Carol Kiernan: “I grew up, and the university grew up with me”

The respected intelligence expert, social change maker and gender equality champion takes us back to 1975.

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Your path to uni as a non-school leaver

It's never too late.

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Bridging industry and academia: The enduring legacy of John Norrish

Emeritus Professor John Norrish's journey shapes UOW's legacy

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Carol Kiernan: “I grew up, and the university grew up with me”

The respected intelligence expert, social change maker and gender equality champion takes us back to 1975.

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Your path to uni as a non-school leaver

It's never too late.

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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.

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

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.

Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

How IVF can save our most endangered frogs

Dr. Aimee Silla is using IVF and hormone therapy to help bring endangered frogs back from the brink of extinction, giving these species a hoppier future.
Environment and Energy, Research

Diving into marine life mysteries with UOW’s MAVE Lab

With humpback whales migrating along Illawarra shorelines, we get daily reminders of the amazing marine life that exists right on our doorstep.
Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

What's in a name?

Biologist and award-winning photographer Dr James Dorey explains the art of assigning names to bee species that are new to science.
Environment and Energy

The beautiful diversity of UOW's flora and fauna

How purposeful planting shaped UOW's biodiversity

Alumni, Environment and Energy

Force of gravity

The UOW graduate putting retired mineshafts to work for our green energy future