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.
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Arts and Culture, Alumni
Booked for summer: UOW alumni reads to get lost in
There’s nothing better than long, lazy summer days and nothing more satisfying than diving into a stack of brilliant books, especially when they’re penned by talented members of the UOW community.
Business and Economy
A business born at UOW
Even before graduating from the University of Wollongong Charlotte Adams, had already founded OBTAIN SOCIAL, a thriving digital marketing business born from a university project. Her passion for storytelling, strategy, and brand identity transformed classroom lessons into the foundation of a rapidly growing career in digital media.
Community, Education
The gift that transformed early childhood play
When Christopher and Barbara Abbott made a landmark donation to UOW, they changed the future of childhood research and built a legacy that would resonate for generations
Community, Health and Medicine
Steps on your wellbeing journey
Just like we all want to feel comfortable, happy and healthy, we all have days or weeks when we feel tired, low or off-balance. Wellbeing can help us stay resilient in difficult times and bounce back from challenges.
Health and Medicine, Research
Differences in male and female brains could change how we treat depression
Almost half of all people will develop a mental health disorder in their lifetime. The wide range of causes and experiences of these conditions highlights the need for deeper understandings of the biology and how it should be treated.
Community, Education
Half a century young – and only getting started
From regional roots to global reach, UOW celebrates 50 years and looks ahead to shaping the next half-century