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25.01.2022 We must celebrate and acknowledge the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, not just on International Women's Day, but every day. Our QUT Law community play an important role across all sectors and levels of government, judiciary, and the legal industry here in Brisbane and further afield across the nation and the world. We celebrate our staff, alumni, and students who strive for excellence in everything that they do and, by doing so, continue to mak...e the world a better place. Featured in this image are just some of #QUTLaw's incredible women that have been included in Women Lawyers Association of Queensland (WLAQ) 2021 Inspo List. Find the full list here: https://lnkd.in/gJ_j8gE International Women's Day marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity and this year's theme is 'Choose To Challenge'. A challenged world is an alert world. And from challenge comes change. So let's all #ChooseToChallenge. QUT (Queensland University of Technology) #IWD2021 #IWD Top row L-R: Genevieve Dee, Jamie Shine, Avelina Tarrago, Middle row: Courtney Barton, Judith McNamara, Clare Dart Bottom row: Taylor Thomas, Morgan Lynch, Rebecca Treston QC

25.01.2022 Professor Des Butler was a well loved teacher and respected academic in the Faculty of Law who pioneered many of the School of Law’s modern teaching methods. With his passing last year, Des left a bequest to the Faculty of Law that will create a lasting legacy in his memory. His generous bequest will fund the Professor Des Butler Memorial Prize for the highest achieving student in LLB202 Contract Law. Read more http://bit.ly/qut_DButler

24.01.2022 Recognise this #QUTLaw graduate? Nick Dowse has been busy since we last caught up with him in 2018. Now he works for Facebook within their specialist network infrastructure legal team, assisting one of the largest subsea cable projects in the world. Executive Dean, Professor Dan Hunter recently had the opportunity to chat with Nick about his life and career journey since graduation. ... Watch here: http://bit.ly/qut_ND QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

23.01.2022 Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our #QUTLaw students explore what #NRW means to them and why it's so important in these powerful videos. Watch QUT Law Society - QUTLS: bit.ly/qutLSNRW20 ... Watch QUT Justice Society: bit.ly/qutJSNRW20 #InThisTogether2020

23.01.2022 Completing a degree takes years of dedication, hard work and perseverance. With that in mind, as part of National Reconciliation Week 2021, we’d like to share with you this powerful video of Wyatt, Darci, Joel and Tia as they reflect on their journey so far. These four alumni are members of the largest cohort of Indigenous students to ever graduate from the QUT School of Law with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) in the School’s history. ... We know that their now-completed journey at QUT is just the beginning of their success. In the Faculty of Business and Law, we acknowledge that reconciliation is not just about First Nations people completing tertiary education. Aligning with this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, we too acknowledge that reconciliation is more than a word and is about taking action. We recognise the important role that we play in ensuring reconciliation is a part of our everyday business of learning, teaching, and researching. That we privilege Indigenous voices in conversations and do our part in closing the gap in educational and employment outcomes. Reconciliation is a journey for all Australians as individuals, families, communities, organisations and importantly as a nation. Thank you to Wyatt, Darci, Joel, and Tia for participating in this video and for choosing QUT. We would also like to thank Bianca Hill-Jarro who plays an integral role at the Faculty level for supporting QUT’s First Nations students studying law. #MoreThanAWord #NRW2021 #QUTLaw #StudyLaw QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

22.01.2022 Final year law and justice student Christjan Corias completed a 10-week internship with the North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) during his 2020 summer break. Christjan has this advice for fellow students: I think it’s very important for law students to think outside the box, keep an open mind and not get pre-occupied with getting clerkships. There is so much practical experience to be gained beyond clerkships and commercial law. Read more about Christjan’s internship here: https://bit.ly/2XlBkGB

22.01.2022 Recently graduated or preparing to graduate in 2020? Join the QUT Alumni Advancement team for Real World Wisdom: a series of online webinars with QUT Alumni and industry insiders discussing how hiring decisions are made, tips for job interviews and more. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/30PY8AK... QUT Alumni & Friends

22.01.2022 Leading law firms Corrs Chambers Westgarth and Herbert Smith Freehills welcome our new Graduate Certificate in Future Law Technologies, created in response to the rapidly changing legal profession. Melanie Ryan, Head of Client and Technology Solutions at Herbert Smith Freehills said, "We are excited to see that QUT are creating a Graduate Certificate in Future Law Technologies to support this change in the legal market, creating a nexus where law and tech can come together in... a practical, applied format focusing on the areas of design, analytics, technology and innovation. Focused study and qualifications in this area is an important step in providing quality advice and practical understanding of what is required to support and lead this change, in this exciting and still emerging area of law." Read more: https://bit.ly/2CJpNJV #QUTLaw QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

22.01.2022 If you’re interested to know where studying law could take you, don’t miss our inspiring panel of #QUTLaw students who will share their insights, tips and hopes for the future. Register for today’s webinar at 11.45am-12.30pm via this link: https://bit.ly/QUT_OpenDay and find out what they wish they knew before starting law school. Here is our behind the scenes shot of our panellists: QUT Law Society - QUTLS President, Ben Quick, double degree student Kat Dorante, passiona...te environmental law advocate and student Zoe Nay, as well as QUT Law Careers and Employment Advisor, Lee Moy, and Associate Dean of Learning and Teaching, Peter Black. QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

22.01.2022 Congratulations #QUTLaw student Kat Dorante on being awarded CareerTrackers Indigenous Internship Program Intern of the Year! She said, "This nation has a Black history - and you better believe it has a Black future too!" Read more of her post here: https://www.linkedin.com//urn:li:activity:676557415696161/ QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

21.01.2022 Born in a refugee camp in Uganda and immigrating to Australia at the age of 10, QUT Law and QUT Business School student Duku Forè has faced many challenges to get to where he is today. As one of our QUT Faculty of Law Founders’ scholarship recipients, Duku shares his story, highlighting the incredible power of education and the generosity of others that can make all the difference. Read more: https://bit.ly/lfqut_Duku QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

21.01.2022 Congratulations to #QUTLaw Alumni Jay Tseng and Corina Chen for winning categories in Lawyers Weekly 30 under 30 awards for 2020. The 30 Under 30 Awards is a program that identifies the finest young lawyers across Australia, providing industry-wide recognition for professional competency and a passion for the law. For the full list of winners: https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/lawyersweekly-30und//2020... King & Wood Mallesons Mullins QUT Alumni & Friends QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

21.01.2022 #QUTLaw student Scarlett Stevens shares her insights and experience completing the Vacation Research Experience Scheme (VRES). VRES is available to undergraduate students who are seeking an opportunity to work on cutting edge research with academic experts in the School of Law and School of Justice. VRES is held during the summer vacation period. This year students have the opportunity to work on a number of projects in research areas such as:... - Transboundary air pollution - Autonomous vehicles - Police body cameras - Expert opinion in medical negligence case For more information follow: https://bit.ly/2RPopd6 Applications close Wednesday 7 October 2020.

21.01.2022 Earlier this year, Patrick travelled through Delhi, Mumbai, and Jaipur on a two-week study tour with IndoGenius. The program provided unique development opportunities for professional, personal, and cultural skills. Read more about Patrick’s experience here: https://bit.ly/2JDOyHP

21.01.2022 Did you know there are student-led clubs and societies at university? Joining provides an incredible opportunity to boost your resume, gain experience and make meaningful connections, both with your fellow peers, the university and within the industry. Law and justice students can join the QUT Justice Society (QUTJS) or the QUT Law Society - QUTLS. Read more about QUT clubs and societies here: https://www.qut.edu.au//why-qut/more-reasons-to-choose-qut ... Don't forget that this year we’re bringing Open Day to you! Find out about QUT Virtual Open Day on Sat 29 August and Sun 30 August here: https://bit.ly/QUT_OpenDay QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

20.01.2022 Candice Hughes, a proud Kamilaroi woman, mother of five and wife, graduated from a QUT Bachelor of Arts (Justice Studies) in 1996 and went on to complete a Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) in 2017. She now works as a Youth Justice Solicitor at YFS Legal advocating for the protection of young people’s human rights and empowering vulnerable peoples involved in the criminal justice system, particularly First Nations people. Reflecting on this year’s theme for NAIDOC week, 'Alwa...ys was, Always will be' Candice says, It is important to remember our nation’s true history. Our history, tradition, culture is over 60,000 years old. Our people have maintained a spiritual and cultural connection to the land and waters. We always have been, and always will be, the traditional custodians of this land. Read more: https://bit.ly/qut_CH20 #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

20.01.2022 Robert Hannam, a proud Birri Gubba and Durrumbal man and happily married father of three beautiful daughters, graduated from QUT with a Bachelor of Justice (Criminology and Policing) in 2016. He has since committed his life to advocating for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and now works as a Senior Court Support Officer with ATSILS. Reflecting on this year’s theme for NAIDOC week, 'Always was, Always will be' Robert says, It evokes feelings of pride and determin...ation. Pride in who we are, our resilience and our determination to overcome our collective struggles. It represents our ancient history and our bright future. Read more: https://bit.ly/qut_rh20 #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

20.01.2022 McCullough Robertson profiled our very own Adjunct Professor Rosalind Mason as part of their campaign to celebrate women in law. Captivated by the law and the issues it raised, Rosalind set out to use her legal education to resolve issues for society and within business. A legal education provides a great basis for so many different kinds of careers. Keep an open mind to find the options that best suit your knowledge, skills and experience as well as your life goals. She moved from practice to academia and found her niche in law teaching it. You can read her profile here: https://bit.ly/2RT82fI

19.01.2022 Congratulations to His Honour Judge Nathan Jarro, the 2020 QUT Outstanding Alumnus of the Year. He made history as QLD’s first Indigenous judge and is recognised for his contributions to the legal profession. I feel proud of receiving this recognition and proud to have received this recognition on behalf of former Indigenous law graduates of QUT, His Honour said. Read more: bit.ly/33PUBnp

19.01.2022 Congratulations to our #QUTLaw students who recently completed their studies! We wish you every success and hope that you have been able to celebrate your years of hard work with friends and family.

19.01.2022 Congratulations to #QUTLaw and QUT Business School graduate, Nicholas Di Savia who has recently been awarded the Tom Cain Trophy for Outstanding Achievement. Representing QUT internationally more than six times, 18 Dean’s List commendations, 10 internships including one in Japan, a Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, New Colombo Plan grant recipient, and ranking second in his graduating year out of 537 law students, Nicholas Di Savia’s achievements don’t end there. Incredibly har...dworking and passionate about giving back to his community he shares his advice. Read more: https://bit.ly/qut_tc QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

18.01.2022 After two weeks studying legal design within the new Graduate Certificate in Future Law Technologies, Christopher Raleigh became passionate about communicating the law more creatively and started applying what he’d learned in the real world as Senior Legal Counsel at a FinTech start up. I redesigned the contracts at the FinTech start up I was working at. I also started delivering advice to the company in a way that embraces legal design thinking so it would be much easier fo...r all staff to understand and follow the advice. His advice to those considering the course, I would say jump on board or get left behind. Don’t be afraid to dive into this course head on because your professional career will benefit so quickly after you start. Like everything in life, you get out what you put in. If you’re motivated enough to put effort into this course you will be so pleasantly surprised what you get out of it. Executive Dean Professor Dan Hunter introduced the course earlier this year in response to the rapidly changing landscape of the legal industry through technology, globalisation and a shift in client expectations. Read more: http://bit.ly/QUTFLTech

18.01.2022 In 2021 Reconciliation Week is about more than words, it’s about taking action. For Darci Perry, one of our recent #QUTLaw graduates she says, Indigenous culture is rooted in sharing knowledge and culture through the spoken word. The dreaming, our history, stories and knowledge of the land is all spoken rather than written. More than a word is the embodiment of the importance of the spoken word. Every Australian needs to be reminded that passive acceptance is not reconciliat...ion. It requires more than sentiment, it requires action. This action should be the spreading of Indigenous culture - it should be used to bring people together not to ostracize. That it is ignorance towards things which are unknown that is the root of all problems. Watch the video celebrating our recent history-making Indigenous cohort here: https://fb.watch/5MepCFgwlL/ #MoreThanAWord #NRW2021 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

18.01.2022 Celebrating our trailblazers, leaders, teachers, entrepreneurial thinkers, researchers, and our current and emerging changemakers. We remain constantly inspired by our #QUTLaw staff, alumni, and students who continue to make the world a better place by striving for excellence in everything they do. #IWD2020 #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

18.01.2022 Earlier this year #QUTLaw student Kathryn Dorante was named First Nations Student of the Year by Queensland Law Society. Already an inspiration and role model to many, Kat has set her sights on becoming a human rights lawyer. We're so pleased to be able to share more of her story with you. https://bit.ly/qut_kd20

17.01.2022 Congratulations to the two #QUT teams who competed in the Baker McKenzie National Women's Moot. The tournament is the first established national moot in which all competitors must be female and is aimed at addressing the equity issues facing women at the Bar. The QUT teams were commended on their excellent written work and ability to engage with the bench, despite the tournament being hosted over zoom. QUT coach Dr Lucy Cradduck says, "It was different for the teams to appear on zoom; however, this was very realistic as it reflects the current operations of the Courts. Both teams appeared before noted senior members of the Bar or Academics, and held their own." For more information about how you can get involved in mooting visit: https://www.qut.edu.au/law/study/mooting

17.01.2022 Ten teams battled it out in the 2020 QUTLS High School Moot Competition, but only one could be victorious. Commended for their high-quality research and advocacy skills, the QUT Faculty of Law congratulates The Gap State High School, this year’s QUTLS High School Moot champions. Read more about the event, including the fiercely contested final and how the competition adapted to ever-changing restrictions at http://bit.ly/2020HSMoot QUT Law Society - QUTLS

17.01.2022 With rising concerns about environmental sustainability, the intersection between law and fashion is of growing importance. #QUTLaw student Zoe Nay was a panellist on the topic of Fashion Justice at the 5th annual Crime, Justice and Social Democracy International Conference last year. Zoe spoke about the transboundary movement of textile waste and reflected upon the United Kingdom House of Commons Report about the circular economy. My presentation looked at integrating the ...biosphere and the technosphere to make clothing sustainable. I’m really passionate about environmental law and trying to see the voice that isn’t heard in the debate. Typically, we hear the politicians and the activists, but you don’t hear from the people who are being impacted the hardest. It was really interesting for me to analyse the policy by considering its impacts to developing nations. In the case of environmental sustainability, top-down governance is not going to do enough. It is you and I and the people around us who are going to make the real change. Never see your actions as too small to make a difference. Zoe will be presenting at the 2020 Fashion Justice Symposium this month: http://bit.ly/FJs320

15.01.2022 How do you become a seasoned pro at mooting? #QUTLaw alumnus Rebecca Treston QC says, The key to success in mooting is not natural ability, but the willingness and dedication to develop advocacy skills through continual practice. Read more mooting tips and learn how you can get involved with QUT Law Society - QUTLS Moot Club here https://bit.ly/2XgpiiO.

15.01.2022 Clerkships provide a valuable opportunity for QUT Law students to gain hands-on, real world experience. Thank you Eliza and Bec for sharing your insights into your summer clerkship experience with King & Wood Mallesons. Lee Moy, our Careers and Employment Advisor, provides advice for our Law students on all things clerkships and graduate programs throughout the year. QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

15.01.2022 Stephanie Parkin, a proud Quandamooka woman completed undergraduate and postgraduate study in law. She now works to establish fair and ethical trade standards between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and those wanting to sell or licence their works. Reflecting on this year’s theme for NAIDOC week, Always was, Always will be Stephanie says, While we as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people recognise and value what that statement means, it is evident that... deep understanding of the meaning behind that statement is not fully recognised within the broader community and those with decision making power. This year’s theme is strong and resonates with all Aboriginal people. These lands and waters are a part of us that they always have and always will be. Nothing will change that. Read more: http://bit.ly/qut_SP20 #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

14.01.2022 Challenging traditional ways of solving legal problems, our new Law and Design Thinking unit is empowering law students to be more creative and innovative when designing solutions. Building the skills needed for a rapidly changing future, hear from some students who recently completed the unit as part of the Bachelor of Laws (Honours).

14.01.2022 Eight First Nations students graduated with law degrees from QUT on Monday, marking the largest cohort of Indigenous students to graduate from the Law School in its history. With graduate jobs secured in top-tier law firms, pathways to admission mapped out, and a wide range of career options from advocacy to the Queensland Police Service ahead of them, these alumni have a lot to celebrate. Congratulations graduates!... Read more about them here: https://www.qut.edu.au/study/law/news-and-events?id=173495 Ashurst MinterEllison QUT (Queensland University of Technology) #blackexcellence #law #auslaw

14.01.2022 In 2021 Reconciliation Week is about more than words, it’s about taking action. For Joel, one of our recent #QUTLaw graduates, he says, To me Reconciliation Week is a reminder of what should really be done all year round. When it comes to reconciling, practical steps need to be taken. First Nations voices deserve to be recognised and heard, we shouldn’t have to keep asking for a say over our own affairs. I believe that for Australia to take a great step towards reconciliatio...n, First Nations people need to be empowered by having our voices heard so that we can determine our own futures. Watch the video celebrating our recent history-making Indigenous cohort here: https://fb.watch/5MepCFgwlL/ #MoreThanAWord #NRW2021 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

14.01.2022 At the recent QUT Law Society - QUTLS event, Future Lawyers Yarn: Black Lives Matter, panellists Shane Duffy, Candice Hughes and Joshua Creamer discussed issues relating to Aboriginal deaths in custody, the importance of justice reinvestment to reduce Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander incarceration rates in the criminal justice system, and the role of future legal professionals in achieving reform. #QUTLaw Alumnus Candice Hughes said, "Say Black Lives Matter to yourselve...s every day and go into the legal profession and practice it!" Read more about the event here: http://bit.ly/qutls_fly20 You can watch the panel discussion here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=410242630370210&ref=watch_permalink

13.01.2022 The Honourable Justice Peter Applegarth AM spoke at the recent #QUTLaw W A Lee Equity Lecture and explored how #equity interacts with high-cost, short term credit. Over time, legislation has incorporated unwritten law and extended it to prohibit unconscionable conduct. Read more: https://www.qut.edu.au/law/about/news Thank you to our supporters Queensland Community Foundation , STEP Qld Branch , Queensland Law Society & Bar Association of Queensland

12.01.2022 The Faculty of Law would like to congratulate School of Justice Senior Lecturers Chris Emzin and Dr Erin O’Brien for receiving QUT Vice-Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence. Chris won the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Excellence award while Erin won the Teaching and Research Excellence award. QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

12.01.2022 The Clayton Utz First Year Moot was conducted virtually via Zoom for the first time this year. Congratulations to finalists Jake Scott and Cameron Desfontaines, and the winners Isabelle Holder and Sophie Rawlins. The Clayton Utz First Year Moot is a fantastic opportunity for students in their formative years of university to get a taste of mooting in a safe and fun environment, engage with real-world professionals and forge friendships that will last well after they graduate. Mooting also allows students to practice their advocacy and challenge themselves by exploring key legal areas they will study in their first year. For more information about mooting at #QUT see https://www.qut.edu.au/law/study/mooting Clayton Utz, Brisbane

11.01.2022 His Honour Judge Nathan Jarro made history in 2018 as Queensland’s first Indigenous judge. He was recently awarded QUT's Outstanding Alumnus of the Year as well as Indigenous Alumnus of the Year for 2020. Read more about his contributions to the legal profession and community here: https://bit.ly/qut_NJ20 #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020 ... QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends See more

11.01.2022 Wyatt Cook-Revell, born and raised on Yugara country with family connections to the Birri Gubba, Gooreng Gooreng, Wangan Jagalingou and Wakka Wakka peoples, is a final year law student who hopes to pursue a career as a Barrister after completing the Bar Association of Queensland (BAQ) Indigenous Law Students Program. Reflecting on NAIDOC week, Wyatt says that this year’s theme Always Was, Always Will Be, recognises the underlying principle from which the cases of Mabo and Wi...k were decided that Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders are Australia’s First Peoples and their distinctive spiritual, material, and economic relationship with the land, territories, waters, coastal seas, and other resources has never been ceded. Read more: https://bit.ly/qut_WCR20 #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020 QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

11.01.2022 Raziq Qasimi arrived in Australia a decade ago, a Hazara teen fleeing ethnic persecution in his war-torn homeland Afghanistan. Now, Raziq is working as a Queensland District Court judge’s associate, having recently graduated with his Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Justice degrees. Raziq chose to study at QUT because of its reputation for providing practical, real-world learning. During his degree he completed placements at the Justice Centre Hong Kong and with law... firms Salvos Legal Humanitarian, Clayton Utz and Mills Oakley. Raziq fundamentally believes law is about helping people and making the world a better place for everyone. Wanting to make a difference is important to me, and I thought that there is a lot you can do with a degree in Law, he says. Read more about Raziq’s journey to university and his incredible achievements: http://bit.ly/RaziqQUT

11.01.2022 Congratulations to #QUTLaw student Sarah Sheppard and recent graduate Nicholas Di Savia on becoming finalists in the Law Student of the Year category for the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards for 2020. The Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards is recognised as the top national awards program for Australia’s legal profession, providing an unparalleled opportunity for those in the industry to be recognised at a national level and build a reputation for excellence. We wish you... both the best of luck! For more: https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/australia//2020-finalists QUT (Queensland University of Technology) #AustralianLawAwards

11.01.2022 Growing up in Ukraine, the police were often corrupt and abusive. These experiences in Natalie's formative years have fuelled her passion for justice. Now, having lived in multiple countries and worked in a range of fields, Natalie has combined this passion for justice with her aspirations for higher education through the Bachelor of Justice at QUT. Read more of her incredible story here: http://bit.ly/qut_NM QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

10.01.2022 For some, choosing a university course is easy. But what if you’re not sure what you want to study? Choosing a course doesn’t mean you are ‘locked in’ to completing what you start in first year. Once at university if you find the course doesn’t suit you or your career goals change, talk to student support who can help you make a plan for changing. Read more here: https://www.qut.edu.au//why-qut/more-reasons-to-choose-qut Make sure to attend our Virtual Open Day and ask an...y questions you may have about courses or study areas that interest you: https://bit.ly/QUT_OpenDay QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

10.01.2022 There is a lot more to uni than just studying. QUT offers work placements, mooting, international experiences, as well as scholarships, financial support, career support and study support. Read more here: https://www.qut.edu.au//why-qut/more-reasons-to-choose-qut You can discover more about these opportunities and ask about student experiences firsthand at QUT’s Virtual Open Day on Sat 29 August and Sun 30 August: https://bit.ly/QUT_OpenDay QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

10.01.2022 Congratulations to our five new #QUT Faculty of Law Founders’ Scholarship recipients for 2020; Gemma Tange, Alexa Roder, Mikaela Worldon, Lauren Litchfield and Mustafa Yahia. Read more about the scholarship here: https://bit.ly/2wFT1Xn #QUTLaw

10.01.2022 Over 400 delegates from 55 countries negotiated and expanded their global networks at the Peace Summit of Emerging Leaders at the United Nations in Bangkok. Law students Camille and Nathan reflect on the experience. Read more here: http://bit.ly/20psel

10.01.2022 Congratulations to our five new QUT Faculty of Law Founders' Scholarship recipients who were welcomed by fund sponsors and staff at this year's annual presentation function. The QUT Faculty of Law Founders' Scholarship fund is unique and provides first-year law students experiencing hardship with financial, networking, and mentoring support. The aim of the fund is to help ensure that disadvantaged students receive support to achieve their full potential. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3h1shlb

09.01.2022 In 2021 Reconciliation Week is about more than words, it’s about taking action. For Wyatt, one of our recent #QUTLaw graduates, he says, National Reconciliation Week reinforces that, as future legal professionals or whatever your career path, we must support reconciliation and understand that we all have a responsibility, in both our personal and professional capacities, to do business differently. Including First Nations’ knowledge and values must go beyond merely allowing ...First Nations’ peoples to be involved in your panels, your events, and your working groups. Our First Nations' voices need to be understood, acknowledged, and respected. Watch the video celebrating our recent history-making Indigenous cohort here: https://fb.watch/5MepCFgwlL/ #MoreThanAWord #NRW2021 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

09.01.2022 Meeting a princess and presenting interactive legal workshops for high school students in the Kingdom of Bhutan, all in a day's work for 17 #QUTLaw students. The international placement has been dubbed by students as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. "Participating in this program allowed us to meet people from diverse backgrounds, gain intercultural communication skills, and form lifelong connections with our peers and Bhutanese colleagues. The skills we learnt will be invaluable in our future legal careers, where intercultural awareness and flexibility are essential skill. Read more here: http://bit.ly/3aoYIr0

09.01.2022 If you missed our #QUTLaw W A Lee Equity Lecture with The Hon. Justice Peter Applegarth AM, it is now available online: bit.ly/qut_WALee20 Thanks to our event supporters: Queensland Law Society Queensland Community Foundation, STEP Qld Branch & Bar Association of Queensland QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

09.01.2022 #QUTLaw Alumnus Michael Rice worked as a lawyer at Ashurst before he decided to leave the corporate world behind and follow his passion for social justice. This decision has led him to managing a pro bono legal clinic for young people in Melbourne, working for the United Nations in New York, the International Criminal Court - ICC in The Hague, and now Both ENDS in Amsterdam. He shares unparalleled insight into his experiences abroad, the value of volunteering, his career, advice for current students and so much more. Make sure you check out his profile here: https://bit.ly/qut_MRice QUT (Queensland University of Technology) QUT Alumni & Friends

09.01.2022 Despite family upheaval throughout her schooling years, including a period of homelessness, Freya never gave up on her goal to go to university and study law. "I knew that if I continued to work hard in school despite the circumstances that I could make myself and my family proud." As the first in her family to go to university, Freya is now in her third year and has her sights set on a career in criminal law. As one of our QUT Faculty of Law Founders’ scholarship recipients..., Freya shares her story of unwavering determination and how the support of others can make all the difference. Read more: https://bit.ly/lfqut_Freya QUT (Queensland University of Technology) #QUTLaw

09.01.2022 Congratulations to Justice student Brayden who gained full-time employment with Suncorp following his internship. During his internship within the Fraud Integrity Department, Brayden shadowed staff, gaining a greater understanding of how insurance claims are identified as fraudulent, investigated, allowed and either released or rejected. The shadowing experience complimented his main research project for the internship which focused on highlighting emerging trends of insuranc...e fraud. Skills and concepts I learned within my Bachelor of Justice have been essential in understanding the insurance fraud landscape. For example, many of my units focused on conceptualising and responding to crime, which I applied during my internship. I was able to highlight the correlation between socio-economic status and insurance fraud and identified ways in which financial risk could be minimised through this conceptualisation of fraud. Congratulations Brayden! For more about Brayden's experience and other placement success stories: http://bit.ly/qjsps19 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) #StudyJustice

09.01.2022 Representing more than 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate studies, the QUT Law Society is the largest faculty society in Australia. Adapting to the challenges brought on by COVID-19, QUTLS thrived in their transition to servicing members online. Now, as the year winds down, the 2020 Committee hands over the management of the society to the newly elected 2021 QUTLS Committee who are set to take advantage of the structural changes that were made this year. Read more about QUTLS’s achievements and future plans at https://bit.ly/QUTLS21 QUT Law Society - QUTLS

09.01.2022 As part of an Indigenous Justice Placement unit, Law and Justice students partnered with Cherbourg Regional Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Services (CRAICCHS) to assist the Cherbourg community with two projects addressing issues of child safety and youth mental health. Read about their real-world projects here: https://bit.ly/QUT_IJP QUT (Queensland University of Technology) Craicchs

08.01.2022 Ten #QUTLaw students recently launched the brand new QUT Startup Law Clinic at the Brisbane Business Hub. Brisbane City Council's Vicki Howard and Councillor James Mackay attended the Q&A panel event alongside members from the local startup community. The clinic, under the guidance of Gadens is a work-integrated learning experience that provides free legal assistance to businesses. Read more: http://bit.ly/qutlaw_clinic

08.01.2022 With so much going on at the moment, we wanted to take the time to fill your feed with something positive. #QUTLaw and QUT Business School student Kathryn Dorante was recently named First Nations Student of the Year at the Queensland Law Society Awards Dinner. Congratulations Kathryn, we can't wait to see what's next for you.

08.01.2022 We spoke with final year Law students Osanna Fa'ata'ape and Irene Gallagher about how they were able to transition their placements from face-to-face to working from home arrangements. Unit coordinator Emily Darling said, "Many of the students undertaking placements have been able to adapt quickly to the new circumstances and make the most of the ability to continue with their placements under the working-from-home arrangements." Read more here: https://bit.ly/2Lq3M3T

06.01.2022 The international legal placement was an invaluable opportunity for us to learn how access to justice issues exist in different jurisdictions and compare these to Australia. In September 2019 #QUT law and justice students travelled to Port Vila, Vanuatu. Law students Sania and Osanna wrote a blog about their experience, you can read it here: https://www.plaqld.org/post/design-a-stunning-blog

06.01.2022 Further lifting of restrictions allowed #QUTLaw and Ashurst to celebrate fourth year Law and Justice student Sarah Gough as the 2020 recipient of the Ashurst Rod Bush Memorial Scholarship. Sarah said the scholarship, "helps to shoulder the financial load of study, which is a tremendous, freeing feeling. Beyond that, the safety net of a scholarship in the midst of a pandemic and economic recession, has left me feeling secure in my educational pursuits, with sights set firmly o...n clerkships, graduation and future employment opportunities. Read more about Sarah's journey: https://bit.ly/2VkdlXf Ashurst QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

05.01.2022 QUT Faculty of Law Founders’ scholarship recipients were given the opportunity to engage with a diverse panel of members from the legal profession at the recent Law Founders’ Scholarship Fund Breakfast. Panel members included Helen Clarke from Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Dan Brown from Ashurst, Sophie Devitt from DLA Piper, and Sharon Doyle from InterFinancial. First year student Georgia Medley said, "It can be intimidating to engage with industry professionals, but the breakfast and the panel provided the opportunity to ask questions such as how they progressed to their positions and what challenges they faced. I found it really comforting to know that when they were new to the industry, they were just as nervous as I feel now. Read more about the event: https://bit.ly/3oksgh6

05.01.2022 When #QUTLaw student Cassandra suddenly and unexpectedly became paralysed, she needed to re-learn how to do basic tasks like making a cup of tea but she never gave up on her studies. As one of our QUT Faculty of Law Founders’ scholarship recipients, Cassandra shares her story, highlighting the incredible power of resilience and how the support of others can make all the difference. Read more: https://bit.ly/lfqut_CGrey... QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

05.01.2022 Starting university can be the first of many changes after graduating school so what can you really expect? We asked our students to give you the inside scoop: https://www.qut.edu.au//why-qut/more-reasons-to-choose-qut Make sure to attend our Virtual Open Day this weekend and ask any questions you may have about studying at university: https://bit.ly/QUT_OpenDay QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

05.01.2022 O-Week is officially underway. We welcome new #QUT law and justice students who are starting next week! University is a time of discovery and embracing opportunities. Your own graduation will be here before you know it. Check out last year’s grads having their moment in the spotlight #qutlaw

05.01.2022 #QUTLaw student Wyatt Cook-Revell was recently featured in The Australian authoring a powerful piece on reconciliation and the importance of education. "Education has changed my life and has provided me with opportunities I could not have imagined. As the eldest of seven children, there is nothing better than going home to Gatton and seeing my younger siblings, and recognising that I am now their inspiration. I believe that through truth and hope, success can be achieved. If ...young First Nations people are surrounded by truth and hope, with a strong education then they can absolutely do anything." A must-read: https://bit.ly/2ZjkatG QUT (Queensland University of Technology) Australian Indigenous Education Foundation - AIEF

04.01.2022 QUT Law Society - QUTLS has done a remarkable job transforming their most popular competition into an online experience amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We would like to congratulate the 2020 QUT PLT Negotiation Competition winners Sarah Sheppard and Olivia Lambert, and runners-up Renee Stevens and Jolie Beckett. Read more: https://bit.ly/2y55O6v

04.01.2022 While the transition to online learning seemed to occur overnight, it was the culmination of weeks of planning and preparation. We spoke with Peter Black, #QUTLaw Associate Dean, Teaching and Learning for the faculty about the challenges and unexpected surprises of COVID-19. All students especially first-year students should take comfort in the fact that being able to continue to study and hopefully succeed in an online mode in the middle of a pandemic, demonstrates... remarkable resilience and agility that will hopefully prepare them for future study and work, he said. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3cUFyLk QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

04.01.2022 Since graduating, #QUTLaw alumnus Greg Seeto has worked as a corporate lawyer and legal counsel not only in Australia, but around the world in Asia, Europe and Africa. Volunteering and travelling, he has even been able to call Mickey Mouse his boss. He advises current students to, Master the fundamentals. A students’ technical legal research, analysis and critical thinking needs to be spot-on, and drafting and communications must be clear and unambiguous. Read more about Greg’s experiences and life after university here: https://bit.ly/2D3d44L

04.01.2022 Congratulations to QUT team Jennifer Ward and Heath Gabbett who were national quarter-finalists in the 2020 Sir Harry Gibbs Constitutional Law Moot! The Gibbs Moot is one of Australia’s most prestigious national mooting competitions. The teams began preparations in August to compete against the best constitutional law mooters from 18 law schools across Australia, which was held virtually this year. In addition to being Quarter-Finalists, the QUT team won the prize for Best P...laintiff Written Memorandum in the preliminary rounds of the competition. For more information about mooting at QUT: https://www.qut.edu.au/law/study/mooting QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

03.01.2022 After her own release from prison in 1992, Debbie Kilroy established Sisters Inside Inc, a community organisation which advocates for the human rights of women in the criminal justice system and responds to gaps in the services available to women. She went on to be the first female former serious offender in Australia to be admitted to the legal profession by the Supreme Court of Queensland and is now one of Queensland’s leading criminal solicitors. A leading advocate for pr...otecting the human rights of women and children through decarceration, the process of avoiding prisons and other systems of social control in response to crime and social issues, Debbie has been awarded two QUT Outstanding Alumni awards; the 2020 Special Excellence Award, and 2020 Faculty of Law Outstanding Alumni Award. Read more about Debbie’s story here: https://bit.ly/qutOAA_DK QUT Alumni & Friends QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

03.01.2022 Want to level up your skills but not sure where to start? Interested in growing your network? Learn how the QUT Law Society - QUTLS can help you do all this and more! As President of QUTLS and Bachelor of Laws (Honours) student Ben says, I believe that being part of QUT’s culture through the clubs and societies, particularly the QUTLS, gives you a better understanding and insight into your desired industry and the wider student experience. It’s this knowledge that has helped me develop professionally and grow as an individual. Find out more about the QUTLS and many opportunities available to members: https://bit.ly/33I9Tuj

02.01.2022 "To me, Reconciliation Week offers an opportunity for all of society to take a moment to properly reflect on the past mistreatment of Australia’s Indigenous people, as well as the progress (or lack thereof) that Australia has made in uniting Australia’s Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, who have long been divided. In order to achieve true reconciliation, we need to acknowledge the wrongs that have been committed. True recognition goes beyond acknowledging or agreein...g that injustices were committed, but extends to understanding the ongoing effects of those injustices. It is only through honestly recognising these wrongs that we will all be able to fully see, and understand, the significant gap which still needs to be bridged between Australia’s Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. If society does not take the opportunity offered through weeks such as this to properly reflect, we cannot hope to get to the place where we should be with respect to achieving genuine reconciliation and the true unification of Australian society. Anyone can say that they want to see change, but the most difficult step is often taking the necessary steps to effect that change. While justifications and reasoning for this may vary, my experience has been that this difficulty often stems from a pre-emptive fear of facing hostility from others when attempting to enact change. This fear could be minimised if more people were willing to come together and take the same, unified strides toward bridging the gap. Perhaps then these small strides wouldn’t seem so daunting, and could lead to the larger strides that we need for true reconciliation. Essentially, we can all do more. In the spirit of embodying the theme of Reconciliation Week this year, we should all challenge ourselves to better consider where we can effect change in our everyday lives. Consider it, put it into action, and encourage others to walk alongside you in that journey." Thank you to recent #QUTLaw graduate Tia for those powerful words. In the Faculty of Business and Law, we acknowledge that reconciliation is not just about First Nations people completing tertiary education. Aligning with this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, we too acknowledge that reconciliation is more than a word and is about taking action. We recognise the important role that we play in ensuring reconciliation is a part of our everyday business of learning, teaching, and researching. That we privilege Indigenous voices in conversations and do our part in closing the gap in educational and employment outcomes. We hope you have enjoyed this series. Watch the video celebrating our recent history-making Indigenous cohort here: https://fb.watch/5MepCFgwlL/ #NRW2021 #MoreThanAWord #QUTLaw QUT Alumni & Friends QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

02.01.2022 Want to learn how to make your job application stand out? Join the QUT Alumni Advancement team for the next instalment of Real World Wisdom: a series of online webinars with QUT Alumni and industry insiders discussing how hiring decisions are made, tips for job interviews and more. To register for the webinar, visit https://bit.ly/2FzjQ3R ... QUT Alumni & Friends See more

02.01.2022 Meet #QUTLaw student and QUT Business School graduate Tegan Raines, one of GradConnection's Top 100 Future Leaders for 2020. Making the most of her opportunities, Tegan shares her experience of being the first in her family to go to university, the Top100 competition, and how she approaches leadership. Read more about her journey here: http://bit.ly/t100FL20

01.01.2022 Congratulations to our top performing students of 2019! Your dedication to your studies, extra-curricular activities, and community is inspirational. We wish you every success in your future endeavours. The Faculty would like to thank all of the sponsors who support a number of prizes that play an important role in rewarding excellence. For more: https://bit.ly/qutlawP20

01.01.2022 People talk about war like no one is in it, like no one is there afterwards trying to pick up the pieces. I want that conversation to change." QUT Senior Lecturer Dr Helen Berents discusses her upcoming project, a world-first extensive study that will investigate the role youth play in building inclusive and durable peace. Read more here: http://bit.ly/Y4P220

01.01.2022 With dreams of a career in immigration law, Alexa moved from Yeppoon to Brisbane to study Law with #QUT but the journey hasn’t been easy. After the passing of her father at a young age, Alexa worked up to 20 hours in her senior years of school to provide an extra income for her family. As one of our QUT Faculty of Law Founders’ scholarship recipients, Alexa shares her story of resilience, passion for her community and how the support of others can make all the difference. Re...ad more: http://bit.ly/LFqut_Alexa QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

01.01.2022 This year’s Corrs Chambers Westgarth Women in Law Breakfast organised by the QUT Law Society - QUTLS highlighted the contributions of women as members of the legal community and celebrated their achievements. Guest speakers Catherine Cheek from Women Lawyers Association of Queensland Inc. and Helen Clarke from Corrs Chambers Westgarth provided insight about their personal experiences and hopes for the future. Ella O’Brien, QUTLS Director of Diversity, Culture and Wellbeing shared, These events are important to celebrate the women who forged our path into the legal industry and commemorate the women who, even now, are continuing on in order to make the journey a little easier for those who follow. Read more about the event here: https://bit.ly/3mW1v25