2023
Articles
06 June 2023
The final frontier: University of Sydney introduces space law
It may seem like a futuristic concept or one confined to Hollywood blockbusters - but space law is becoming more important than ever. With private entities launching space flights and exploration activities, and an increasing dependence on space-based systems, laws are needed to pave the foundation for how we govern human activity in outer space. The Sydney Law School introduces a new unit which explores the policies and developments of space global governance.
02 June 2023
What the Ben Roberts-Smith judgment says about defamation law
Professor David Rolph from the Sydney Law School unpacks two key questions from the high-profile defamation trial brought by the decorated Australian soldier.
15 May 2023
No, music doesn't cause crime - not even drill rap
Academics argue the NSW Police has spent a disproportionate amount of taxpayer money pursuing, disrupting and generally harassing drill musicians under the premise that their lyrics incite violence or help recruit gang members.
05 May 2023
Sydney Law School appoints new honorary professors
Two new honorary professors join the Law School with illustrious academic careers that have spanned continents, decades and some of the world’s top legal institutions.
28 April 2023
Taking a worldview
When Professor Yane Svetiev arrived in Australia from the former Yugoslavia, he wasn't sure how long he would stay. Two years on he was awarded a scholarship, and so began a career which has taken him around the world.
20 March 2023
Lifesaving idea takes out 2023 Sydney Innovation Program
A proposal to use automated decision-making to assist lifesavers, swimmers and surfers in their recognition of rip-currents, dangerous surf conditions and drowning incidents has seen a group of six students, win the third Sydney Innovation Program.
08 March 2023
Law School students complete field school in Nepal
Students took part in an immersive experience and gained valuable learnings during the Himalayan Field School, a partnership with Kathmandu School of Law that was supported by the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan.
07 March 2023
Sydney Law School student fighting for equity and community
In honour of International Women’s Day, we spoke with SULS president Naz Sharifi, a proud Hazara and Australian woman who is fighting for social justice while paving her way in law.
07 March 2023
Sydney Law School to partner with University of British Columbia
Through Sydney Law School’s unique collaboration with the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia, high achieving final-year students have the opportunity to study at one of the world’s leading centres for legal education and research.
03 March 2023
Sydney academics and alumni awarded 2023 Fulbright Scholarships
From fluorescent nanoparticles to novel quantum sensors in medical imaging, academics and alumni of the University of Sydney have been awarded Fulbright Scholarships.