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
Community, Arts and Culture, Study areas
Saving fishing stories from the depths of history
With just two commercial fishing boats operating out of Wollongong, researchers want to record the stories of the local fishing industry.
Community, Health and Medicine
The race to save Chloe Saxby
On the surface, Chloe Saxby is just like any other nine-year-old girl.
Community, Environment and Energy
Investing in the great Australian dream
Human geographer Charlie Gillon finds the great Australian dream of a block of land and house in the suburbs has transformed
Arts and Culture, Community, Study areas
I speak because I can
The experience of raising her disabled son has drawn a UOW linguist into unusual territory – where communication is non-verbal and families are silent.
Community, Arts and Culture, Study areas
A classroom in the outback
Nalawan outstation is a world away from the typical university experience.
Community, General tags, Innovation, Study areas, Science and Technology
Access for all
How accessibility means more than just installing a couple of wheelchair ramps.