精东传媒

Lessons in kindness

How Taiwan’s approach to social work is transforming UOW graduates

The return of the burn

Young people are falling back into old suntanning habits

New research to look at the best treatment for cancer survivors

UOW’s Dr Gemma McErlean is on a mission to create a better patient experience

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.

Articles

Women paving the way in science

Bianca Shepherd and Molly Kirkpatrick are proving that women belong in STEM, inspiring the next generation to follow suit.

Living the dream job

UOW graduates consistently rank among the top in Australia for employer satisfaction.* These alumni are living proof of how a UOW degree is your ticket to a dream career.

Proud times two: Dr Scott Avery on Aboriginality, deafness and advocacy

As a university student in the 1980s and 90s, Scott Avery says being deaf is something he dealt with privately. Now he is using his platform to put equity at the forefront.

Why mentoring made all the difference

At the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 (UOW), mentoring goes beyond a six-week program 鈥 it helps students discover their potential, build confidence, and gain insights from alumni. Here's how this year鈥檚 program positively impacted both mentees and mentors.

Indigenous business owner's advice for aspiring artists: "You're ready now"

Caitlin Trindall has always been creative. Some of her earliest memories involve arts and craft. 鈥淚 was obsessed with anything arty crafty 鈥 from jewellery making, drawing, painting, mosaics, scrapbooking. I went through it all,鈥 she explains.

Finding beauty in seaweed and sustainability

鈥淵ou鈥檝e got to create solutions that work,鈥 says Dr Pia Winberg, a celebrated marine ecologist, entrepreneur and graduate of the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 (UOW). Her focus on seaweed and microalgae is not just about products but a mission to address global sustainability challenges.