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Donna Tonkin: Rural medicine, reinvention and resilience

Navigating personal challenges and career detours, Donna Tonkin found her true calling in rural medicine at UOW.

The power of two: Grace McCarthy and Payyazhi Jayashree’s impact on UOW

An instant connection sparked a collaboration that has made UOW’s Business School a leader in transnational education

Meet the artist behind UOW’s Disability Guide cover

Tracy Davis on art, inclusion and finding her passion

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

World Autism Day: UOW graduate Zoe Simmons on the power of advocacy

Growing up, Zoe Simmons thought her experiences of sensory overwhelm, aversion to certain textures and noises, extreme anxiety, and difficulty with social cues was something everyone experienced.

Your path to uni as a non-school leaver

Discover how the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ supports non-school leavers in pursuing their dream careers. This guide offers insider tips, bridging courses, and financial aid options to help you start your undergraduate journey at UOW.

Artificial Intelligence expert Dr Susan Zhang’s bold futuristic outlook for UOW

Dr Susan Zhang has grown and flourished alongside the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (UOW). Over seven transformative years she has earned three degrees, met four Chancellors and become an integral part of the UOW community.

HSC parent survival guide

As a recent Year 12 parent, I’m happily passing the torch to you with my top survival tips. Here are our top tips on how to support your child through the HSC, maintain self-care and keep stress levels in check.

Mitch Hoskins: A former officer's new mission towards healing

A former police officer turned psychology student, Mitch Hoskins is on a mission to support first responders and his community. As UOW marks its 50th anniversary, Mitch is more determined than ever to make a lasting impact.

Vivid Sydney’s Gill Minervini on finding the write path

2025 is a milestone year for Gill Minervini. As Vivid Sydney’s Festival Director, she prepares for its 15th anniversary while reflecting on another key milestone—her creative journey that began in a eucalyptus-lined classroom at UOW.