A legacy of hope

Remarkable researchers forge ahead in their tireless pursuit to fight MND

Why Omega-3s are essential for heart health

Retired Olympian Duncan Armstrong works with UOW sports physiologists to optimise his lifelong heart health

Branching out: Growing UOW’s global reach in Dubai

Professor Mohamed-Vall M. Salem Zein has helped guide UOWD's success in transnational education.

A legacy of hope

Remarkable researchers forge ahead in their tireless pursuit to fight MND

Why Omega-3s are essential for heart health

Retired Olympian Duncan Armstrong works with UOW sports physiologists to optimise his lifelong heart health

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

Nursing students scrub up for success

To mark International Nurses Day, we shine a light on the people behind the scrubs – the dedicated nursing students who are turning their passion for care into a purpose-driven career.

Women supporting women in STEM

For Distinguished Professor Sharon Robinson, Professor Martina Sanderson-Smith and Dr Tamantha Stutchbury, the University of Wollongong (UOW) is more than just a campus or a workplace.

Anuradha Gupta: Global health trailblazer

From UOW MBA graduate to a champion of global health, Anuradha Gupta's journey demonstrates how a strong academic foundation combined with compassionate leadership can transform millions of lives across developing nations.

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.

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

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

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.