2023

16 October 2023

Meet the students at the forefront of the sustainable fashion movement

We spoke to Lily, Social Media Manager of USYD Fashion Revolution Society, about the work the society does to raise awarness and advocate for environmentally friendly fashion, what her fashion red flags are and simple ways we can all make our wardrobe more sustainable.

16 October 2023

Students ‘sleep rough’ in the Quad to raise awareness of homelessness in Australia

The Sydney Uni Young Vinnies Society Winter Sleepout community event is part of a state-wide effort to increase awareness of the causes of homelessness and what we can all do to help. Hear from our students about how the experience impacted them.

09 October 2023

Modern slavery in Australia: hidden in plain sight

Jiaying Yang and Yuereng Li, Media and Communications students at the University of Sydney, have spent the semester working as Engagement Interns with our dedicated human rights team, the Modern Slavery Unit. Jiaying and Yuereng share their experience and the importance of raising awareness of modern slavery through the power of media.

09 October 2023

Australian Boat Race returns to Yarra River as Sydney takes on Melbourne to defend the trophy

On October 14, the University of Sydney and the University of Melbourne will meet at the Australian Boat Race, continuing the 160-year-old rivalry between the two institutions. We chat to three of our inspirational athletes from the Sydney University Boat Club ahead of the race.

03 October 2023

5 ways to engage with Mental Health Month this October

In recognition of Mental Health Month, we've compiled a list of ways to help you be proactive about your health and wellbeing, and how you can get involved with events happening on campus throughout October.

03 October 2023

2023 Student SMS Survey

Developed in consultation with students, the University is conducting an SMS survey to be sent during the month of October.

25 September 2023

Young leaders join forces to advance gender equity

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws student Phoebe Britten has been selected to represent the experiences of young people as part of the Global Institute for Women's Leadership's Global Youth Committee.

25 September 2023

Celebrating the 2023 winners of the Charles Perkins Memorial Prize

Established in 2001, the Dr Charles Perkins Oration and Memorial Prize recognises and celebrates the outstanding contributions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have made to our community, country, and society.

11 September 2023

A student's guide to the Voice: what role does the University play? 

Throughout our 170-year history, the University of Sydney has been at the forefront of many political and social debates in Australia. This year's referendum on the Voice to Parliament is no different. Find out how we're facilitating and leading conversation around the Voice, and how you can get involved as a student. 

11 September 2023

Celebrate National Biodiversity Month at the University of Sydney

September is National Biodiversity Month in Australia, providing an opportunity to promote the unique diversity of our ecosystem, both on our campuses and nationally, to connect with our natural environment, and to raise awareness of the crucial role we play in protecting it.