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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.
Articles
Business and Economy, Community
Celebrating 50 years of partnership between BlueScope and the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒
From steelworks to lecture halls, the connection between BlueScope and the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 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鈥檚 been personal. Together, the two institutions have helped shape the Illawarra as an economic powerhouse.
Community
Graham Lancaster’s golden rule
UOW honours a tireless advocate, mentor and leader who鈥檚 still giving back while facing the challenge of Motor Neurone Disease
Community
Emma McKeon honoured at UOW
The uni pool was cold at 5am in winter. The days were long. But for a young Emma McKeon, training at the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 (UOW) meant more than braving chilly mornings, the occasional twig in the lane and endless laps under her coach-dad鈥檚 watchful eye 鈥� it was a daily lesson in perseverance.
Community, Education, International
It seems impossible until it’s done
New Vice-Chancellor on science, service and why listening comes before leading
Community
Professor Ken McKinnon: The visionary who shaped UOW's future
Emeritus Professor Ken McKinnon鈥檚 legacy as UOW鈥檚 second Vice-Chancellor remains profound and far-reaching. As the 精东传媒 celebrates its 50th anniversary, he reflects on his time here and vision for UOW's future.
Community
Pride and diversity: Centring all voices through intersectionality
This Pride Month, 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 (UOW) experts explore how intersectionality deepens our understanding of inclusion鈥攈ighlighting the diverse voices within LGBTIQ+ communities and why true equality means centring every identity, story, and experience.