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Familiarise yourself with our support and reporting processes

We've refreshed our student support site so you can learn more about how we foster cultural diversity at Sydney, where you can find support and how to report racial discrimination. The changes we’ve made are in response to the Hodgkinson external review report and community feedback – they are part of our ongoing work to create a safe and welcoming campus for all.  

Ensure you pay your Student Services and Amenities (SSAF) fee by Monday 24 March

SSAF funds are used to support a range of initiatives, from student advice and legal services to running clubs and societies. View your SSAF amount on your Student Financial Statement in Sydney Student.

Have a group assignment coming up? Learn how to work with others

If you're a coursework student, group learning is a key part of your studies, so it's important you know how to effectively and respectfully work with others. Our guide on group work and participating in class is a great place to start. If you need further support, reach out to the Learning Hub (Academic Language and Learning). 

Discover Sydney Uni Sport on Camperdown/Darlington campus

Whether you're looking for a workout spot on campus, want to get involved in team sports or just want to cheer on our University sports teams, there's something for everyone with Sydney Uni Sport. Check out their website to learn about their facilities, including two health and fitness centres and an 8-lane heated swimming pool, as well as competitions, clubs and events. 

Refuel on campus (without breaking the bank) 

If you're struggling with finances or food insecurity, visit the FoodHub pantry on Level 3 of the Wentworth Building to receive food and other essential items for free. You'll need to register ahead of time via Humanitix, so ensure you bring your ticket with you and only visit at your allocated time. 

We're here to support students affected by the ongoing impacts of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred in Northern New South Wales (NSW) and South-East Queensland. Free health and wellbeing support is available 24/7 from our Wellbeing team. If you're unable to continue your studies or assessments, special consideration and arrangements may be available to you. If you wish to apply, please submit a student declaration (docx, 51.5KB) as your supporting document. 

It's not just a brutalist structure! From hosting the largest permanent Egyptian collection in Sydney to some of the best coffee on campus, discover everything you need to know about visiting Chau Chak Wing Museum – our very own on-site museum. Plus, did we mention it's free?

This week, it's all about wellbeing. Check out the Welcome Planner for pop-up activities such as mindfulness walks, a petting zoo, and health and wellbeing sessions, so you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and resources to look after yourself during the semester (and maybe have some fun too!)

Other events include the FASS Welcome Karaoke, the Climate Cafe and the USU Language Exchange Party.

Photo credit: Sarah Newman

Did you catch our fabulous community marching in the Mardi Gras parade last Saturday? Decked out in the iconic colours of the flame and jacaranda trees, and adorned with current Bachelor of Arts student Siena Bhuiyan's striking artwork, our students and staff proudly marched down Oxford Street for the tenth year in a row.

Learn more about our incredible LGBTQIA+ community and how you can get involved at Sydney. 

Generative AI is changing the way we learn, and we’re here to help you use it responsibly and effectively. We’ve updated the Academic Integrity Policy and introduced new guidelines for AI use to support your learning, study and completion of assessments. This semester, some assessments will allow the use of AI. Check your Unit of Study Outline for the AI icon to see whether AI is permitted for each assessment and always remember to appropriately acknowledge your use of AI. 

'AI permitted' icon found in Unit of Study Outlines

Learn a new language with our partner universities through the Open Learning Environment In-Country Experiences program. Apply now to experience Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan and Spain this June–July intensive session. Want to learn more? Hear from fellow students who took part in the program.

Apply now to undertake a fully-funded Joint PhD program at the University of Glasgow and the University of Sydney. Successful candidates will collaborate with leading researchers, spend time at each campus, and receive a joint degree. Applications close 31 March 2025.

Whether you're just starting or returning for another semester, the Student Portal and Sydney Uni App make it easy to stay on top of uni life.

Stay organised: Your Study Dashboard helps you get a clear view of your semester, assignments, and to-do lists, helping you plan with ease.

Stay connected: Explore events on the What’s On page and track your classes, exams, and activities in one place with the Calendar. Plus, find your way with Campus Maps.

Stay supported: Need academic help, wellbeing resources, or student services? The Service and Support page has everything you need.

Make sure you check out the Queer Discourses & Discoursing Queers exhibition at SciTech Library. This new exhibition explores the evolution of language around gender and sexuality through the Library's Rare Books & Special Collections. Highlights include Virginia Woolf's Orlando, Australia's first LGBTQIA+ rights magazine CAMP Ink, and historical medical texts that shaped discussions.

20 free talks. 10 Sydney bars. 1 night only. Grab your friends and come and learn from the University of Sydney’s innovative researchers, academics and alumni at Raising the Bar on Thursday 3 April. From insights on the ethics of parenting in today’s world, to lab-grown organs and a blueprint for a more inclusive society, there's something for everyone. 

Join our free guided Sustainability Trail Tour this week to uncover hidden green innovations across campus! See living labs, meet Chester the Biodigester, and learn about climate resilience and adaptation right here on campus. 

⏰ When: Wednesday 12 March, 12–1 pm 

📍Where: Meeting outside Michael Spence Building (F23)

Ask our student human rights champions questions you have about modern slavery, including forced labour or forced marriage, at the Modern Slavery pop-up hub.Come along with your ideas on how we can address modern slavery together and take some time to complete the Anti-Slavery Awareness module.

⏰ When: Wednesday 12 March 1–3 pm

📍Where: Level 3, Wentworth Building (G01), opposite FoodHub

The NSW Government-sponsored marathon relay and film project is calling for participants to join the marathon relay run from Canberra Parliament House to Sydney Opera House in late April/early May 2025. Lace up your shoes and join the group for a memorable running and filming experience that promotes unity and diversity.

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