Arts Abstract by SASS Publications

SYDNEY ARTS STUDENTS SOCIETY

THE GUIDE TO ALL THINGS USYD ARTS

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ARTS ABSTRACT:

Acknowledgement of Country This first edition of the Arts Abstract was edited, compiled, and published on the occupied lands of the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. Sovereignty was never ceded, and occupation is violent and ongoing. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we study, work, and gather on. We pay our respects to First Nations peoples and their Elders past, present, and emerging. We recognise the inextricable connection between the Dreaming, the land and the waters of this beautiful place, upon which the University of Sydney was built without consent, compensation, or treaty. This land has always been a learning space for many First Nations peoples, and as students we can draw strength and guidance from First Nations knowledge, one of the oldest knowledge systems in the world. As we learn and teach on these lands, we remind ourselves that we will never know how much knowledge has been lost since European invaders deprived the First Nations peoples of their land. This land always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following section may contain the names and works of people now passed and resting in the Dreaming.

CONTENTS 03 PRESIDENT'S

WELCOME 56 FASS+SASS RESOURCES 13 CAMPUS GUIDE 29 STUDYING WITH A DISABILITY 38 WOM*N IN ARTS 49 BIPOC STUDENTS 67 QUEERING THE MAP

PRESIDENT'S WELCOME Hi! I'm Angelina and I'm the 2022 President of the University of Sydney Arts Students Society ('SASS'). I'm incredibly excited about the upcoming year and to introduce you a little bit to what studying Arts and student life looks like. It can get hectic, but there's something quietly wonderful about the strangeness of it all. SASS is the official society of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. We are passionate about emboldening the value of Arts. Our degrees are crucial to ensuring critical thinking, creativity, and innovation. Whether you are majoring in something you've wanted to for years or you're figuring it out as you go, the Arts will provide you with an insurmountable level of understanding about the world. Education for education’s sake. I study a Bachelor of Arts and Advanced Studies and I major in History and International Relations. I adore my degree. What's made that value more visible to me are student societies with teams filled with passionate and wonderful people. This year and every year, SASS aims to provide accessible, vibrant, and holistic student experiences that showcase the tenacity and diversity of our Arts degrees while providing a wide range of events to facilitate community, inclusivity, and just a whole lotta fun. From events ranging from career panels to pub crawls to fetes with fairy floss and pockets of happiness, we hope to bring some fun events to brighten your time here. Boring you with my love of Arts probably strays from what is supposed to be a heavy promotional activity as I ask you to join our society and come to our events. The truth is, we all experience our own versions of university. So get involved with student life if you want to, and don't if you don't, or just get involved when you feel like. The 60,000 of us studying here have drastically different experiences and each complements the other and is worth just as much.

PRESIDENT'S WELCOME Onto other things. This very first edition of the Arts Abstract is a guide to encompass a bit of everything an eclectic definition of what it means to study Arts at USyd in 2022. The Arts Abstract is for those who have never been able to breathe in the wood-ish air of a Quad lecture theatre, have never skipped a tutorial by accident by overstaying a quick coffee break at Courtyard, and for those who are after an idea instilled through movies and novels; a genuine campus experience. It's also a guide that covers much more than just student life, with important resources and contacts, giving a perspective on every individual who studies arts; to thriving as a student with a disability, from a diverse background, women and gender diverse individuals, and queering the map for the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

In here, are things you can refer to whenever you need. In here, are things I wish I knew when I was 17, not worrying about who-to-contact-for-what because an older version of me might figure it out. I hope you find it useful in some way. Make your time here what you want it to be. Romanticise it. Hate it. Treasure it. Whatever it is, you'll be just fine. We're all going to keep figuring it out as we go. ANGELINA GU President, Sydney Arts Students' Society 2022

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WELCOME FEST + BBQ GALA DAY FIRST YEAR WELCOME 1978 JOURNAL CALLOUT WELCOME TO UNI EVENT FIRST YEAR SASS CAMP INTERFAC PUB CRAWL LOST YEARS PARTY WATTLE JOURNAL CALLOUT SASS PUB CRAWL COFFEE @ COURTYARD MID SEM PARTY SASS @ HERMANNS ANNUAL SASS CRUISE SIP AND POTTERY SASS @ THE DENDY STUDY W/ SASS END OF SEM PARTY ARNA JOURNAL CALLOUT

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WELCOME DAY COURTYARD DRINKS INTERFAC TRIVIA BACK TO UNI PARTY SASS PUB CRAWL

JOURNAL LAUNCH WOM*N'S CLOTHING DRIVE PRIDE PICNIC + FASS TRACK SASS ON ICE (SKATES) 7 8 SASS @ MARLY BAR INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL 8 BREAK MID SEM PARTY 9 WOM*N'S CAREER PANEL HALLOWEEN PARTY 10 SASS ANNUAL BALL 11 SIP AND PAINT 12 STUDY W/ SASS NOV MOVEMBER STUVAC END OF SEM PARTY

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KEY DATES AND LINGO Census date The date when your enrolment in a unit of study becomes final. This means the unit of study will appear on your transcript and you are liable to pay fees.

SSAF

KEY DATES

The week before the official exam period at the end of Semesters 1 and 2.

SENILDAED TNEMLORNE

Stuvac

Short for 'Student Services and Amenities Fee' which is charged each semester and goes towards services you can use including, legal services, student life activities, and mandatory training.

Core Unit A compulsory unit of study that you need to complete to be awarded a particular degree.

Mid Sem Break One week each semester, where no classes are taught. You can use this time to catch up on readings, assignments, or just have fun!

Simple Extension In FASS, you can get a 2-day extension for assignments for most units, which is called a 'simple extension'. Just email your tutor to ask for permission!

Daily Planner SCHEDULE

DATE: S M T W T F S

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TO DO LIST

2022 SASS TEAM PRESIDENT

Angelina Gu

VICE PRESIDENT EXTERNAL

Jamaica Leech

VICE PRESIDENT INTERNAL

Zara Thompson

SECRETARY

Trinity Kim

TREASURER

Aashrit Ganda

SOCIALS DIRECTOR

Luke Binyamin

SOCIALS DIRECTOR

Tara Luckock

SPORTS DIRECTOR

Nicole Pan

SPORTS DIRECTOR

Tom Martin

PUBLICATIONS DIRECTOR

Angela Xu

PUBLICATIONS DIRECTOR

Frankie Rentsch

SPONSORSHIP OFFICER

Justina Hua

FIRST YEAR OFFICER

Adam Fiertl

MARKETING/ DESIGN OFFICER

Gaby Wong

MARKETING/ DESIGN OFFICER

Miranda Cao

IT OFFICER POSTGRADUATE OFFICER DISABILITIES OFFICER ETHNOCULTURAL OFFICER WOM*N'S OFFICER QUEER OFFICER SPORTS SUBCOMMITTEE

Zac Pitkethley David Delprat Tom Cleary Ben Jorgensen Annalise Schwarzova Isabella Henderson Christine Lai George Ge

WOM*N'S SUBCOMMITTEE

Alice Park Katelyn Williams Lara Braga

SOCIALS SUBCOMMITTEE

Auria Nunes Alexandra Caddy

MARKETING/ DESIGN SUBCOMMITTEE

Ruby McGinty Andrew Nguyen Melody Wong Joan Yan

FIND OUT

ANHS1601

ANHS1600

24cp

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Society, Knowledge and Self

6cp

Exchange summer intensive ✔

Year 2 Year 4

Year 5

Year enrolled in this degree:

Total credit points:

Tips and Hints: Have all three documents open at once - your handbook, the degree pathway guide and your Self-Degree Check! Make this template work for you, you might need to spread your major's units of study over different rows in later years to make it fit - that is perfectly normal! Digital copy not helping you? Print it out! Use different colours to group units of study.

Step 4. If you still need help or further clarification about your degree plan, book in to meet with a FASS Academic Advisor : sydney.edu.au/students/course-planning/academic-advice.html#fass Email yourAcademic Advisor your completed Self-Degree Check and bring it along to your meeting!

Step 3. To complete your Self- Degree Check: •Fill in the units of study you have already completed and tick them off. •Then, fill in the units of study you plan to complete in future semesters (making sure you are meeting all the requirements of your degree).

Step 2. Use the degree pathway guide closest to your degree to build your degree check and inform how to complete the columns and rows: https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/11647/files/18548209?wrap=1

Step 1. Refer to the Handbook of the year you enrolled in your degree: sydney.edu.au/handbooks/

How to complete your FASS Self-Degree Check

Year 3

Refer to the Handbook of the year you enrolled in your degree: https://www.sydney.edu.au/handbooks/

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Reality, Ethics and Beauty

PHIL1013

PHIL1011

Introduction to Crime and Criminology

Exploring Criminal Justice

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CRIM1001

CRIM1002

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Foundations for Foundations for Ancient Greece Ancient Rome

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Language and Social Context

Structure of Language

Degree name:

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OLEs

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core units

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How to complete your FASS Degree Check Guide

Year 2 Year 3

Refer to the Handbook of the year you enrolled in your degree: https://www.sydney.edu.au/handbooks/

Degree name:

Total credit points

(Dalyell, Exchange)

Other

Major 2 / Minor

/Electives / Minor

OLEs

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core units

Program / Major

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Year 1

Your FASS Self-Degree Check

Year enrolled in this degree:

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Year 4

Year Year55

WELC OME

FIRST YEAR OFFICER INTRODUCTION

CONTRIBUTORS SASS TEAM

GETTING FROM PLACE A TO B NAVIGATING CAMPUS

STUDYING ON CAMPUS WHAT TO DO+ONLINE UNI

CAMPUS FOOD+DRINK BEST PLACES TO GO

STUDENT LIFE CAMPUS LIFE+ORGANISATIONS 'Home' by Ibrahim Khan, Arts/ Law III

LECTURES+TUTES TIPS AND TRICKS

ESSAYS+NOTES TIPS AND TRICKS

ACADEMIC RESOURCES FACULTY CONTACTS AND STUDY PROVISIONS

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR DEGREE A GUIDE

INTERNSHIPS, EXCHANGE, PROJECTS OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPLORE

WELC OME

FIRST YEAR OFFICER

Hi team! My name is Adam and I am truly so excited to be here and have you reading our Welcome Week Guidebook. I am a second year Media and Communications, third year Arts student and I cannot wait to meet all of you and share some of the wisdom that I have learnt over my past three years at this wonderful University. A little bit about me, personally, I have an acute passion for music and a crippling addiction to Glucojel jelly beans. I sell hand cream for a job and hold to a very high standard the softness of my hands. I have been a first-year three times in three different degrees so I really understand how anxiety-inducing it is to come into a completely new world. I am here to (literally, if possible) hold your hands and guide you all to make your transition into Uni as easy and painless as possible. Here’s to 2022, I’ll see you out there. ADAM FIERTL First Year Officer, Sydney Arts Students' Society 2022

CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS SECTION

ADAM FIERTL

JAMAICA LEECH

Korean, Media and Communications

American Studies, Politics and International Relations

First Year Officer

Vice President External

TRINITY KIM

ZARA THOMPSON

ANGELINA GU

International Relations and Nursing

Psychology and Politics

History and International Relations

Secretary

Vice President Internal

President

GETTING FROM PLACE A TO B Campus is scary. There is no need for me to elaborate – and so we have decided to point out some of the focal and most important places for FASS students. Refer below! Social Sciences Building

Fisher Library

Eastern Avenue Carslaw Theatre Holme Building

Old Teacher's College

Footbridge Lecture Theatre

Lawbry The Quad

UNIVERSITY CAMPUS MAP

Great Hall

Victoria Park

Chau Chak Wing Museum

LOST ON CAMPUS

An app that helps you find places in USyd! Super useful resource that gets us through Semester 1!

SASS ON SOCIALS

JOIN FOR FREE

Studying? On? CAMPUS? Every stock image proves our campus is beautiful and an absolutely insane place to be able to study and learn. But we've been largely away from it for the past few years and we really do miss it. We'll do our best to provide you with as many resources as possible in this section of the guidebook so that if we are in fact on campus (or online), you can keep referring to the Arts Abstract when you need!

USYD ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES UNDERGRAD HANDBOOK The handbook provides you with the rules and requirements of your degree and its components – majors, minors, and units of study. It should be read in conjunction with the advice found in your Sydney Student unit of study selection screens. While online systems will help ensure you meet these rules and requirements, it is also expected that you are familiar with these so you can make informed enrolment decisions accordingly.

Unit outlines are a key source of information to help you understand what you will study, how you will learn and the way in which you’ll be assessed in a particular unit of study.

welcome guides STNEDUTS LTNI

CITSEMOD

USYD ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES POSTGRAD HANDBOOK

find a unit of study outline

ONLINE UNIVERSITY Going into 2022, the SASS exec are very dubious about our capacity to have a wholly in-person learning experience. I (Adam), for one, am finishing off my Korean major all online this year and would like to impart some emotional and peer-reviewed guidance on the Zoom-life. Still try to get onto Campus as often as possible

despite having Zoom tutorials - there is nothing more fun than sitting next to your friends in person while on the same Zoom, we highly recommend it. Use your time effectively - although all classes may not be in

person, assignments and workloads will remain the same. Do whatever you can to stay motivated whether this is timed study sessions, forcing yourself to go to the library or using your favourite snack as a reward.

Stay active - it may sound like rather preliminary advice but

being online can really hinder our desire to stay moving and so I always recommend taking walks to destress in between classes. Your body and mind will thank me later. 'Yassified SASS Owl' Artwork by Grace Lagan, Economics/ Law III

CAMPUS EATZ N' DRINKZ

There is no better way to find respite between lectures and make new friends then over some much-needed food! USyd has heaps of great options for you and your friends to snack out at and we’re here to help with the good from the great! Heading into this section it is very important for us to avoid bias, however, I will be putting some of my well-frequented and favourite spots to hangout and eat.

P.S don’t forget to claim your USU points for great rewards and discounts!

RAB&TNARUATSER

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FAVES:

COFFEE, PASTA, PIZZA

Photo by: StudentVIP

A personal favourite and quite literally my second home. At Courtyard, you can get genuinely high-quality woodfired pizza and pasta every single day. Heaps of vegetarian and vegan options too. As an ex-café worker I hold coffee to a high regard and I must say Courtyard has some of, if not the, best coffee on campus!

TASTE

MUST TRY:

BAGUETTE

ANY BAGUETTE OR PIE

Housing an eclectic food court with Sushi, Chinese and more as well as a bar on its top level with to-die-for fries and weekly shows, Manning House is always the place to be!

HERMANN'S BAR

MANNING HOUSE

Having become quite literally idolised on campus, the baguettes at Taste offer an amazing lunchtime meal that can be taken and eaten at some of the tables outside or on the Law Library grass. From beef to roasted veggie baguettes, there is something for everyone! But get in quick because the line gets hella long during lunch.

Photo by: Sydney Coffee Nerd

Hermann’s often puts on live music, dance, and comedy showcases so be sure to stay up to date on the latest!

BROADWAY If no food venues on campus are speaking to you, you can always pop down to Broadway Shopping Centre for a quick bite to eat. It's only a 10 minute walk from campus through Victoria Park with a ton of great options including GYG, sushi, Boost Juice, and honestly anything you can think of!

C A M P U S L I F E

SYDNEY ARTS STUDENTS SOCIETY 'SASS' FOR SHORT!

First Year Camp / Welcome Back to Semester Party / Gala Day / FASS Careers Talk / Annual Cruise / End of Sem Ice Skating / First Year Picnic / Lost Years Party / SASS Annual Ball / Pub crawls / Interfaculty Sport / Book Club / + more!

BECOME A MEMBER - JOIN FOR FREE FACEBOOK @sydneyartssociety

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY UNION (USU) USU provides key programs, services and facilities that enhance campus life for the many thousands who join and interact with USyd. The USU manages all clubs and societies and assists them in hosting events for members and students! The USU is also responsible for a lot of cafes, bars, and spaces on campus!

You must join the USU in order to join any club or society on campus including SASS! Membership is FREE for every single person and comes with rewards including cheaper tickets to SASS events. You can become a member of the USU online by visiting their website.

STUDENTS' REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC) The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) is the peak representative body for over 35,000 undergraduate students at USyd. ACADEMIC+WELFARE CASEWORK STUDENT REPRESENTATION FREE LEGAL SERVICE SRC office bearers and collectives The SRC's solicitors provide free Free, independent, confidential, legal advice and a referral service advocacy, and advice for USyd campaign on a range of issues undergraduates important to students including: to undergraduate students at USyd.

Education / Wom*n’s / Indigenous / Queer / Environment / International Students

Academic rights & appeals / Police & court matters / Traffic / special consideration / Immigration law / Consumer Academic misconduct & rights / Employment Law / dishonesty / Centrelink / Tenancy

LECTURES & TUTORIALS1000 TIP: Don’t sit in the first three rows of the lecture theatre – standard USyd practice. Or do, your lecturers will appreciate it!

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Always attend the first lecture Maybe you’ll meet good friends or maybe you’ll ... either way it is so important to start getting your bearings from your first lecture.

Don't be afraid to skip a lecture Most lectures in FASS are recorded and put online on Canvas within the day or hour! You can always watch it back in 1.5x speed later when you can. Remember - this is for lectures only! Go. to. your. tutes.

Find a note-taking system that works for you If you want to write, write. If you want to type, type. Spend some time figuring out what works best for you - you might even do a different method depending on your class! Experiment with apps! Do the lot!

Only write what isn't on the PPT – you will fall behind the slides Consolidate and refer to slides later you may be intimidated by everyone frantically writing notes even before the lecturer has started but just remember to go at your own pace.

Organise your Semester The weeks of uni start to get intense really quickly, and it can often feel like playing catch-up. To save yourself some time with the admin side of playing catch-up, make sure you organise your notes/essays/readings by either week or by content detail and definitely by unit of study (make sure you know their codes too! e.g. FASS1000).

ESSAYS & NOTETAKING2000 K.I.S.S. - Keep it simple, stupid. DO NOT overcomplicate your essay. Tutors will be marking hundreds of essays and do not want to get lost deciphering what you are trying to write. Shorten sentences and use clear, concise language.

Refer to the question This may sound acutely obvious but you will be surprised by how easy it is to veer off course. Make sure you have a developed thesis that not only builds on the question but answers it. Referring to your thesis every paragraph also means referring to the question so it is a win win!

Adapt depending on the unit

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Each major has it's own quirks in how it prefers you to approach essay writing. For example, you could write as metaphorically and as beautifully as you do in one major - let's say History - and then get the opposite advice for another unit in a different major! Always chat to your tutor if you're unsure and always take on feedback - and apply it to that particular major.

Reference correctly References can either really boost an essay’s mark or hinder it so triple check your in-text references, or footnotes, as well as those in the reference list!! Cannot emphasise this enough. If you need help referencing, refer to USyd’s referencing guide which can be found via the USyd Library website. Each major has a different preference for citation style too, so make sure you double check!

Find good sources You do not have to read whole books, but learn to scalp through texts and find the most important things. I always recommend looking in the bibliography of prescribed texts to find strong, related sources.

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ACADEMIC CONTACTS+

RESOURCES

School of Economics Head of School Professor Garry Barrett garry.barrett@sydney.edu.au Student Enquiries economics.enquiries@sydney .edu.au

School of Philosophical& Historical Inquiry Head of School Professor Keith Dobney keith.dobney@sydney.edu.au

Student Enquiries sophi.enquiries@sydney.edu.au

For details about a specific stream coordinator

School of Languages & Cultures

Head of School Professor Yixu Lu yixu.lu@sydney.edu.au Student Enquiries slc.enquiries@sydney.edu.au

SCHOOL OF LITERATURE, Sydney College of the Arts ART AND MEDIA Head of School Head of School Associate Professor Ian Maxwell ian.maxwell@sydney.edu.au Student Enquiries slam.enquiries@sydney.edu.au

School of Education and Social Work Head of School Professor Deb Hayes .au deb.hayes@sydney.edu

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Mr Andrew Lavery andrew.lavery@sydney.edu.au Student Enquiries sca.enquiries@sydney.edu.au

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL&POLITICAL SCIENCES (Acting) Head of School

Professor Rodney Smith rodney.smith@sydney.edu.au Student Enquiries ssps.enquiries@sydney.edu.au

The USyd Learning Hub offers academic writing workshops and consultations. So reach out to them if you are struggling with any of the following: writing assignments understanding assignment feedback time management and study skills thesis writing

The University of Sydney has actually quite a great support system when it comes to asking for assignment extensions and special considerations. Most important to know, there are two main types of extensions available for students undertaking a unit within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences:

SPECIAL SIMPLE EXT CONS For

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more info about simple extensions

CHANGING YOUR DEGREE Accepting that your degree may not be perfect for you, can be a tough concept and so changing can be a really difficult decision. It doesn’t help that USyd has made switching degrees incredibly tedious and difficult, however, there are some ways to expedite your process:

Ensure you have a high enough WAM

TIP#1

There are cut off dates for transferring every semester. If you've missed it, don't fret! Just do classes that will count towards your new major/ degree and then apply to transfer the next Semester. You'll have the credits ready to go!

Some courses have mark cut-offs e.g. you need a distinction average (75) to transfer into a Bachelor of Psychology.

TIP#2

Sydney Student

Make sure you plan your credit transfers carefully to make sure there's enough room for you to do Honours for example! ps. do your credit application in incognito mode as the form can get glitchy!

Access Sydney Student and put in a transfer request as early as possible. Spaces fill out quicker than one might assume

Your credit

TIP#3

Organise and curate any credit points you may have accumulated from previous studies to help figure out your unit load over the next years.

There are some overlapping units that you may have already complete e.g. transferring from Arts to Arts and Advanced Studies (Media and Communications), you may have the same Arts major and will therefore be eligible to keep credit points going into your new degree.

When transferring credits, make sure in the Notes/ Additional section, you write what you are planning to transfer to and what major/s you are going to study. This will help the Credit Team decide which units fulfil 'core' criteria and which can be counted towards electives

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OLEs also can be carried as credit, so no worries, you will not have to do them again.

Applying for credit is just as needlessly tedious as changing an entire degree. Head to Sydney Student under ‘applications’ and input all of your completed Uni units (just try everything and see what they accept) and click submit this process may take up to a couple of weeks in the leadup to a new semester

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INTERNSHIPS EXCHANGE

PROJECTS

Internships, also referred to as placements, are a great way to gain real world experience in your field. At USyd, there are many opportunities in which you can undertake an internship, whether this be for credit or not. Some courses have the option or even require you to undertake an internship as part of your degree. “I undertook an internship at the United States Studies Centre. Interning 2 days a week was a great process as I applied for it like I would a real job and got to work with some wonderful people. It was truly empowering being able to apply knowledge from my degree whilst also gaining real world skills” Jamaica Leech, Bachelor of Arts (American Studies)/Advanced Studies (Politics and IR)

NYU EXCHANGE

INFO

Placements can vary from six-month scholarship programs to four-week volunteer community placements.

“In 2020, I was lucky enough to intern in Washington, D.C. for the East West Center for about 10 weeks! I lived in D.C., took amazing classes taught through the University of California. It was an amazing experience that taught me such valuable skills about what I liked about research and working and the stuff I wasn’t so interested in. It was a great experience that provided me with a rare insight into the industry I always wanted to work in and gave me insight into my own passions!” Angelina Gu, Bachelor of Arts/ Advanced Studies (History and International Relations)

The University of Sydney and New York University (NYU) have signed a partnership agreement that will give their students the opportunity to study together, take course offerings from both universities' curricula and participate in a reciprocal student exchange program. NYU welcomes University of Sydney students to its campus in New York City, as well as its global sites! Travel to New York, live there, study, and enjoy a travel-allowed student experience.

INDUSTRY AND COMMUNITY PROJECT

Similar to internships you can undertake the unit, Industry and Community Project, a 6 credit point elective unit or in some cases, core unit for most majors in 3rd year, where you have the opportunity to work on authentic problems and issues set out by industry, community and government organisations. In collaboration with the industry partner and academic lead, you will work in a group with other students from a range of disciplinary backgrounds. Together you will research, analyse and present solutions to the problems set by the external partner organisation.

DISABILITIES OFFICER INTRODUCTION

DISABI LITIES

CONTRIBUTORS SASS TEAM

DISABILITY SERVICES HOW TO APPLY

ACCESSIBLE CAMPUS LOCATIONS

FACULTY CONTACTS ACADEMIC SUPPORT

CLUBS ON CAMPUS CLUBS & SOCIETIES TO JOIN

EXTERNAL ORGANISATIONS RESOURCES OUTSIDE OF CAMPUS

HANDY APPLICATIONS APPS, TIPS, RESOURCES 'ring&fire' by Luke Binyamin, Arts IV

DISABILITIES OFFICER Hey all, my name’s Tom Cleary and I’m the Disabilities Officer for SASS this year. Being a student with a disability can be challenging. I often have to take a smaller workload and study my degree at a slower pace than most to get the results I want. I have a particular preference for a certain study area every time I’m on campus, and I often find it difficult to communicate with people in tutorials or in group work. Being a first year at uni is pretty difficult, let alone being a first year with a disability at uni. At first, campus can be a very difficult place to navigate, and adapting to your new life as a disabled uni student is a huge step up from high school. However USyd has a myriad of services, venues, societies and organisations which cater to disabled students, that will assist in your studies! I’m here to help you out with adjusting, and give you a few little tips and tricks to make your experience an easier one. The nature of disabilities is that because all disabilities are different, every single one provides its own quirks and limitations, and while my experiences are limited to being on the spectrum, I hope that this guide can help you out! TOM CLEARY Disabilities Officer, Sydney Arts Students' Society 2022

CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS SECTION

TOM CLEARY Disabilities Officer

Finance and Politics

ANGELINA GU President

History and International Relations

DISABILITY SERVICES A STEP BY STEP GUIDE The big one is Disability Services.

When you initially enrol you have the option of being able to register with Disability Services, however if you missed that, ringing them up is also easy, their number being +61 2 8627 8422. From there, you book a time to meet a Disability Liaison Officer, then have a chat about what you need. HOW TO APPLY

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Contact your health professional (e.g. psychiatrist, doctor), and ask them to complete the 'Supporting Documentation Form' Create an online profile with Inclusion and Disability Services Upload completed 'Supporting Documentation Form' to your online profile or email it to disability.services@sydney.edu.au Call or email disability services (details below) and tell them you have submitted required documents and book in your consultation Arrange a time that suits you for your consult which will last for approximately one hour

Disability Services can be a great help from my experience. Through using it, you can make adjustments to your academic study that will assist you. These include but aren’t limited to: Time adjustments Assessment adjustments Exam provisions Access to assistive technology Access to library services and accessible spaces

CONTACT EMAIL disability.services@sydney.edu.au

find out more

PHONE

+61 2 8627 8422 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

AN ACCESSIBLE CAMPUS

In life I often tend to prefer quiet spaces to noisy ones. Thankfully, study spaces are (in almost all cases) quiet spaces for me to sit on my laptop and pass the time.

You’ll get to know places like Fisher, Carslaw, Lawbry, or the Social Sciences Building, but you can usually find me sitting in ABS, the chairs are relatively new, nice and comfy and is usually the first building you see walking into USYD from Redfern which is an added bonus. If you prefer a smaller space where you can keep to yourself, Disability Services offers a standalone space for disabled students in the John Woolley Building (on Science Road), and bookable study spaces exist in nearly every building.

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FACULTY RESOURCES Faculty Disability Liaison Officers Within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, there are two Faculty Disability Liaison Officers. They are academic staff who are able to assist you if you have a query regarding: Disability support and study Understanding resources available Disability support whilst undertaking Honours Disability support whilst undertaking classes that may involve placements Any other queries related to studying Arts and Social Sciences whilst identifying as having a disability

Contact The Faculty Disability Liaison Officers are listed below. The best way to get in touch with either of them is through email. Be patient if they don’t respond quickly - sometimes it may take a few days. Feel free to follow up with another email if they haven’t responded within a week or so.

Associate Professor David Evans david.evans@sydney.edu.au

Christopher Pepin-Neff

christopher.neff@sydney.edu.au

ORGANISATIONS &CLUBS ON CAMPUS

Student Association of Speech and Hearing (SASH) The Student Association of Speech and Hearing is a society dedicated to all things Speech Pathology. SASH aims to build awareness and change within the Allied Health Community and passionately advocate for people with communication and swallowing disorders, across educational, community, justice, aged care, disability and hospital settings.

Mental Awareness and Health Society MAHSoc aims to generate greater awareness of mental health on campus and emphasise the importance of simple conversations and constantly checking in on one another.

Sign Language Society (SignSoc) SignSoc aims to encourage the learning of Auslan and understanding of the Deaf community and culture and provide an inclusive space for communication in Auslan at the University of Sydney.

USyd SRC Disabilities Collective & Caregivers Network The Disabilities Collective is an autonomous collective of the USyd SRC for undergraduate students who have a disability, defined by the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities. SRC's Disabilities & Carers

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activism,

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representation around disability justice and liberation. The Caregivers Network is an initiative for students who provide substantial informal caregiving support to friends or family members who are disabled. disabilities.officers@src.usyd.edu.au

RESOURCES Support and advocacy

First Peoples Disability Network Australia FPDNA is an organisation is governed by First Peoples with lived experience of disability. They proactively engage with communities around Australia and advocate for the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability in Australia and internationally.

Self Advocacy Sydney Founded in 1986, Self Advocacy Sydney is an organisation run by and for people with intellectual disability. We are a disability service provider that provides support to people with intellectual disability to become their own Self Advocates.

Kin Advocacy We advocate for Australians with layered disadvantages — those with disability, cultural and language barriers — to have equal opportunity for a better life. We defend your rights and empower you to self-advocate. We have the knowledge to help you make informed choices to live a life full of possibility.

Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association (NSW) The Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW (MDAA) is the peak body for all people in NSW with disability and their families and carers, with a particular focus on those from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) / non English Speaking (NES) background with disability.

RESOURCES Employ for Ability is an innovative social business focused on helping organisations understand the benefits of hiring neurodivergent people. Employ for Ability staff can provide managers and neurotypical staff with autism awareness training and coaching. Employ for Ability also works with neurodivergent individuals to provide employment coaching.

COUNSELLING AND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT Counselling and Psychological Services CAPS provides free one-on-one counselling regarding personal, academic, health, social, or psychological issues and helps connect you with relevant support options. It’s a really easy process, you apply online and set up an appointment via phone call. Zoom counselling is also offered. Phone number: (02) 8627 8433

STUDY APPS FOR ACCESSIBILITY USyd's Canvas provides information and links to built-in, free and paid/specialist accessibility apps and tools available for various applications. These resources may assist anyone who experiences difficulty or with vision, hearing, reading, writing, physical dexterity, organisation and planning due to disability and temporary or situational impairments.

WOM*N'S OFFICER INTRODUCTION

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CONTRIBUTORS SASS TEAM

WOM*N AT USYD A HISTORY OF ACCESSIBILITY

SAFE SPACES SUPPORT SERVICES ON + OFF CAMPUS

FINDING A COMMUNITY GET INVOLVED AT USYD

BOOKS BY AUS WOM*N A HISTORY + SAFE SPACES

RESOURCES RESOURCES ON + OFF CAMPUS

'Fold' by Nishta Gupta, Arts/ Law III

TW: This guide will include mentions of sexual assault and associated resources to help survivors.

WOM*N'S OFFICER The Wom*n's section of the Arts Abstract is dedicated to sharing resources, experiences and services that promote the wellbeing and safety of women and non-binary students on campus. It aims to collate an extensive guide for all women identifying people to find communities and valuable resources that the University of Sydney provides. The Arts has always been home for creativity and forward thinking, bringing together diverse communities and inspiring social change. As a faculty with a large number of women and gender diverse students, it is incredibly important to platform their experiences and perspectives to ensure education is safe and accessible for all. The University of Sydney offers a range of services to help support wom*n access education safely. With that being said, all genders can benefit from the content within this section of the guide. The Sydney Arts Student Society (SASS) is the faculty society for all Arts students at the University of Sydney. With a predominantly female exec in 2022, the society is committed to ensuring the Arts remains a safe space for all students. If you see me around campus come say hello! If you have ideas for SASS and would like to reach out please email me at womens@usydarts.com ANNALISE SCHWARZOVA Wom*n's Officer, Sydney Arts Students' Society 2022

CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS SECTION

ANNALISE SCHWARZOVA Wom*n's Officer

ZARA THOMPSON Vice President Internal

Psychology and Politics

Sociology, Media and Communications

ALICE PARK

KATELYN WILLIAMS

Wom*n's Subcommittee

Criminology and Law

WOM*N AT USYD A HISTORY OF ACCESSIBILITY USyd was one of the first universities in the world to admit wom*n into university on equal terms with men in 1881 on a unanimous decision by the university’s Senate. In 1885, the first two women graduated from the Arts Faculty, one of whom included Mary Brown (BA, 1885). Felcia Corowa was the first known First Nations woman to be admitted to USYD in 1965. In 1969, Dame Leonie Judith Kramer became the first woman professor at USyd, teaching English. She was later appointed the first female chancellor of the university in 1991. According to university admissions, more women are enrolled in USyd than men, which has been the case since 1990.

DEPARTMENT OF GENDER AND CULTURAL STUDIES USyd’s Gender and Cultural Studies Department has a rich and radical history, who in 1974 protested for the first women’s studies course at USyd to be invoked, “Women and Philosophy” (Honi Soit, 2021). If studying wom*n’s issues are of interest to you, consider taking Gender Studies as a major or minor, or even taking them as Arts elective units. You can find out more information about the department and their philosophy via the QR code below.

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SAFE SPACES ON CAMPUS

Manning House

The Wom*n’s Space is located on level 1 in Manning House. It's a safe space for wom*n and female identifying students that provides facilities for wom*n to use for quiet study, breastfeeding, meetings and women’s events. The space follows recommendations from the Wom*n’s Department of the National Union of Students to ensure wom*n’s safety and comfort on campus.

Parent Rooms

Abercrombie Building, Level B2, Room B2001 Charles Perkins Centre, Level 4, Room 4002 Education Building, Level 4, Room 454 Fisher Library, Level 3 (main entry level) Social Sciences Building, Level 2 Wentworth Building, Level 3, Room 3.31

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Parent rooms are located all over campus. If you need help identifying suitable areas where you can breastfeed and/or express and store breast milk you can contact Diversity and Inclusion at diversity.inclusion@sydney.edu.au

Child Care Facilities

The University runs a USYD Student Parents and Carers Network. This network group can help you to develop friendships, share experiences and advice with other students who have children in their care. The childcare facilities available on or near campus can be accessed below: SUPMAC RAEN ERACDLIHC

FINDING A COMMUNITY

Societies to Join

Network Of Women (NOW) Queer Revue Society Queers Of Colour Stucco Housing Co-operative Society Shades Sex and Relationships Society USYD Women and Diverse Genders in Maths Society - WÄMSOC

Women in Economics and Business Women in Engineering (SUWIE) Women in Science Society (WISSOC) Wom*n's Revue Society Women in Technology

SEITEICOS & SBULC

Want to check out more that USYD societies have to offer? Here's a link to the USU site with the full list of all the clubs and societies USYD has to offer!

Women's Collective - WoCo The University of Sydney Women's Collective is a feminist collective of students dedicated to anti-colonial, anti-capitalist and intersectional feminism. The Women’s Collective is a horizontal autonomous organising space for radically left-wing feminist activism. WoCo has organised at the University of Sydney for over 50 years, primarily focusing on activism against sexual violence on and off campus, and for abortion access and reproductive justice. WoCo offers a space to engage with feminism on campus.

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USYD RESOURCES The University of Sydney offers a wide range of services to support students. They are valuable resources that are made for students to access! All support services provided by the University are LGBTIQ inclusive.

Health Services The University of Sydney Health Service is located on level 3 of the Wentworth Building on the Darlington Campus. They offer same day appointments and offer Bulk Billing with Medicare. You can also attend the clinic without an appointment where you will be assessed by nurses. Some of the services they offer include: Women’s health Advice on contraception and sexually transmitted diseases, including HPV Assistance with emotional and personal difficulties Opening hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday Website: sydney.edu.au/students/health-services Phone number: +61 2 9351 3484 Address: Butlin Ave, Level 3 Wentworth G01, University of Sydney Camperdown

Counselling (CAPS)

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Psychological

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CAPS provides free one-on-one counselling if you have survived sexual assault and helps connect you with relevant support options. They also provide counselling for general mental health support, if course work or life is getting a bit overwhelming reach out! It’s a really easy process, you apply online and set up an appointment via phone call. Opening hours: 9am-4pm Monday to Friday Website: https://www.sydney.edu.au/students/counselling-and-mental-healthsupport.html Phone number: (02) 8627 8433 Address: Level 5, Jane Foss Russell Building, City Road, University of Sydney

USYD RESOURCES

Safer Communities Office

Safer Communities Office staff are specialist staff members experienced in providing an immediate response to people that have experienced sexual misconduct. They can provide information about the services available and assist you to access the support you need. You can make an appointment on the phone or email. Opening hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday Email: safer-communities.officer@sydney.edu.au Phone number: +61 2 8627 6080

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Sexual Assault Service Counselling and medical services are available for anyone who has been sexually assaulted. Campus Security can arrange transport to RPA. They are located on the ground Floor of the KGV Building Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Missenden Rd, Camperdown. 24 hr service Phone number: +61 2 9515 9040 (mon-fri) After hours: +61 2 9515 6111

You can find more support and resources here:

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NSW Rape Crisis Centre

EXTERNAL RESOURCES

24/7 telephone and internet counseling services for any individual who has experienced, or is at risk of experiencing sexual assualt, family or domestic violence. Counselling can be extended to non offending friends and family members Phone: 1800424017 Website: http://www.nswrapecrisis.com.au/Home.aspx

1800 656 463 Domestic Violence Hotline

132111 Child Protection Helpline

Women’s Legal Service NSW Provides free legal services to disadvantaged women across New South Wales The Indigenous Women’s Legal Program offers free confidential legal information, advice and referrals for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in NSW with a focus on domestic violence, sexual assault, parenting issues, family law, discrimination and victim’s support. The Domestic Violence Legal Service offers free confidential legal information, advice and referrals for women in NSW with a focus on domestic violence and Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders. They offer general casework and legal advice

Phone: 1800424017 Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–1pm & 2pm–4.30pm Phone: (02) 8745 6900

Specific Contacts: Women’s Legal Advice Line: 0287456988

First Nations Women’s Legal Contact Line: 0287456977 Domestic Violence Legal Advice Line: 0287456999

EXTERNAL RESOURCES 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732

Domestic Violence Hotline

Immigrant Women's Speakout Association They provide advocacy, support, education and information to women of nonEnglish speaking backgrounds in NSW and encourage culturally and linguistically diverse women through attempts to decrease violence, oppression, exploitation, and discrimination.

NSW Health Sexual Assault Services Offer 24 hour medical care, forensic tests, crisis counselling by specially trained professionals and can assist in initiating legal action and contacting the police.

Address: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (Missenden Road, Camperdown NSW 2050) Phone: 0295156111 Address: Royal North Shore Hospital (Building 30, Block 1A, Pacific Highway, St Leonards 1A) Phone: 0299267111

Sydney Sexual Health Centre They provide services for sex workers, individuals living with HIV, Aboriginal and Torress Strait Islanders and young people They offer services like:

Phone: 0296358022

Phone: (02) 9382 7440 Web: www.sshc.org.au Address: Sydney Hospital, Nightingale Wing

STI/HIV and pregnancy testing, as well as treatment, advice and support Safer sex information and free condoms The "morning after pill" and talk about better contraception methods e.g. "the pill" Hepatitis and cervical cancer vaccinations Advice about relationship and sexuality issues Counselling

BIPOC IN ARTS INTRODUCTION

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY SASS TEAM

CONTRIBUTORS SASS TEAM

SAFE SPACES FIRST NATIONS AND ETHNOCULTURAL

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS RESOURCES AND SUPPORT

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES GET INVOLVED AT USYD

WATTLE SASS BIPOC JOURNAL

'With a cup of tea, I am fulfilled' by Angela Xu, Arts/ Law III

BOOKS BY BIPOC AUSTRALIAN AUTHORS BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS

UNITS OF STUDY TO EXPLORE CLASSES TO TAKE

ORGANISATIONS MENTAL HEALTH

GET INVOLVED ORGANISATIONS OFF CAMPUS

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES EDUCATION AND GROWTH

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BIPOC IN ARTS

This section of the Arts Abstract is dedicated to the sharing of resources, experiences, and services that promote the wellbeing of students who are Bla(ck), Indigenous, and/or Persons of Color (BIPOC).

We aim to celebrate all that BIPOC students and staff have contributed to Arts at the University of Sydney. The rich yet violent histories researched, studied, and lived have contributed to a sense of community, held together by shared experiences and empathy for others. The University of Sydney was founded by colonists to educate Anglo men using land and resources stolen from First Nations peoples. But, much has changed. Today, the very students kept from accessing a tertiary education in Australia, whether by the White Australia Policy or barriers to Indigenous education, are able to study the breakdown of colonialism. Particularly in the Arts, we bear witness to the decolonisation of methodology and thought, in turn challenging our own colonial mindsets. Attacks on our Arts education threaten this progress and risk once again establishing a colonial university. BIPOC students and staff on campus rarely feel that our experiences are understood fully. SASS is dedicated to being a space where all BIPOC students can feel safe and included. Furthermore, SASS aims to help BIPOC students have an enriched student experience, as being able to engage with student life in all its forms is a crucial part of anyone’s experience at University. It is difficult to preach about diversity when it often feels tokenistic and shortlived. Even dedicating this section to BIPOC students may appear to create a distinction that we are ‘the other’. It is not the intention of the guidebook to separate any of us. Rather, we hope this provides you an opportunity to understand the unique perspective from which you are able to study Arts at the University of Sydney. We hope to show you that our perspectives as BIPOC not only influences our experiences here, but also enriches them. Sydney Arts Students Society 2022

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following section may contain the names and works of people now passed and resting in the Dreaming.

CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS SECTION

ANGELINA GU

ANGELA XU

President

Publications Director

History and International Relations

Law and History

TRINITY KIM

NICOLE PAN

Secretary

Sports Director

International Relations and Nursing

Marketing, Politics, and International Relations

SUPPORT ON CAMPUS FIRST NATIONS STUDENTS GADIGAL CENTRE

The Gadigal Centre can provide all students with pastoral care, social and cultural opportunities and referrals to other support services offered by the University. We also have a dedicated postgraduate support officer to support the needs of our postgraduate and coursework students. APPOINTMENTS: Office of the DVC-ISS John Woolley Building (A20) Camperdown campus +61 2 8627 8619 support.gadigal@sydney.edu.au

support.gadigal@sydney.edu.au

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Each faculty has a dedicated Academic Advisor for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Contact The Gadigal Centre for more information on academic assistance.

MENTORING OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS (MOBS) PROGRAM

If you are in your first year of study at the University, the MOBS mentoring program can connect you with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. For more information, contact the Mana Yura Student Support team. (02) 8627 8619 support.cadigal@sydney.edu.au

THE INDIGENOUS TUTORIAL ASSISTANCE SCHEME (ITAS) ITAS is available to all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students on a case-by-case basis. Tutoring is available throughout your degree. The amount of tutoring you can receive depends on the credit point value of your subject. For example, a six credit point subject is eligible for 28 hours of tutoring per semester, or approximately two hours each week. You may also be eligible to apply for an extra five hours of exam preparation tutoring at the end of the semester. To apply, you'll need to make sure you meet the eligibility requirements and submit an online application. Tutoring can begin once the Gadigal Centre learning officer has approved your application. itas.support@sydney.edu.au for more info

FIRST NATIONS STUDENTS

SAFE SPACES

JOHN WOOLLEY LIBRARY

The Gadigal Centre student support unit in the John Woolley Building offers students access to computers, study spaces, printing and photocopying facilities, a common room and kitchen. Room, S243, John Woolley Building (A20) Staffed Hours – 9.00am-5.00pm Monday-Friday Student Access Hours – 6.00am-12.00am daily.

WINGARA MURA RESEARCH LIBRARY

The Wingara Mura Research Library is also housed in the John Woolley Building (A20). The library holds a comprehensive collection of resources relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and affairs, including rare and out of print materials, which can be accessed on-site for research. The library also provides other services including access to local and Indigenous newspapers, photocopy and printing facilities and a quiet study area, as well as an on-site librarian to help you find the items you need. Room N238, John Woolley Building (A20) Library opening hours: 9.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. wingaramura.reslib@sydney.edu +61 2 9351 7012

SUSAN WAKIL HEALTH BUILDING

The Yooroang Garang space in the Susan Wakil Health Building offers students access to computers, printing and photocopying facilities, a common room and kitchen and group study rooms with medical beds and practical medical equipment. This safe space is specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled at the Faculty of Medicine and Health. Level 1, near main entrance, Susan Wakil Health Building (D18) Opening hours: students have access to Yooroang Garang 24 hours a day, including weekends Additionally, there is a 24/7 space on level 1 within the Susan Wakil Building. This can be accessed on the grandstand side of the building.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SECAPS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT LOUNGE WENTWORTH BUILDING LEVEL 4

Our International Student Lounge (ISL) offers resources to help international students transition into life at the University of Sydney, and a place for students both domestic and international to hang out. ISL’s friendly staff have all the information students need to enjoy their time here at the university. ISL also offers weekly events and you can find out more about what ISL offers International Students.

SUPPORT SERVICES INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DROP-IN SESSIONS If you have any questions about your studies and welfare, upcoming events or would like to discuss any other concerns, you can join an International student drop-in session on Zoom. Zoom sessions are held during the semester every Thursday between 3-4pm.

Alternatively, you can contact international.support@sydney.edu.au EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR OVERSEAS STUDENTS FRAMEWORK

You have the right to a safe and enjoyable experience while you are studying in Australia. To make sure that this happens, the Australian Government has created the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) legal framework. This requires universities to provide quality education and a high level of care to overseas students on a student visa.

Redfern Legal Centre provides free, confidential legal advice to international students living in New South Wales.

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FREE LEGAL ADVICE: REDFERN LEGAL CENTRE

International students in NSW can get advice about housing problems, fines, debts, car accidents, employment, discrimination, family law, domestic violence, and complaints about colleges or universities. The Centre can also advise how these problems affect student visas. Visit the Redfern Legal Centre website to find out more about their free legal advice service for international students. Call (02) 9698 7645. Advice is by appointment on a Wednesday evening, either in person, by phone or using videolink.

To call using a free telephone interpreter, call the Translating and Interpreting Service TO ACCESS THE SERVICE on 131 450.

COUNCIL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AUSTRALIA

The Council of International Student Australia (CISA) is the national peak student representative organisation for international students studying at the postgraduate, undergraduate, private college, TAFE, ELICOS and foundation level. CISA was inaugurated on Wednesday July 7, 2010 at the University of Tasmania, Hobart through the joint efforts of the National Union of Students (NUS), Council of Australian Postgraduate Associations (CAPA) and the Australian Federation of International Students (AFIS) to form a unified voice for all international students.

visit CISA

CLUBS & SOCIETIES Afghan Society Asia-Pacific Society Arabic Languages and Cultures Society Assyrian Students Association Australian Chinese Youth Association - ACYA Baha’i Society Bangladeshi Society Buddhist Student Association of Sydney University Cambodian Society (CamboSoc) Celtic Cultural Club China Development Society Chinese Students Association CHOPSTICKS (Australian-Chinese Cultural Appreciation Society) Ekansh Indian Cultural Society French Society Filipino Student Society of USYD Greek Society German Society Hong Kong Student Association Hokkien Students Association Indonesian Student Association Iranian Society Italian Society Jewish Students, Australasian Union of (AUJS) Kiwi Students Society Korean Students Association Korean International Culture Society

TO JOIN

Malaysian Students, Association of (SUAMS) Myanmar Cultural Society Mandarin Bible Study Muslim Students' Association Mongolian Society Multiracial Intercultural Experience Society (MIXSOC) Pasifika Society Power to Change Pakistani Society PAKSOC Pan-African Association Singapore Students' Society Slavic Society Spanish & Latin American Society Saudi Students Union (SUSSU) Sri Lankan Society SOFIA Orthodox Christian Fellowship Sikh Society Taiwanese Students Association Thai Students Association Turkish Society Vietnamese International Students at the University of Sydney Vietnamese Students Association of the University of Sydney (VSA) WASABI - Japanese Cultural Society Young Australian Lebanese Association

OTHER RESOURCES

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS RESOURCES

Psychology Tools published a guide titled Living with worry and anxiety amidst global uncertainty in March 2020 in response to the coronavirus pandemic. This free guide is available for download in 43 languages. Anxiety and worry are normal responses to ambiguous, threatening, unfamiliar and unpredictable situations. Alongside other resources set out on this page, take some time to read this guide and explore the skills development exercises provided.

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY PRE-ARRIVAL GUIDE

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WATTLE Got a creative flair for writing, editing, drawing, or photography? Or simply enjoy the lure of a hardhitting article, raunchy short story, breathtaking poem, or Da-Vinci tier artwork? Lucky for you, SASS has its very own BIPOC journal, aimed at amplifying the voices of our community. One of our two autonomous journals, Wattle is made by the BIPOC University of Sydney students, alumni and staff. You can find us on our Facebook page or on the SASS social media pages. Keep a lookout for when we start recruiting in Semester 1! In the meantime, check out 2021 Wattle here: https://issuu.com/arnajournal/docs/wattle_2021

BOOKS BY BIPOC AUSTRALIAN AUTHORS

UNITS OF STUDY TO EXPLORE PHIL1012 INTRODUCTORY LOGIC

How can we know what is true and what is false? Learn how to construct a valid argument and fine tune your reasoning. GCST1601 CULTURE, POWER, IDENTITY

Explore how culture intersects with our identities and communities. How do we fit in as producers, consumers, spectators? GCST1604 RACE, DIVERSITY, DIFFERENCE

In a world increasingly encouraging diversity and representation, what are the issues of diversity related to race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexuality and dis/ability? ICLS1001 WORLD LITERATURES IN TRANSLATION

How is literature informed by differing perspectives, cultures, and national narratives? How do these affect translation studies? LNGS1002 LANGUAGE AND SOCIAL CONTEXT

How is language formed by our social context? What distinguishes the linguistic styles of ethnic groups, social groups, and areas? RLST2640 CONTEMPORARY RELIGIOUS TRENDS

Contemporary religion takes a form remarkably different to that a century prior. How have trends and practices evolved to form the religious landscape we know today? HSTY2626 FASCISM AND ANTIFASCISM

Investigate the origins of the New Right that emerged after WWI in Europe and the way they manifested in all corners of life. HSTY2700 WHAT DO WE WANT? PROTEST IN AUSTRALIA

From race relations to Indigenous issues, women’s suffrage to labour struggles in the 1900s, how has protest shaped Australia as we know it today?

CONTACT SASS SASS recognises that BIPOC students may experience discrimination and barriers of access that others would not. We are dedicated to ensuring that BIPOC students on campus are supported within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and that the unique opportunities and classes available that help us be educated on anti-colonial and anti-racist[vibes] are protected. Students are encouraged to reach out and discuss queries with Angelina at

president@usydarts.com

ORGANISATIONS HTLAEH LATNEM

DIRECTORY transhub.org.au/vitality/support || askizzy.org.au/ INDIGENOUS WELLBEING wellmob.org.au OUR DIRECTORY - MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR MOB, MĀORI AND BIPOC bit.ly/3u6Jh3F THE ASIAN AUSTRALIAN MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER LIST justshapesandsounds.com/asianaustralianmhpractitionerlist

CHINESE-SPEAKING PSYCHOLOGISTS IN SYDNEY newvisionpsychology.com.au/chinese-speaking-psychologist-sydney

SOUTH ASIAN THERAPISTS southasiantherapists.org/therapist-region/australia

EMBRACE MENTAL HEALTH - MULTILINGUAL RESOURCES embracementalhealth.org.au AFRICARE COMMUNITY SERVICES - WELLBEING FOR AFRICANS IN AUSTRALIA africarecommunityservices.org

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DEMOCRACY IN COLOUR democracyincolour.org A racial and economic justice organisation led by POC

SEED MOB seedmob.org.au Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to lead climate campaigns and projects ABORIGINAL LEGAL SERVICE alsnswact.org.au

ANTaR antar.org.au National network in support of justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples BLACK RAINBOW blackrainbow.org.au Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQ+SB ALL TOGETHER NOW alltogethernow.org.au Educating Australians about Racism

ADDITIONAL

RESOURCES AUSTRALIA DAY By Stan Grant

GUIDE TO ALLYSHIP

ANTI-RACISM RESOURCES FOR NON-BIPOC

WELCOME TO COUNTRY By Marcia Langton

QUEER OFFICER INTRODUCTION

QU EER

CONTRIBUTORS SASS TEAM

QUEERING THE CAMPUS HISTORY, SAFE SPACES, CONTENT

DISCRIMINATION SUPPORT SERVICES ON + OFF CAMPUS

GROUPS ON CAMPUS GET INVOLVED AT USYD

QUEER SYDNEY A HISTORY + SAFE SPACES

RECOMMENDATIONS BOOKS, MOVIES, MUSIC

'Four Friends' by Kate Scott

QUEER OFFICER Being queer is a gift, our perspectives are unique, creative and unseen by so much of the world. It is something beautiful and to be proud of, though being queer is often not easy, especially for those just entering university and learning to navigate a whole new chapter of their lives. Sydney and the Campus itself can be daunting - when queer people often find so much strength in community it can be difficult to break into a new one. The Arts Abstract serves as a guide for understanding USyd and those individuals looking for support and information about services and communities on and off campus. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences has always been a home ground for the queer community, a faculty steeped in creativity, bold thinking and unconventionality that stretches brains and hearts for newness. There exists a crucial sect here cultivating the ideas and cultural change we imagine for the future. In light of the recent Arts funding overhaul it is more important than ever to recognise the value that the Arts and Social Sciences play in strengthening radical thinking and creativity in young people living in Sydney - the qualities that lie at the heart of queer community and liberation. SASS is one of the biggest social societies at USyd and represents this unique cultural space that is brimming with vibrance and diversity. I believe SASS can play an important role in strengthening and fostering a queer arts community at USyd and remains committed to being inclusive and accepting of LGBTQIA+ students. If you’re an Arts student with any concerns or ideas and would like to reach out feel free to send an email at queer@usydarts.com and if you see me around campus please come and say hi! ISABELLA HENDERSON Queer Officer, Sydney Arts Students' Society 2022

CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS SECTION

BELLA HENDERSON Queer Officer --

LARA BRAGA

Wom*n's Subcommittee

Politics and International Relations and Art History

ANGELA XU

LUKE BINYAMIN

ZARA THOMPSON

Publications Director

Socials Director

Vice President Internal

History and Law

Chinese Studies, Politics and International Relations

Psychology and Politics

QUEERING THE CAMPUS A BRIEF HISTORY

Sydney has always been a bubbling pot of diversity, full of fiery protests and trailblazers fighting for queer rights and visibility. But the University of Sydney itself, nestled between the iconic queer locations of Newtown and Oxford Street, has had its fair share of queer activism worthy of the history books. The Campaign Against Moral Persecution (CAMP) was formed in 1970, aimed at advocating for an end to discriminatory practices and raising awareness of the challenges faced by the queer community. Lex Watson, a USyd alumni who transitioned into teaching Australian politics upon graduation, was one of the foundational members, serving as president in 1972. A Sydney University branch of CAMP, called Sydney University CampUS CAMP was established in 1971, despite university administrators refusing to register the group. In 1980, Watson pushed for the USyd staff union to pass a motion against LGBT+ discrimination, leading to a similar motion being passed in the NSW Trades & Labor Council. A 1973 edition of Honi Soit reveals the establishment of Sydney Uni. Gay Liberation, a branch of Sydney Gay Liberation. Filling up three-quarters of a page, it encouraged attendance at Gay Pride Week, which contained speak-outs, marches, rallies, and even dances. The branch continued until 1975, with an article in a 1975 edition of Honi stating “Gay Liberation isn’t the quietest campus group; as hopefully people will soon see.”

QUEERING THE CAMPUS A BRIEF HISTORY

In 1991, Queer Collaborations was established, serving as a national network of queer tertiary students. It originated from Sydney, growing from a state conference by Sydney-based universities to a national network. In the decades following, Sydney University activists fought for marriage equality as part of the Rainbow Campus campaign. Despite the university’s refusal to support marriage equality on the basis of apoliticism, campaigners held a wedding for 10 queer couples as a celebration of the community’s endurance in the fight for equality. Supporting them were SUPRA, the SRC, the USU, the Ally Network, and the Sydney University branches of the NTEU and the Community Public Sector Union. The journeys of queer students, staff, and alumni have been by no means easy. But, whether it’s by joining a Mardi Gras march, rallying with a queer activist group, signing up to a queer club or just existing, studying, loving, and living, we continue the rich history of queerness in the spaces of USyd.

QUEER REPRESENTATIVE

GROUPS

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC) The Students Representative Council (SRC) maintains a queer department with three officer bearers looking out for the interests and supporting queer students across campus. They are responsible for maintaining the USYD Queer Action Collective, an autonomous activist group defending queer rights and goals around campus and in the broader community through panels events and protests. They can be reached to talk about anything queer or political around campus and maintain the to Queer space on campus (see safe spaces).

REACH THEM AT: queer.officers@src.usyd.edu.au Facebook @USYDQueer UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY UNION (USU) The University of Sydney Union (USU) is a not-for-profit organisation that upholds the heart of campus life. USU provides key programs, services and facilities that enhance campus life for the many thousands who join, such as student-run societies, cafes and more. Income is reinvested back into the organisation to further build the university community; the USU celebrates the diversity of communities they engage with and delivers inclusive programs, events and services. The USU hosts events throughout the year to celebrate pride, diversity and acceptance including the Annual Pride picnic and Glitter Gala. The USU also holds a pride festival in which they hold three days of workshops, markets and more in celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community on campus.

Keep reading to view the queer friendly clubs around campus!

SECAPS E F A S

THE QUEER SPACE - MANNING HOUSE GROUND LEVEL

The Queer Space is an autonomous room open to all queeridentifying and questioning students. The Queer Space provides a safe place where all people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, or otherwise sex and/or gender diverse can relax in an accepting and inclusive environment. The Queer Action Collective holds weekly meetings to discuss how best to support the community here and there are resources and support are available. The Queer Space has been relocated to room G10, Ground floor of Manning House. Come on down whenever you like! If you have any questions or suggestions for the space, get in touch at info@usu.edu.au!

QUEER CONTENT

1978 is SASS' annual LGBT+, women's and gender diverse journal, created and published autonomously.

Homo Soit is Honi Soit's annual queer edition, published autonomously by the Queer Action Collective.

Yemaya is SULS' annual journal focused on gender and sexuality.

Gender and Cultural Studies Reading List

The Queer Welfare Handbook was published by SULS in 2020.

The Queer Arts Students Guide was published in 2021 by SASS and SHADES.

Manning House

Make sure to check it out here!

DISCRIMINATION

Attitudes towards diverse sexuality and genders have changed radically throughout the century, but despite the bold progress of the past few decades there exists discrimination against LGBTQIA+ communities. It is a fundamental human right to have equality and freedom from discrimination and young people in Australia still experience harassment and hostility in many parts of everyday life. This leads to disproportionate risks of poor mental health outcomes so it is crucial to have the information and access to resources and support. It is illegal to discriminate against someone on the basis of their sex, gender identity or sexuality under the Sex Discrimination Act of 1984. It is also against the law to vilify someone based on their sexuality, gender identity, or HIV status and to treat someone unfairly because they have made a discrimination complaint. What do I do if I experience discrimination or vilification at uni?

The University of Sydney is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment that is free from bullying, unlawful harassment and discrimination. If you are treated less favourably or unreasonably due to your sexuality, gender identity or HIV status, or have experienced harassment or bullying, you can contact an SRC caseworker or the Student Support Liaison Officers for support in making a complaint. Anything that contravenes the University’s Student Charter, Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination Prevention Policy or is unlawful will result in an investigation by the Student Affairs Unit if a complaint is lodged.

COMPLAINT PROCESS: sydney.edu.au/students /complaints/make-acomplaint

LGBTIQ STUDENT SUPPORT LIAISON OFFICERS: sydney.edu.au/students/lgbt iq-pride-network/lgbtiqsupport

SRC CASEWORKER 9660 5222 (9am-5pm Mon-Fri) help@src.usyd.edu.au

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SUPPORT SERVICES& RESOURCES ON CAMPUS

The University of Sydney has a diverse range of support groups and services for queer students around campus. Students can engage with many different supportive resources from the university as well as direct support from the SASS Queer Portfolio. COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS)

For students Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS) can help with personal issues that may or may not be affecting study. CAPS provides professional and confidential psychological and mental health services that are freely available. They offer both face-to-face counselling and telecounseling appointments by phone or zoom and webinar workshops. Just complete a CAPS Booking Request Form or contact them below. After hours support is also available from the University’s mental wellbeing support line where you can speak with a counsellor after 5pm to 9am Mon-Fri and 24hrs on Sat-Sun including university close-down periods and on public holidays. For after hours, call 1300 474 065 or text 0488 884 429. CONTACT

02 8627 8433 from 9am to 5pm, Monday- Friday

UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICE

Doctors and allied healthcare on campus are based on Level 3 in the Wentworth Building. The University Health Service offers bulk-billed appointments with doctors five days a week. Other services include vaccinations; women’s health; sports medicine; pathology testing; and clinical psychology services. For immediate emergency support, Campus Security can be contacted 24/7 on (02) 9351 3333 CONTACT 0293513484 sydney.edu.au/healthservice/services/ THE PRIDE NETWORK

Pride Network is a network of queer and allied staff and students across the entire University of Sydney. The members available for contact have completed training and can support queer staff and students in a safe and confidential environment. They run meetings, events, training and have been a part of the Sydney and Gay Lesbian Mardi Gras since 2015.

sydney.edu.au/students/counsellingand-mental-healthsupport

CONTACT

Booking Request

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SUPPORT SERVICES&

RESOURCES OFF CAMPUS Sometimes you might face discrimination or harassment in a workplace or personal setting outside of university. Support is still available for you and can be reached in many different avenues in Sydney.

COMMUNITY SERVICES Twenty10 – a community-based, nonprofit, state-wide organisation providing a range of support services for people of diverse genders, sexes and sexualities, their families and communities. — twenty10.org.au ACON – a Sydney based not-for-profit that actively promotes LGBT and health, and runs regular workshops targeted at providing support and health awareness. — 1800 063 060 acon.org.au QLife - Australia's first nationallyoriented counselling and referral service for people who are LGBTI. — 1800 184 527 qlife.org.au Female to Male Australia - This network is the largest membership based network of men who identify as transsexual and offers accurate, relevant and timely information about transitioning. — ftmaustralia.org

The Gender Centre - services for the transgender and gender diverse community, their partners, family members and friends including accommodation, counselling, education and training. — 9569 2366 gendercentre.org.au Organisation Intersex International Australia - a national body by and for people with intersex variations, promoting human rights and bodily autonomy for intersex people and providing information, education and peer support. — oii.org.au Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome Support Group Australia (AIS) - a peer support information and advocacy group for people affected by AIS and/or related intersex variations, and their families. — aissga.org.au Ankali - The Ankali Project trains and supports volunteers who then provide emotional and social support to people living with HIV. — 9332 9600

Minus 18 - Australia's largest youthAustralian Lesbian Medical Association led network for LGBTI youth, providing (ALMA) - a supportive network for lesbian support and peer mentoring to LGBTI doctors, medical students and their young leaders. partners. — — minus18.org.au www.almas.org.au/

HEALTH Gay and Lesbian Counselling Service of NSW -Volunteer-run community service providing telephone counselling, information, referral and support to the LGBT and related communities. — 8549 9596 NSW Sexual Health Clinics - For information about NSW Sexual Health Clinics and to find your nearest sexual health clinic. — 1800 451 624 health.nsw.gov.au/sexualhealth/pages/sexual health-clinics

National LGBTI Health Alliance The national peak health organisation in Australia for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programs, services and research focused on LGBTI and other sexuality, gender, and bodily diverse people and communities. — lgbtiqhealth.org.au 8568 1123

STUDY AND EMPLOYMENT

The Pinnacle Foundation - providing scholarships to LGBTI+ students who are marginalised or disadvantaged. — thepinnaclefoundation.org/

Pride in Diversity - the national notfor-profit employer support program for LGBTI workplace inclusion, specialising in HR, organisational change and workplace diversity. — Australian LGBTIQ University guide- This prideindiversity.com.au guide provides information about how well Australian Universities cater to the Out for Australia - supporting and needs of LGBTI students through things mentoring aspiring LGBTIQ like inclusive policies, staff training and professionals as they navigate their providing information, resources and way through the early stages of their support for LGBTIQ students. careers. — — lgbtiuniguide.org.au outforaustralia.org

RIGHTS Human Rights Commission - identifies and builds community awareness around the human rights issues faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex people and makes it unlawful to discriminate against such persons. — The Inner City Legal Centre (ICLC) provides free and confidential legal service statewide for the NSW LGBTIQ community. They also run the Safe Relationship Project, which assists LGBTIQ individuals who are experiencing or escaping an abusive relationship.

Anti-Discrimination Board promotes anti-discrimination, equal opportunity principles and policies throughout NSW and administers anti-discrimination laws of the state. — Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby (GLRL) - advocates on behalf of lesbians and gay men. They also provide educative resources on gay and lesbian rights to the media, policy makers and the community.

SOCIETIES TO JOIN QUEER-FOCUSED SHADES

SHADES organises fun and casual social events for LGBTQIA+ students and allies. In the past, SHADES has hosted Hot Queer Summer parties, Gaymes nights, trivia nights, and coffee catchups. Check them out at: facebook.com/sushades QUEERS OF COLOUR (QOCO)

QOCO creates an environment for queers of colour, where all are free to explore both their LGBTQIA+ and their cultural identities. They host social events, Q&A’s, competitions, and more! Check them out at: facebook.com/usydqoco QUEER REVUE

Queer Revue celebrates queer culture through an annual comedic production at the Seymour Centre. It involves queer students in all aspects of production, including acting, dancing, design, and writing. Check them out at: facebook.com/usydqueerrevue SYDNEY UNIVERSITY POSTGRADUATE REPRESENTATIVE ASSOCIATION (SUPRA) QUEER EQUITY NETWORK

SUPRA represents postgraduate students at USyd and elects Queer officers to advocate for queer students. They coordinate and maintain a Queer Equity Network, which is an autonomous space that aims to provide a platform for socialising, connecting, distributing equity-related information, and facilitating a forum for representation. Check them out at: facebook.com/groups/29072994259 You can also contact the Queer officers at: queer@supra.usyd.edu.au

FACULTY-RELATED SYDNEY UNIVERSITY LAW SOCIETY (SULS)

SULS has a dedicated queer portfolio, which organises queer mentoring programs, panels, and social events. Check them out at: suls.org.au

USYD QUEER STEM (QUEST)

QUEST caters to queer STEM students (although all are welcome!), organising social events, peer mentoring, and even chill study sessions! Check them out at: facebook.com/suqueerstem USYD WOMEN AND DIVERSE GENDERS IN MATHS SOCIETY (WⱯMSOC)

W Ɐ MSOC aims to create a friendly and inclusive environment for women and gender diverse students who study maths, organising social events, study sessions, and career development events. Check them out at: facebook.com/usyd.wamsoc

ACTIVIST COLLECTIVES STUDENTS’ REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC) QUEER ACTION COLLECTIVE (QUAC)

The SRC represents the interests of undergraduate students at Usyd. Queer officers are elected annually to maintain QuAC, which advocates for queeridentifying students on campus. QuAC is an autonomous group and engages with issues both within the university and in our broader community, working with campus queer groups and community organisations alike. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/USYDQueer/ You can also contact the Queer officers at: queer.officers@src.usyd.edu.au

SPECIAL INTEREST SIGN LANGUAGE SOCIETY

SignSoc encourages the learning of Auslan and brings about an understanding of the Deaf community through sharing culture and picking up new language skills. An inclusive space for communication and learning. SignSoc includes classes for all skill levels, conversation groups and bake sales! WASTE FIGHTERS SOCIETY

Looking after the environment and living a more sustainable lifestyle is what Waste Fighters Society is all about. Reduce waste on and off campus and meet some new friends! Waste Fighters society run social events throughout the years including informative workshops, talks, stalls, cleanups, clothes swaps and more Check them out at: facebook.com/usydwastefighters

COLLECTIVES Enviro Collective Wome*ns Collective Disability Collective

ARTS AND THEATRE Sydney University Musical Theatre Ensemble Sydney University Drama Society Sydney University A Capella Society (Barbersoc) Sydney University Movement and Dance Society

Arts Revue POC Revue Science Revue Wom*ns Revue

SPORT

University of Sydney Roller Derby League Bouldering society Sydney University Rockclimbing and Mountaineering Club Women's AFL

QUEER SYDNEY HISTORY AND QUEER SPACES

Queer communities everywhere have become enmeshed into the urban landscape, and Sydney is no different where in some inner-city suburbs have become interchangeable with ‘gay’ ‘lesbian’ and ‘queer’ sexualities. Gay villages and neighbourhoods have been the fabric of queer life in Sydney, linked to celebrations like Mardi Gras and attracting creative and alternative class to vibrant street scenes and diverse residential populations. Sydney’s well known historical queer space is the precinct around Oxford Street that cuts through Darlinghurst, Surrey Hills and Paddington. This Inner East suburb adjacent to the CBD hosts a concentration of nightlife running along Oxford street including multiple bars, clubs, cafes, sex shops, and alternative clothing stores. This scene extends queer venues, services and residents out towards the surrounding neighbourhoods of Darlinghurst, Surry Hills, and Potts Point. While male homosexuality still remained illegal in New South Wales until 1984, the first LGBTQIA+ night clubs on Oxford Street, the Ivy’s Birdcage and Capriccio, both opened in 1969, paving the way to what would’ve been known as Sydney’s gay “Golden Mile” by the 1980s. This queer scene has long been associated with gay men, though other queer sexualities are present and thriving within it.

'Gay Opera House' Artwork by Grace Lagan, Economics/ Law III

The inner-west suburbs however such as Leichhardt and Petersham proved to be a safe haven for queer women, trans people and queer subcultures as it acted as the centre for feminist politics, activism, sex and romance. By the early-2000s an alternative and grunge queer space had emerged from Newtown’s King Street focused on a stretch of four kilometres from the CBD through Camperdown, Erskineville, Enmore, Leichhardt and Marrickville. This queer space accompanies more diverse sexualities and gender identities including a strong focus on lesbians and trans people in contrast to Oxford Street and is seen as more broadly inclusive of the LGBTQIA+ community. Mixed venues with weekly queer nights like the Newtown Hotel’s drag shows and The Bank Hotel’s Birdcage and Wednesdays being considered a lesbian night in Newtown as well as singular gay venues such as the Imperial Hotel make the Inner West a hub for queer subcultures. This queer friendly inner West is continuing to expand, diverging south-west from Newtown towards Marrickville transforming queer spaces in Sydney to include not just the Inner East but a haven of queer culture within the Inner West too. Though queerness is changing and there is a present fear in the decline of traditional queer spaces amid the gentrification of inner-city suburbs, Sydney’s queer community is immutable and will always find people and places to call home.

SOURCE: https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Sydneys-LGBTQneigbhorhoods-inner-east-and-inner-west_fig1_265167004

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To Be Alone With You - Sufjan Stevens Running Up That Hill - Kate Bush If I Was Your Girlfriend - Prince Queer - Garbage Fell In Love With a Girl - The White Stripes SASSQUEER Carrie (I Want a Girl) - Moaning Lisa PLAYLIST Not Worth Hiding - Alex the Astronaut Jesus Don’t Like That I'm Gay (But Satan’s Cool With It) - Lil Boodang Pussy is God - King Princess i wanna be your girlfriend - girl in red Party Pill - Cub Sport

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D D O O R R II A A N N E E LL E E C C T T R R A A

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LUKE’S PICKS FROM DORIAN:

Adam and Steve, Flamboyant and Ram It Down.

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Chase Icon came onto the music scene after her hilarious videos, and voice that sound similar to Lady Gaga. Chase exudes confidence, which is explicit in her music. While she has a small discography, her first song SRS is a hyper pop dream. As a transwoman, Chase is the perfect addition to any queer-identifying person playlist.

LUKE’S PICKS FROM CHASE ICON: SRS, High-Speed Chase, Domination Big Freedia is a must know of the queer music scene, making appearances on songs with Lady Gaga, Charli XCX, Rupau, Keshal and other big names. As a rapper, a song featuring Freedia is bound to be good, songs Freedia features on such as Stupid Boy by Slayter is a key example of the attitude and bop that she can B BIIG G deliver. Judas (Big Freedia Version), Stupid

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Q U E E R A R T I S T S

SKOOB

SASS BOOK CLUB For the first time, SASS in 2022 will be organising a book club , reading books by Australian authors in all genres! We'll be meeting at various locations across campus every few weeks and we'll update our website and Facebook page with what book we will be reading! Every so often we'll also head out to Dendy's Newtown for a movie screening! Keep updated on our Facebook and find out when we launch. We hope to see you there reading some of the books featured in this section and throughout the Arts Abstract.

SLAICOS NO SSAS

SASS would like to give our sincere thanks to everyone who worked so hard in making this first Arts Abstract a reality. The value of an Arts education is insurmountable. We thank each and every person who fought and continues to fight to uphold education for education's sake. Higher education teaches us to dissent, to call out wrongdoings, and to defend our futures. The continued fight to save the Arts in Australia and relentlessly defend the concept of university as more than an institution of job creation, is perpetual. Attacks on our education, staff, and treasured Academics within the Arts and Social Sciences will maim the ability for us to critically think and engage with the world around us. We implore you to recall the value of the Arts and Social Sciences with you along every step of your journey. And we urge you to speak boldly in it's defence.

The Arts Abstract was written and designed entirely by Arts students at the University of Sydney, who everyday, dedicate their time to improve the student experiences of all Arts students. The Disabilities, Wom*n, BIPOC, and Queer sections were edited entirely autonomously by identifying students studying Arts. This edition was funded entirely by the University of Sydney Arts Students Society.