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50 Voices
This year, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebrations, we have launched 50 Voices - a content series that celebrates the people who have made UOW what it is today. From labs to libraries, lawns to lecture theatres, hear unique stories from students, staff, alumni, donors, and community members who have had a lasting impact.
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Community
5 tips for maintaining resilience, from UOW experts
Since the start of 2020, we have collectively experienced the stress and anxiety of a global pandemic. And while uncertainty lingers, it's important to maintain resilience, be that in recovery from the pandemic, or in preparation for what the future holds.
Community
Beauty in the small things
A pandemic leaves an imprint. No matter how close your experience to the impact.
Community, Arts and Culture
Lisa's using laughter to cope with crisis
In a world full of COVID-19 news, ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp student Lisa Hughes believes laughter is the best medicine.
Community, Arts and Culture, Environment and Energy
Helping Country to heal after fire
Led by ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp researcher Dr Anthony McKnight, a team of staff, students and community members are helping flora and fauna on Yuin Country in the Snowy Mountains to recover from the summer’s devastating bushfires.
Community
Celebrating IWD 2020 - Each for Equal
The UOW Linking Women Network along with the Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Wellings, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) Professor Jennifer Martin, celebrated IWD2020 with the campus community at an event where staff shared personal stories and insights, and the Executive launched new strategies and programs to target gender equality, diversity and inclusivity at UOW.
Community
The future of Port Kembla
Professor Chris Gibson, and Drs Chantel Carr and Andrew Warren (UOW) are working on an historical – geographical project to investigate the past, present and future significance of Australian industrial landscapes. It focuses on a crucial trading zone and one of the nation's most significant industrial precincts, Port Kembla.