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Work Smarter, Not Harder

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Apr 24
5 min

Work Smarter, Not Harder

If you know me at all you might be wondering, “why is Alicia writing a blog about time management? I’m pretty sure she pulled another all-nighter last week?”. I asked some other final year law students (who don’t always leave their assignments to the last minute) to share some of the tips and techniques they’ve learnt along the way that have gotten them through Law School so far! 1. EAT THE FROG! Mark Twain once said, “If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to do it first

Finding Your Feet in Careers Week

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Apr 18
4 min

Finding Your Feet in Careers Week

Being in my final year, the pressure is definitely on to find work after Law School – but don’t lose hope! In Week 9, the Notre Dame Sydney Law Society is bringing back ‘Careers Week’ for 2021! With presentations from some of Sydney’s top law firms running between April 26 – May 5; Careers Week could be the perfect opportunity for you to jump start your career. It can be pretty daunting attending Careers events in the early stages of your degree, but don’t fret, the NDSLS hav

How to Make the Most Out of Your Mid-Semester Break

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Apr 4
3 min

How to Make the Most Out of Your Mid-Semester Break

We are nearly halfway through Semester 1, and the Non-Teaching Week couldn’t have come at a better time! With assessment deadlines rapidly approaching, and exhaustion setting in, it’s the perfect time to get your head back in the game. I have compiled a list of some helpful tips to ensure that you make the most out of your mid-semester break – so that you don’t spend the week just sitting around eating leftover chocolate! 1. Regenerate One of the first things you should be do

Food for Thought

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 28
2 min

Food for Thought

Studying is hungry work. It’s VERY important to make sure you’re fuelled up to tackle everything Law School throws at you each day! So… it’s lunchtime and you’re looking for something good to eat. Where’s the best place to satisfy those cravings? Well, what do you feel like? You want something savoury? Bacon & Egg Roll -> La Herradura Burgers -> Ribs & Burgers (Central Park) Fried Chicken -> The Hub House Burger Bar Pizza & Pasta -> The Merchants of Ultimo (Broadway) Greek ->

5 Reasons You Should Join a Club or Society

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 21
3 min

5 Reasons You Should Join a Club or Society

Make the most of your time at UNDA by joining Clubs and Societies. Joining a Club or Society is a great way to feel part of the Notre Dame community, and connect with likeminded students. If you still need convincing, here are 5 reasons why you should join a Club or Society while studying at Notre Dame. 1. Meet New People Joining a Club or Society is the guaranteed easiest way to meet new people on campus. It is a great opportunity to work and socialise with students in and o

8 Australian Legal Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 14
3 min

8 Australian Legal Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

There are some fantastic resources available if you are looking to learn more about the law in practice, and to hear Australian and international legal professionals speak firsthand about their experiences in the law - rather than just watching Harvey Specter. Because it’s 2021, a great way to do this is through podcasts! I have complied a list of 8 essential Australian legal podcasts that are perfect for you to listen to on your way to law school. 1. Gertie’s Law Released by

5 Minutes With… Ebony Billett

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 7
3 min

5 Minutes With… Ebony Billett

I had the pleasure of chatting with Ebony Billett to ask her some burning questions about her experiences as a law student and as the President of the NDSLS. Q. What degree are you studying? A Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts (Politics and Journalism). Q. Why did you choose to study at Notre Dame? Notre Dame is a smaller university; the lecturers know you on a name-by-name basis and you’re not just a number. Q. Have you always wanted to study law? No! Back in the day I wante

Partners in Crime

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Mar 5
2 min

Partners in Crime

Making friends at university can be daunting, and it may take some time to feel like you truly ‘fit in’. I am very lucky to have made a fantastic group of friends throughout my degree, but I didn’t immediately meet all the friends that I have today. It wasn’t until the first day of second year, when I was running late to class and sat in the only seat available, that I met one of my closest friends. I introduced myself and, as it turned out, she lived just down the road from

Zoom Etiquette

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Feb 26
2 min

Zoom Etiquette

Congratulations on completing your first week of law for 2021! For many of you, this may have been be online; but never fear, I have some tips for you to make online learning a breeze! Technology has had an increasing impact on the legal profession, particularly in the last twelve months. Technology is used to gather evidence, for video hearings, to be time and cost efficient for clients, to better collaborate with colleagues, and to go paperless! It is important that we all

Welcome to Law School

Alicia Hull, Education Director.

Dec 27, 2020
2 min

Welcome to Law School

I would like start by welcoming you all to another fantastic year of studying and socialising (we can only hope!) at Notre Dame in 2021! I would also like congratulate our First Year Students for being accepted into university and choosing to study with us at Notre Dame! This inaugural blog post is for you! Here are some important tips to get you ready for your first week of Law School! Emails & Blackboard It is super important to regularly check your university email and Bla