2021

Articles

4 things to look for in uni rankings

When choosing a university or a degree, rankings can give you insights to help with your decision-making. But it can be confusing, with all the different rankings systems, including domestic and international ones. Depending on what’s most important to you, these are the four things you should look for:

2021: The Year in Photographs

It was a strange and surreal 2021 for many, with lockdown defining the latter half of the year. UOW photographer Paul Jones shares his best images of the year.

Generations of change

It's rare to get three generations worth of perspective on a relatively unchanged experience. But the three intersecting pathways that Pauline, Melissa, and Maddie Lysaght took to UOW over five decades reveals how some things on campus change—and others don’t change at all. This is their story.

Building a business from campus-up

Nik Preiner and Nathan Hancock met within their first hours on the ground at UOW. Over a decade later, the best mates and business partners haven’t had a moment to look back.

The future of education is already here

The main role of modern education is to support the next generation of youth in taking on our brave yet slightly broken world

How education changed Joe Chicharo’s life

Professor Joe Chicharo OM can remember the first moment he saw Wollongong, the city that would come to serve as the backdrop of his life.

Meet the UOW researchers broadening the scope of mental health research

Associate Professor Kelly Newell and Dr Katrina Green are dedicated to understanding the differences between the brains of people with and without mental illnesses.

What to expect at UOW Orientation week

As exciting as O-Week sounds, it can also be a bit overwhelming for both Australian and international students, as we adjust to the new norms of university life and enjoy more flexibility as young adults. From informative presentations hosted by current students and faculties, to live music, fun activities and so much FREE food, here are some of the highlights of my O-week experience.

10 ways to organise student life at UOW

10 tactics that have helped me become a more organised student.