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
Business and Economy
The Airbnb effect
When a business conference saw all San Francisco hotel rooms occupied, two roommates decided to rent out air mattresses on the floor of their apartment.
Environment and Energy, Law, Politics and Society, Students
Our future in their hands
They’re in their early twenties, fresh-faced but also fiercely committed and hopeful that together, they can change the future of our climate
Environment and Energy
The 3 of us: Crystal Arnold, Jennifer Atchison & Anthony McKnight
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is home to many high achieving PhD students who are working towards solving real world problems. Behind every great PhD candidate is a great supervisor (or two).
Innovating urban governance
As cities face more complex challenges – from COVID-19 to climate change, from housing affordability to technological transformation —the expectations on urban governance have steadily increased. Plenty of evidence suggests that cities are responding with governance innovations that draw on new ideas, practices and collaborators that will steer urban development and everyday life in new directions
Environment and Energy
The two of us: Michael Adams and Freya Croft
The University of Wollongong (UOW) has so many high achieving PhD students, working towards solving real world problems. Behind every great PhD candidate is a great supervisor (or two). We hear from both to understand their perspective of the post graduate journey.
Environment and Energy
The three of us: Pauline McGuirk, Gordon Waitt & Hilton Penfold
The University of Wollongong (UOW) has so many high achieving PhD students, working towards solving real world problems. Behind every great PhD candidate is a great supervisor (or two). We hear from both to understand their perspective of the postgraduate journey.