Calling all international students to join us for a warm welcome tea where you will connect with fellow students, meet our friendly Library staff, and enjoy delicious treats – marking the start of your unforgettable USYD journey!

Location: Fisher Seminar room (218)

Welcome to Sydney! 🌟

Explore your new home with our fun sightseeing tours at USU Day Trips! They're the perfect chance to learn more about the city and make new friends along the way.

All USU Day Trips are happening at the same time on Saturday, 15 February, so please only register for one of the following:

🐨 Taronga Zoo 
Get up close and personal with Australia’s unique wildlife at Taronga Zoo. Meet koalas, kangaroos, and echidnas while enjoying stunning views of Sydney Harbour. Taronga Zoo is the perfect blend of adventure and education, offering the chance to learn about conservation efforts and see animals from around the world.

🧺 The Rocks Markets & Picnic 
Every Saturday Aussies head to this market to enjoy delicious food and shop for unique, locally crafted items. But it’s not just about the market! After shopping, join us for a picnic with the most iconic view. We'll also have some games and entertainment, so you can meet new friends all whilst exploring the beautiful city of Sydney.
Please note: The picnic will be cancelled if the weather is not suitable.

A hired bus will transport you to the location; however, we kindly ask that you arrange your own return journey.

🐟 Sea Life Sydney Aquarium 
Dive into an underwater world right in the heart of the city! Sea Life Sydney Aquarium is home to thousands of marine creatures, including sharks, rays, and penguins. Walk through stunning underwater tunnels, learn about Australia’s diverse marine life, and experience the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef without leaving Sydney.

A hired bus will transport you to the location; however, we kindly ask that you arrange your own return journey.

🖼️ Madame Tussauds Sydney 
Rub shoulders with your favourite celebrities, sports stars, and world leaders at Madame Tussauds Sydney! Strike a pose with lifelike wax figures, from Aussie icons like Chris Hemsworth to international superstars. It’s the perfect spot for fun photos and a light hearted day out with friends.

A hired bus will transport you to the location; however, we kindly ask that you arrange your own return journey.

Sign up now to secure your spot and discover Sydney in the most exciting way! 🗺️

This event is for USU Members only! USU Membership is free for all USYD Students. Click here to join now! 

USU is holding a massive party for international and domestic USYD students to kick off the semester! 🎉

Come along to Manning Bar for an unforgettable evening where you can meet new friends from across the globe, score free food (first come, first serve), awesome drink specials, lively music and so much more!

Let's make this a night to remember as you start your exciting university journey!

Please remember:

This is an 18+ event, so you must bring a valid physical ID to the venue. 

Valid physical IDs include:

• Passport
• International Driver's License
• NSW Permitted ID (NSW Photo ID Card)

 Please note: Student ID cards will NOT be accepted. Photos of ID will NOT be accepted.

This event is for USU Members only! USU Membership is free for all USYD Students. Click here to join now! 

At this online event you will learn more about the Sydney School of Public Health School and what it means to be a Public Health student.

Explore the Library's technology spaces - ThinkSpace and CreateSpace. Join our introductory session about the space and learn about our creative technologies from 3D Printers to Sewing Machine!

Location: ThinkSpace, Jane Foss Russell Building

Explore the Library's technology spaces - ThinkSpace and CreateSpace. Join our introductory session about the space and learn about our creative technologies from 3D Printers to Sewing Machine!

Location: CreateSpace, Room 417, Susan Wakil Health Building, D18

Join us for a special welcome lunch to meet your peers and university staff over a a catered lunch to celebrate the start of semester 1, 2025 at our Westmead campus. Open to Nursing and Dentistry students studying at the Western Sydney (Baludarri) Precinct. Please RSVP by 12th February.

Join us for a ½ hour tour to see the simulated ward, Media Lab and the Makers Space in the Westmead Innovation Centre!

Dates: Week 1 - Week 3
Location: Careers Lounge, Basement Level, University of Sydney Business School, Building H70

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Work-integrated learning (WIL) provides opportunities to work on real-life projects with organisations through placements and consulting projects, while earning credit towards your degree.

Come along to our drop-in sessions to find out more about our Work-Integrated Learning programs and how to apply:

• Week 1: Tuesday 25 and Thursday 27 February, 1 – 4 pm
• Week 2: Tuesday 4 and Thursday, 6 March, 1 – 4 pm
• Week 3 Tuesday 11 March, 1 – 4 pm
• From Week 4 to Week 13: Wednesdays, 2 – 3 pm during teaching weeks.

No booking required. 

Most assignments ask you to write critically. Develop your skills in critical writing with our workshop. Whether you are new to critical writing or are seeking to expand your critical writing skills, this session is for you. Explore the various forms of critical writing and equip yourself with the techniques to create a solid and reliable structure. Learn how to select appropriate language resources that allow you to consolidate and grow your critical writing skills. 

About to tackle your first assignment? Come along to Your Library: Assignment Basics and we'll introduce you to the best ways to search for and evaluate the information you need.

Location: Fisher Library Room 210

About to tackle your first assignment? Come along to Your Library: Assignment Basics and we'll introduce you to the best ways to search for and evaluate the information you need.

Get to know your Library! This is a beginner's guide on how and where to get things done across our libraries and spaces. It will include a short tour of Fisher Library.

Get to know your Library! This is a beginner's guide on how and where to get things done across our libraries and spaces. It will include a short tour of Fisher Library.

Location Fisher Library Room 210

Get to know your Library! This is a beginner's guide on how and where to get things done across our libraries and spaces, with a focus on accessibility options and services for students living with disability.

This session will be delivered online and in-person. For those attending in-person, it will include a mobility-accessible short tour of Fisher Library.

Get to know your Library! This is a beginner's guide on how and where to get things done across our libraries and spaces, with a focus on accessibility options and services for students living with disability.

This session will be delivered online and in-person. For those attending in-person, it will include a mobility-accessible short tour of Fisher Library.

Get to know your Library! This is a beginner's guide on how and where to get things done across our libraries and spaces. It will include a short tour of Fisher Library.

Location: Fisher Library Room 210