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Alumni
Why mentoring made all the difference
At the University of Wollongong (UOW), mentoring goes beyond a six-week program – it helps students discover their potential, build confidence, and gain insights from alumni. Here's how this year’s program positively impacted both mentees and mentors.
Law, Politics and Society
Transforming legal minds
For many students a law degree is a pathway to a traditional career in legal practice. But for UOW graduates a unique elective is rewriting that script.
Alumni
Hometown heroes: Regional teachers making a local difference
The University of Wollongong’s Master of Teaching program is making an impact in regional communities by enabling teachers to live, work, and study close to home. Michael Clark and Jessica Stuart share their inspiring journeys.
Alumni, Environment and Energy
Finding beauty in seaweed and sustainability
“You’ve got to create solutions that work,” says Dr Pia Winberg, a celebrated marine ecologist, entrepreneur and graduate of the University of Wollongong (UOW). Her focus on seaweed and microalgae is not just about products but a mission to address global sustainability challenges.
Community, Students
Beyond the debate
As students from around Australia gathered at UOW for a national debating championship, the spotlight was on UOW’s unique approach to debating; fostering social connections, skills development and respect above all else.
Health and Medicine, Research
Feeding the future
If you were struggling to feed your family, would you know how to access support?