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Celebrating the art and stories of the Illawarra

The UOW Art Collection features thousands of works that represent and shape the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp's cultural identity

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Life lessons at the feet of grandmother mountain

Indigenous Elder Dr Aunty Barbara Nicholson has changed lives for decades from UOW to behind prison walls.

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Nurturing and educating the youngest minds on campus

Jenni Smith reflects on the privilege of helping the smallest voices create the greatest impact

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Welcome to The Stand Magazine

We showcase the impact of UOW students, teaching, research, and graduates on the world. Our mission is to share inspiring stories that educate and motivate, highlighting the transformative power of education in addressing global challenges.

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.

Articles

International, Students

UOW provides launching pad to successful nursing career

Hai Quach has wanted to be a nurse since she was a teenager.
International, Students

Five skills to learn before you move out of home

From budgeting to bulk cooking, these are the things that will make the transition as seamless as possible.

Education, Environment and Energy, Health and Medicine, International, Study areas, Science and Technology

A blueprint to change the world

The ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp is working to effect change on a global level, with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals providing a roadmap for creating a better world for all.
Health and Medicine, International, Health and Medicine, Study areas, Science and Technology

Molecular Horizons: building a dream

You could walk past the latest construction site at the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp and think that it's just another building going up, with the usual cranes and noise.
International, Law, Politics and Society, Study areas

The path to peace in Afghanistan

With an astronomical cost that rises by the day, the Afghanistan War can only end through one route - diplomacy.

International, Study areas, Science and Technology

Chernobyl: A lesson in truth

There was a time when no one knew what happened at Chernobyl. Secrets were kept, mistakes were made, and people were exposed. Now, more than 30 years later, and with the release of HBO’s successful mini-series, the disaster is once again in the spotlight.