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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 ¾«¶«´«Ã½'s cultural identity

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.

Nurturing and educating the youngest minds on campus

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

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

Why I chose UOW

I distinctly recall the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (UOW) being one of three strong candidates for me to start the next chapter of my life and become a young adult. UOW was the perfect blend of everything I wanted. It ticked all the boxes I considered to make the most of my university experience, and there are a few reasons choosing UOW is still one of the best decisions I’ve made.

Baxter's Origin Story

In the dawn of time, around 2000 to 2007, there lived a Muscovy Drake in the kingdom of UOW. This duck, unlike his fellow ducks who still to this day attempt their raid on Subway, took pleasure in terrorising the staff and students of UOW. He was known as the UOW Evil Duck.

Maximising your Engineering Studies at UOW

Some degree structure is set in stone, but there are other options you can choose to help diversify your knowledge and enable you to work more flexibly in the workplace.

Favourite gems around ¾«¶«´«Ã½

¾«¶«´«Ã½ is best known for its beautiful beaches and lush mountains, and with an abundance of natural attractions waiting to be explored, there's always something new to discover. From secluded rock pools to lush rainforests and sweeping cliffs, these recommendations will make you feel like a local in no time.

Six things I discovered in the first weeks of ¾«¶«´«Ã½

Starting uni can be fun and scary, but you're not alone. One student shares their advice for your first weeks on campus.