A dream, decades in the making

Lily Caguimbaga’s journey to become a registered nurse

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Careers driven by creativity

Open a world of possibilities with a creative arts degree

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The conservation crisis facing South Australia’s koalas

A koala boom risks ecological tragedy, but modelling points to a practical, ethical solution

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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.

Articles

Law, Politics and Society

The human at the heart of digital justice

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how we live and work, its quiet arrival into the courtroom is raising profound questions about fairness, accountability, and humanity in justice.
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.
Students

Country to the coast: Moving far away from home for university

Leaving high school and starting university is a big transition for all students, but for those outside of the big cities, it often comes with significant adjustments for the whole family.
Community

Navigate new frontiers: Professor Judy Raper’s aspirations for UOW

From changing the game in engineering education to championing diversity, Professor Judy Raper AM, former UOW Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation), offers a blueprint for an agile, inclusive university, focused on pushing boundaries and global thinking.
Health and Medicine

When the body heals but the brain doesn’t

As the siren sounds on sports seasons across Australia, CTE remains an ongoing issue shaping the future of athlete well-being and mental health.

Education, Students

Top five careers on the rise by 2030

With nearly a million new jobs expected by 2030 in Australia, now’s the perfect time to explore study options that match the careers of the future. Get ahead by choosing a path that aligns with where the world is going.