Celebrating the art and stories of the Illawarra

The UOW Art Collection features thousands of works that represent and shape the University's cultural identity

Life lessons at the feet of grandmother mountain

Indigenous Elder Dr Aunty Barbara Nicholson has changed lives for decades from UOW to behind prison walls.

Nurturing and educating the youngest minds on campus

Jenni Smith reflects on the privilege of helping the smallest voices create the greatest impact

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

A student’s advice for getting the most out of Open Day

Choosing the right university can be quite daunting, especially if you have no idea what to look for. Here are 7 tips from a UOW student on ways to ensure you leave Open Day confident about your future

Student's guide to Liverpool

See the local gems you need to check out during your next visit to UOW Liverpool.

The guardian of the e-world

For 30 years, Professor Willy Susilo has been at the forefront of cryptographic and cybersecurity breakthroughs, forging the path to Australian cybersecurity and teaching others to do the same.

How Early Admission can make the biggest difference during the HSC

We know that securing an early offer can relieve stress, taking the pressure off those final exams. But don’t take our word for it, hear from UOW student, Tariro, whose Early Admission experience transformed her HSC season from a stress fest to a year to remember.

A 3D-printed vision for the future

A research team led by the University of Sydney’s Professor Gerard Sutton, with researchers from the University of Wollongong (UOW) has scored an early goal in efforts to develop a 3D bio-engineered cornea to revolutionise sight-restoring transplants.

Student advocate awarded Wollongong Council’s Volunteer of the Year

As a member of the University of Wollongong’s Student Advisory Council, Carly Lavings has helped to spearhead a number of changes to student life, with the aim of making the university experience more accessible for all.