Moving far away from home for university
How to cope with the change of scenery
Most Instagrammable Spots in the Illawarra
Living in Wollongong has some picture-perfect places.
The (renewable) power of exercise
The future of wearable tech is here, and it’s being built at the University of Wollongong
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Articles
Arts and Culture, Student stories
Aussie Slang you need to know at UOW
Every country in the world has its own lingo and Australia is no different. Here is our official UOW Aussie slang guide.
Health and Medicine
What’s in a vape?
Vapes were promoted as a way to quit smoking, but now the trend is in a league of its own.
Features
Three organisation tips for the new school term
Don't let clutter and never-ending to-do lists shake your confidence. Keep on top of your schoolwork with these straightforward organisational tips.
Environment and Energy, Features, Health and Medicine, University
The (renewable) power of exercise
Imagine charging your phone by going for a run. That’s the concept behind Dr Fatemeh Mokhtari’s project intertwining renewable energy, tech and activewear.
What happens at Open Day
Like getting a spoon of ice cream before committing to the whole cone, Open Day is your chance to get a taste of UOW student life.
Business and Economy, Features, Science and Technology, Stories
Growing globally, working locally
For Scalapay, the fast-growing Australian e-commerce company, the world is its oyster, but the Illawarra is its home