SRC END-OF-YEAR CLOSURE: The SRC is closed from 5pm Friday 20th December 2024 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 7th January 2025. We will not be responding to any enquiries during this time, however, if you fill out our Caseworker Contact Form a caseworker will respond to you as soon as possible after we return. Please note that the University is closed during the same time as the SRC. These days do not count as working days when calculating University deadlines. If you are feeling sad or lonely and would like to speak to someone about the way you are feeling, a list of resources is available here.
Weekly reports from Angus Fisher President of the 97th SRC
The SRC and SUPRA have launched a petition to the NSW Legislative Assembly demanding transport concessions for all students in NSW. Sign our petition now.
“Abolish the Colleges”- a feminist call for housing justice: USyd SRC and their successive Women’s officers and collectives have called on many previous NSW Governments and Federal Governments to take the actions highlighted in this proposal. The ongoing call to abolish the USyd Residential Colleges has been a historic feminist call for justice that cannot wait.
Get involved and view the membership list of Students Against Poverty Placements (SAPP)
FoodHub, a collaboration between the SRC and USU is now on Level 3, Wentworth Building, and is open from Monday to Friday.
On the 8th of August, the university released a statement regarding the Student General Meeting that fails to address any of the concerns or arguments that were raised.
There resources available through the University and in the broader community that you might find helpful.
General Meeting of the Student Body, Wednesday 7th August 2024, Eastern Avenue Auditorium
Weekly reports from Harrison Brennan, President of the 96th SRC
One of the ways of establishing independence with Centrelink is to show that it is unreasonable for you to live in your family home
Sydney University students demand The University divest from arms manufacturing research and ties to Israel and end their complicity in genocide.
Tips an resources for staying on track with your coursework and deadlines
Our Caseworkers provide FREE, independent and confidential advice to Sydney University Undergraduate Students.
The struggle for Palestine continues
Here's some tips to help you better prepare for exams
How to respond to an allegation of academic dishonesty
The University considers contract cheating very seriously. It puts your integrity and the integrity of your course at risk.
Centrelink is a difficult organisation to deal with at the best of times. Here are some tips on how to jump through the hoops.
A good place to start is with the Learning Hub’s information on how to make a daily timetable, for all of your classes, private study time, and other responsibilities; as well as a semester planner to map out when each of your assignments are due, so that you allow enough time to complete each of them.
If you need discontinue a subject late in the semester after the Census date, make sure you understand the rules on how to apply successfully.
This is a must-read guide for renters with tips and advice on how to ensure you know your rights and responsibilities as a renter in NSW.
All workers in Australia have the same working rights, including international students
Our solicitors provide a FREE legal service to Sydney Uni undergraduates and can help with a broad range of legal issues.
Weekly reports from Lia Perkins, President of the 95th SRC
Dont' hesitate to seek help if you feel you have a problem with drugs, alcohol or gambling.
Applying for Special Consideration, Discontinue Not Fail or Show Good Cause? Make sure you have the correct supporting documents
The SRC Disabilities Collective (DisCo) are very happy to release our Accessibility Handbook! It's a joint collaboration with Association (SUPRA) Sydney University Postgraduate Students' Association.
For the vast majority of situations, pay day loans are absolutely horrendous and best avoided.
Motion passed at the July Council meeting of the 95th SRC
Honi Soit student newspaper has been published by the SRC since 1929. The SRC also publishes a range of student handbooks and other publications.
You can maximise the likelihood of getting your bond back when you move out by doing some forward planning before you move in.
If your landlord (or their agent) lives in your home, it is likely that you are considered a boarder or lodger. There are some “principles” that outline your rights and responsibilities.
The census date for standard semesters is 31st March in first semester and 31st August in second semester. If your semester is a little different, e.g., summer or winter intensives, check your subject outline.
SRC President's Report for January 2023