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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
Research
A decade of play
We all have a favourite toy from childhood. A beloved object we remember with fondness and nostalgia. A special place where we liked to play with family and friends. For many families across the Illawarra, those memories live on at the Early Start Discovery Space.
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.
Arts and Culture, Law, Politics and Society
How UOW shaped Maree's path and purpose
It all began during her days as a curious and compassionate arts and law student at UOW.
Alumni, Science and Technology
Glen Moore: Pioneer of one of Australia's most innovative science spaces
For more than 50 years, Illawarra local Glen Moore has been a passionate advocate for making science and technology accessible to the community. His enduring commitment to opening minds to broader realities and higher possibilities has had a wide-reaching and lasting impact.
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.
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.