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Arts and Culture, Community
Books that have shaped us: ABC Illawarra and UOW book club
University of Wollongong (UOW) creative writing and English literatures academics join ABC Illawarra’s Nick Rheinberger to discuss the books that changed how they think and see the world.
Health and Medicine, Students
A dream, decades in the making
After years of sacrifice working overseas to support her family, nursing student Lily Caguimbaga has become the first international student at UOW Bega Valley to complete a Bachelor of Nursing while working full-time. The milestone was made possible through a South Coast partnership.
Health and Medicine, Research, Science and Technology
Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-ageing: The healing power of seaweed
Researchers are using a unique Australian seaweed that mimics the biological functions of human skin to develop sustainable, regenerative wound-healing solutions for complex skin injuries and burns.
Environment and Energy, Science and Technology
Mapping a SAEF future in science
A love of nature has pushed Cassie Newman to embrace even the most unexpected opportunities, taking her from the beachside outer suburbs of Auckland to the sub-Antarctic islands, the University of Wollongong and, hopefully one day, Antarctica.
Community, Students
Your guide to the new UOW Liverpool campus
With classes kicking off inside Liverpool Civic Place, students are excited for what’s to come.
Students
Mastering the job interview
Every career starts with an interview. Learn how to prepare, perform, and avoid the common mistakes made to help you on your next career path.