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Non-Academic Support
Buddy Project
The Buddy Project pairs first-year students (Junior Buddies) with older students (Senior Buddies) based on degrees and mutual interests. It is one of the most fun and impactful programs the LSS offers. This year we will facilitate ‘Buddy Events’, opportunities for buddies to bond in individual and group settings.
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Having been involved in the Project as both a Junior and Senior Buddy, I have personally witnessed the success of the Project and would love all new students to be immersed in the experience! Your buddy can be anything from a study buddy, coffee mate or best friend! The program is what you make of it.
Smile Project
The UTS LSS recognises the importance of mental well-being for all students. The Smile Project is a semesterly run event that aims to alleviate some stress that comes from law school and promote an inclusive and open dialogue around mental health. There are opportunities to have a BBQ lunch, therapy dog sessions and Wellbeing Packs filled with many exciting items. In 2023, we are expanding the project to further enhance its purpose in supporting all students!
Speaker Series
Speaker Series is an exciting series of interactive legal seminars which explores pertinent issues faced by the legal profession. We invite esteemed guests to lead the dialogue and facilitate the discussion in a Q&A format. Past topics include COVID-19 and the Law, International Relations, Modern Slavery and Intellectual Property.
Publications
The LSS’ publications are a fantastic mechanism that bridges vital information to our members. In addition to the Law School Manual and the Camp Survival Guide, the UTS LSS offers The Full Bench, a law journal composed of articles written by peers and academics on topical legal issues. The UTS LSS also offers the Electives Guide which is a comprehensive breakdown of all the electives offered by UTS Law, containing student and staff testimonials.
Most notable has been the formation of ‘The Bar Productions’. The Bar involves a podcast and a light-hearted newspaper. Be sure to check it out @thebarproductions_ on Instagram.
