We bring to life subjects that illustrate the impact our students, teaching, research and graduates make in the world.
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.
We believe education is one of the most powerful transformative forces on communities and individuals. It opens minds and helps people find purpose, meaning – and solutions for the world’s most pressing challenges.
This is our unified story – a story that draws on our past, understands the present, and looks to the future.
Articles
Students
Starting uni next year? Here's what not to worry about
Whether you’re looking to study straight out of high school or returning after a break, starting uni can be daunting. To help ease your concerns, we spoke to four current UOW students to get their recommendations for a smooth start to uni.
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.
Business and Economy, International
The Paralympic paradox
In the realm of elite sports, two quadrennial events capture global attention: the Olympics and Paralympics.
Health and Medicine
Driving transformative changes in mental health nursing
Professor Lorna Moxham has worked tirelessly for more than 40 years to enhance the emotional well-being and recovery of those living with mental illness.
Community
Bega Valley-wide commitment to Indigenous recognition and change
A project to produce an artwork to make the entrance of the University of Wollongong (UOW) Bega Valley Campus a culturally safe space grew into an 18-month long multifaceted open art, language and cultural resource that is being widely utilised in the Bega Valley Community.
Alumni, Community
The roadmap to teaching in rural and regional areas
After a military career cut short, Batemans Bay-local Michael Clark unlocked his passion for teaching at UOW Eurobodalla. Now a dedicated primary school teacher and soon-to-be dad, Michael shares how regional education transformed his life and the lives of those around him.