-page) and an up-to-date curriculum vitae. The cover letter must address your capacity to bear the key responsibilities of the position. Applications should be sent to secretary@suls.org.au. In the subject title, please insert "Application for Queer Officer." Please include your contact details.

The SULS 2010 Executive looks forward to receiving your application!

V. COMPETITIONS

A. Administrative Appeals Tribunal National Mooting Competition Applications Open

SULS is seeking expressions of interest to represent Sydney University in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal National Mooting Competition. The competition will be held throughout Semester Two, 2010. SULS will be entering up to three teams. Teams involve two team members who act as Senior and Junior Counsel and may also involve a third team member who is a designated researcher/scribe.

The Grand Final will be heard in Sydney by the Honourable Justice Garry Downes AM, President of the Tribunal and two other panelists. It will be followed by a formal presentation ceremony. Details about the competition including competition rules, relevant dates and an information package will be available on the AAT website: http://www.aat.gov.au/AboutTheAAT/MootingCompetition.htm.

If you are interested in competing, please e-mail expressions of interest to intervarsity@suls.org.au by 5pm, Friday 25 June, 2010. Please be sure to include the following information:

• Name
• Year/Degree
• Email
• Mobile Number
• Past Mooting Experience/Results
• Other: e.g. involvement with comps committee, judging, marks in potentially relevant law subjects.

Selection will be based primarily on past performance in internal mooting competitions. Involvement in organising or judging internal competitions may also be considered.

B. Opening Expressions of Interest to Convene Semester 2 Competitions

Enjoyed competitions in semester 1? Thought you could do a better job? Join our team in semester 2!

We need 2 convenors for:

• Contract Law Moot
• Federal Constitutional Law Moot
• Equity Law Moot
• Witness Examination Skills Competition

Email competitions@suls.org.au with your name, number and any relevant experience.

Also, keep an eye out for the Henry Davis York Skills Competitions Seminar Series early in semester 2.

C. Student-Staff Debate on 9th August - Student Team Applications Open

The student-staff debate is on again on Monday Week 3 of semester 2. It will be a lunchtime debate on the topic 'The House agrees that University life should be more like Second Life than real life', with the student team taking the negative position. We are expecting a lively and lighthearted debate. If you are interested in being part of the student team, please email competitions@suls.org.au with your name, number and any relevant debating, public speaking or mooting experience.

VI. OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

A. Sydney University Hoodies, T-shirts and Shorts

Sydney University merchandise is now available online at www.suls.org.au/merchandise. Get your orders in before Week 2 of Semester 2 and you can pick them up from the SULS office in week 6.

Any comments or queries?

Please direct them to Ally Chappell at sport@suls.org.au.

B. Call for Law Revue Band Auditions

The audition will consist of performing a piece, improvising over a blues (or any other song you wish) and sight-reading. You are welcome to audition on any instrument (or multiple): in the past the band has made up of drums, keyboard, guitar, bass guitar, saxophone, trombone and trumpet. Additionally, we are keen to hear from any students with a particular interest in arrangement or composition. The band normally begins and ends the show, plays segues throughout and supports the cast in their four main musical numbers.

Please email a.marechalross@gmail.com (with the subject line, Law Revue Band Auditions + Instrument) if you are interested and we will reply with more specific audition details.

Remember, Law Revue is a time-consuming commitment. You'll need to be available on the two weekends before the show for rehearsals, it is also likely that we will start rehearsing as soon as the last week of the holidays.

C. Sydney Globalist seeking applications for VACANT STAFF POSITIONS for Semester 2

The Sydney Globalist, an undergraduate international affairs magazine produced by students at the University of Sydney, is now seeking applications for VACANT STAFF POSITIONS on the Editorial Board for Semester 2, 2010.

Joining the staff of The Sydney Globalist is an excellent opportunity to sharpen your editorial, marketing, management and teamwork skills. Successful candidates will work alongside some of the brightest student minds at the University, and will be credited for contributing to a respected student publication that has a readership of more than 3,000. Applications are especially encouraged from students interested in taking on more senior roles within The Sydney Globalist Editorial Board in 2011.

The application process involves the submission of a cover letter (300 words max), a curriculum vitae (2 pages max) and the completion of a short questionnaire. More detailed information on staff roles and the application process can be found in the document titled 'The Sydney Globalist Call for Staff Applications' available on the SULS website (http://suls.org.au), which you should read carefully before submitting your application. Please see the website also for the Globalist's most recent newsletter, which provides information on the newest addition to our Board of Advisers as well as testimonials from our Honorary Board Members.

Please note that the final deadline for the submission of applications is Saturday, 19 June 2010.

If you have any questions about the application process, what the positions on offer entail, or the magazine more generally, please do not hesitate to get in touch with May Samali, Editor-in-Chief, via e-mail (editor@thesydneyglobalist.org).

D. Textbooks Loan Scheme SEMESTER 2

The SULS Textbooks Loan Scheme sponsored by the Law Faculty is the flagship program of the SULS Equity Portfolio. This scheme allows applicants in financially disadvantaged situations to borrow textbook/s from SULS for the semester. Applications are determined at the discretion of the Equity Officer, in line with the Textbook Loans Scheme Policy which is available on the SULS website. The applications for Semester Two will be open at the end of this Semester, during STUVAC, and will close at the beginning of Week Two of Semester Two. The Semester Two application forms are now available on the SULS website and should be emailed to equity@suls.org.au.

E. Faculty Events

The Law Faculty hosts a number of interesting lectures, seminars and forums each week which are open to all students. Check out: http://sydney.edu.au/news/law/456.html for more information.

SPONSORS

SULS would like to thank its kind sponsors for 2010: