Events
Reprieve Volunteer Talk – Monday 23 August, 1.00pm
Reprieve is an Australian non-government organisation that fights the death penalty. It seeks to provide effective legal representation and humanitarian assistance to those facing the death penalty, to advocate against the death penalty and to raise awareness about human rights. Reprieve conducts volunteer programs at home and abroad, including sending Australians to defend clients facing the death penalty.
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E-Qual now accepting submissions!
E-Qual (2010/2011) Now Accepting Submissions!
E-qual now accepting submissions!
E-qual is the new Equality LSS publication being launched in 2010!
Things you should know:
1. The best submission this year will be rewarded with a $500 apple store gift voucher! (submissions will be shortlisted and judged by a panel including a representative from faculty and our sponsors Clayton Utz and the Leo Cussen Institute).
2. This is a great opportunity to get published.
For more information go to : http://mulss.com/E-qual
Public Interest Law Fair 2010
The Law School Careers Office is excited to announce that this year it will be holding the second Melbourne Law School Public Interest Law Fair.
This will be a fabulous opportunity for students to speak directly with representatives from a variety of organisations working in public interest law - to demystify the sector and inform you of the many interesting career possibilities within the area, and how to best prepare and apply for such roles.
[ Read more… ]Living Book Scheme Semester Two 2010
Applications Semester Two 2010
Applications for Semester Two 2010 are now OPEN.
NB: If you were an LBS recipient in first semester you automatically qualify for the scheme in semester two. Please check your e-mail for instructions on how to get your books. If you have not recieved an e-mail please contact lss-equality@unimelb.edu.au
NEW APPLICANTS:
Please download the application form by clicking on this link:
Living Book Scheme Appliction Form Semester Two 2010
Please submit your application as early as possible. If you submit your application after the start of semester the risk of ordering delays increases signficantly!
[ Read more… ]Melbourne Law School Public Interest Law Fair 2010
The Law School Careers Office is excited to announce that this year it will be holding the second Melbourne Law School Public Interest Law Fair.
This will be a fabulous opportunity for students to speak directly with representatives from a variety of organisations working in public interest law - to demystify the sector and inform you of the many interesting career possibilities within the area, and how to best prepare and apply for such roles.
The Fair will be held:
Level 1 of the Melbourne Law School
10 August 2010
5.30-7.30pm
Thoughts and reflections on 30 years as an International Lawyer
Professor Philip Alston UN Special Rapporteur on Extrajudicial Summary or Arbitrary Killings in conversation with Professor Gerry Simpson.
Thoughts and reflections on 30 years as an International Lawyer.
Wednesday 19 May at 1pm.
Melbourne Law School graduate Professor Philip Alston is recognised as one of the world’s leading scholars and advocates of international human rights law. He has taught at the Australian National University, Harvard University, the European University Institute and New York University. He has edited over 30 books, written 150 articles and was editor in chief of the prestigious European Journal of International Law from 1996-2007.
[ Read more… ]Corrs Chambers Westgarth Law Ball 2010
Ladies and gentlemen,
The time has come to dust off your best suits and gowns. Law Ball 2010 is only 3 weeks away (Thurs 6 May)! Prepare yourself for the culinary and auditory experience of a lifetime - not to mention the open bar.
Law Ball 2010 promises to be bigger and better than ever before!!
Dressed in your fine attire, and accompanied by all those special people in your life (or perhaps just those you can be arsed talking to in lectures) you will find yourself dining and drinking at the stylish Atlantic Function Centre, overlooking the water at Central Pier.
Thought that was AMAZING!? Well wait, there's more...
[ Read more… ]The Witches of Eastwick
The Witches of Eastwick is a riotous Gothic Comedy about a conservative small town, filled with many interesting and nosey people that are about to be rocked by a mysterious newcomer with devilish charm. Melbourne Law School's very own Kathryn Sutherland plays a key role in this production.
Based on John Updike’s acclaimed novel and the hugely successful 1987 film starring Jack Nicholson, Cher, Michelle Pfeiffer & Susan Sarandon, the musical is in turns cheeky, romantic, hilarious & sexy.
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ALSA Conference 2010
What is ALSA Conference?
The Australian Law Students’ Association annual Conference has been touted as ‘the most fun a law student can possibly have during their university life’. ALSA Conference 2010 in Adelaide and it is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. It will take place on 12-18 July. The Conference will see over 500 law students converge to attend the biggest social events, most prestigious competitions, and most stimulating educational forums. Delegates will attend the Opening Gala Dinner, Cocktail Night, Themed Night, and Closing Gala Dinner as well as a battle of the bands, movie nights, quiz nights, wine tours, brewery tours, the Amazing Race Adelaide. We will also have educational forums on pressing legal issues - animal law, global poverty, refugee law and responding to international conflict. For more information, including a schedule of events, see the website.
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Dr Hugh Wirth speaks on "Animal Protection and the Law"
Wednesday April 21
1pm – 2pm
Room 102, Level 1, Melbourne Law School
Learn more about how the law can be used to protect our animals!
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Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Information Session
In a demanding international environment DFAT needs talented and
resourceful graduates to develop and implement policies that advance
Australia's interests, both in Australia and overseas.
The DFAT graduate program allows you to develop and expand your
knowledge in a broad range of areas - from international security to
public and consular affairs, international law, trade negotiations and
corporate and financial management. After the two-year Canberra based
program, graduates embark on a posting in one of Australia's overseas
posts.
Foreign and Trade Policy Graduates: applications from all disciplines
are welcome.
Wednesday, 25 March 2009 , 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Theatre
To book: