50 Voices stories
Articles
A decade of play
We all have a favourite toy from childhood. A beloved object we remember with fondness and nostalgia. A special place where we liked to play with family and friends. For many families across the Illawarra, those memories live on at the Early Start Discovery Space.
Celebrating 50 years of partnership between BlueScope and the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp
From steelworks to lecture halls, the connection between BlueScope and the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp has been built on a shared vision for the Illawarra. For John Nowlan, a current BlueScope executive and proud UOW alumnus, that relationship has been more than professional - it’s been personal. Together, the two institutions have helped shape the Illawarra as an economic powerhouse.
How UOW shaped Maree's path and purpose
It all began during her days as a curious and compassionate arts and law student at UOW.
Glen Moore: Pioneer of one of Australia's most innovative science spaces
For more than 50 years, Illawarra local Glen Moore has been a passionate advocate for making science and technology accessible to the community. His enduring commitment to opening minds to broader realities and higher possibilities has had a wide-reaching and lasting impact.
Ella Young’s UOW: Community, connection, and clarity for the future
2025 marked the final year of Ella Young’s undergraduate journey at the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp. As she looked ahead, she was confident the next phase would be shaped by the same sense of community and connection that had defined her time at UOW.
Professor Ken McKinnon: The visionary who shaped UOW's future
Emeritus Professor Ken McKinnon’s legacy as UOW’s second Vice-Chancellor remains profound and far-reaching. As the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp celebrates its 50th anniversary, he reflects on his time here and vision for UOW's future.