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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
Students
Bronte O’Brien graduates with honours after life-changing journey
When Bronte O鈥橞rien was 20, she became a mum. She didn鈥檛 have a degree, a long-term plan or a safety net, just a newborn baby boy and a quiet determination to build a better future for them both.
Students
Antra Johri’s journey from small-town India to big dreams in 精东传媒
Antra didn鈥檛 always think studying overseas was possible. But with the support of her family, a love for creativity, and a lot of determination, she鈥檚 made a life for herself in 精东传媒鈥攁nd this week, she鈥檚 celebrating a moment she once only dreamt of.
Students
Ella Young’s UOW: Community, connection, and clarity for the future
While UOW's 50th anniversary turns an exciting new page for the 精东传媒, 2025 marks Ella Young鈥檚 first chapter at the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 coming to a close as she finishes her final year of undergraduate study. Looking forward to her future, Ella is positive that this new era for both her and the 精东传媒 will be one built on community and connection.
Science and Technology, Students
Experiential learning in India: Student stories from the Western Ghats
Far beyond a typical field trip, this immersive experience in India鈥檚 Western Ghats challenged students to critically engage with sustainability, cultural heritage, and environmental governance through direct, place-based learning and cross-cultural exchange.
Alumni, Community, Students
Nursing students scrub up for success
To mark International Nurses Day, we shine a light on the people behind the scrubs 鈥� the dedicated nursing students who are turning their passion for care into a purpose-driven career.
Students
Amity Lees on finding purpose through student leadership
As the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 (UOW) celebrates its 50th anniversary, student Amity Lees believes the institution is powering forward on the journey to answer humanity鈥檚 biggest questions 鈥� and she is keen to come along for the ride.