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The power of writing and reading
On International Literacy Day, three authors reflect on what they have gained from a love of reading.
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The Stand exists to unlock the knowledge and expertise inside the University of Wollongong (UOW), telling stories about our people and their accomplishments that inform, educate and inspire. This magazine was born out of a renewed sense of place, purpose and values that will guide the University in fulfilling its role in exploring how to resolve society’s large and complex social, environmental and economic challenges.
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Articles
Students
Answering parent FAQs about UOW
You asked, we’ve answered! Here is what parents want to know about UOW.
Students
What it’s like to win a year of free accommodation at UOW
This time last year, Niamh Mitton won a year of free accommodation at Kooloobong Village. We asked her how everything has changed since then.
International, Students
Home away from home
Leaving home at 17 is a challenge in itself, but when you relocate to a new country on your own, the challenge becomes even tougher.
International, Students
A place to call home
Meet the local families opening their homes to international students.
Community
The social network
On the surface, uni might seem like a simple means to an end: go, get a degree, graduate. However, what UOW grad Stef Posthuma discovered – like most students – is that uni can enrich your life in so many ways. For Stef, the connections and friendships he made while studying at UOW set him up for the life and success he has now.
Why students love campus living
You’ve almost finished school, learnt to make your bed, and are ready to fly the nest. It’s time to do some adulting and pick a place to live. Here are 7 reasons why UOW students love campus living as they begin their exciting new chapter at university.
Why living on campus was the best decision I've ever made
Madalyn Date felt nervous moving four hours away from home to live on campus at UOW. But after making a bunch of new friends and sharing some good times, she’s so glad she did.
6 things I discovered in the first weeks of university
Starting university can be fun and scary at the same time. But, you're not alone, and you'll find plenty of support along the way.
Alumni
Mem Fox on mice, migrants and the magic of reading aloud
At the time, a young, unpublished Mem Fox was sending her first manuscript out to publishing houses, hoping to add Hush the Invisible Mouse to the landscape.
Moving far away from home for university
From the country to the coast, what moving away from home for study is like and how it also affects parents.
My first month living on campus
For most students, living on campus or in student accommodation is the highlight of their university experience and it all seems to come down to that sense of community. Whether it's heading out to different places in the Gong with massive groups of friends, finding a study buddy, or lending your neighbour a frypan - we asked two students about their first time living on campus.