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Nursing students scrub up for success

From family traditions to global connections and fresh starts – meet the UOW nursing students making a difference.

Amity Lees on finding purpose through student leadership

Guided by her growth mindset, the Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation student is ready to face the future with UOW.

Women supporting women in STEM

For more than 30 years, three UOW researchers have had each other's backs professionally and personally.

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

Carol Kiernan: “I grew up, and the university grew up with me”

From UOW student to national leader, Carol Kiernan has spent decades championing intelligence, justice, and gender equality. She reflects on her time at UOW, the power of an arts degree, and the future of education.

Lessons in kindness

Inter-cultural learning programs provide students with opportunities to step outside comfort zones, challenge assumptions, and grow both personally and professionally.

Year in Review: Highlights of 2024

Reflecting on an eventful year, 2024 has been defined by the remarkable achievements of the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (UOW) community – its staff, students and graduates.

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.

Beyond the debate

As students from around Australia gathered at UOW for a national debating championship, the spotlight was on UOW’s unique approach to debating; fostering social connections, skills development and respect above all else.

How IVF can save our most endangered frogs

Dr. Aimee Silla is using IVF and hormone therapy to help bring endangered frogs back from the brink of extinction, giving these species a hoppier future.