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
Law, Politics and Society
Transforming legal minds
For many students a law degree is a pathway to a traditional career in legal practice. But for UOW graduates a unique elective is rewriting that script.
Alumni
Hometown heroes: Regional teachers making a local difference
The 精东传媒 of 精东传媒鈥檚 Master of Teaching program is making an impact in regional communities by enabling teachers to live, work, and study close to home. Michael Clark and Jessica Stuart share their inspiring journeys.
Alumni, Environment and Energy
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.
Students
Starting uni next year? Here's what not to worry about
Whether you鈥檙e looking to study straight out of high school or returning after a break, starting uni can be daunting. To help ease your concerns, we spoke to four current UOW students to get their recommendations for a smooth start to uni.
Alumni
The power of cultural learning and teaching
For primary school teacher Kye Foster and university lecturer Dr Anthony McKnight, education is much more than what is taught in the classroom.
Alumni, Health and Medicine, Students
The passion powering tomorrow's nurses
To mark International Nurses Day (Sunday, 12 May), we asked past and current UOW nursing students to share their inspiring journeys, aspirations, and the driving force behind their choice to embark on a career in nursing. Embracing newfound opportunities in pursuit of a dream, their stories portray an authentic fulfillment in caring for others.