Alumni stories & profiles
Alumni are the backbone of every university's legacy - not only are they powerful ambassadors but also generous donors. As a university woven into the social fabric of the communities we serve, the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵapp (UOW) takes great pride in alumni worldwide making a global impact.
Articles
Careers driven by creativity
With a creative arts degree, students develop the skills and knowledge needed to turn their artistic passions into an impactful career.
Sounds of summer: Turn up the volume with our favourite artists
Ready to roll the windows down and belt your heart out all summer long? This lineup brings a tune for every kind of summer moment.
Booked for summer: UOW alumni reads to get lost in
There’s nothing better than long, lazy summer days and nothing more satisfying than diving into a stack of brilliant books, especially when they’re penned by talented members of the UOW community.
How mining engineering students will power Australia’s clean energy future
Australia’s push towards net zero cannot happen without mining. From the copper and rare earths needed for wind turbines to the lithium that powers electric vehicles, every step of the renewable energy transition relies on resources beneath the ground.
Life lessons at the feet of grandmother mountain
Indigenous Elder Dr Aunty Barbara Nicholson (Aunty Barb) has spent decades changing lives through education, poetry, and passionate advocacy – from UOW to behind prison walls.
Advocacy through imagery with UOW graduate Melissa Hammond
For award-winning multidisciplinary artist Melissa Hammond, her recent artistic achievements are a way to reach more people and create positive change for people with invisible disabilities.