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
Health and Medicine, Research
Feeding the future
If you were struggling to feed your family, would you know how to access support?
Community
Why community gardens have taken root along the South Coast
A new food survey is examining the rise of and demand for urban agriculture in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.
Health and Medicine, Research
Hidden hunger: unmasking the reality of food insecurity
Despite living in one of the world’s richest countries, up to one in four Australians go hungry.
Business and Economy, International
Putting healthy snacks on the global map
The health food industry has an image of exclusivity, but this UOW graduate is looking to change that.
Arts and Culture, Environment and Energy
Pootopia: the science, art and economics of human manure
Most of us don’t think twice about the fact that our favourite fruit and veggies are grown with the help of animal manure. But how would you feel about growing food with your own poo?
Environment and Energy
Setting the stage for greener housing
Team UOW Australia reminisces on how they retrofitted the first-ever net-zero house and won Solar Decathlon China