HSC parent survival guide

How to support them while maintaining essential self-care.

World Autism Day: UOW graduate Zoe Simmons on the power of advocacy

How a late diagnosis gave Zoe a fresh perspective

Your path to uni as a non-school leaver

It's never too late.

HSC parent survival guide

How to support them while maintaining essential self-care.

World Autism Day: UOW graduate Zoe Simmons on the power of advocacy

How a late diagnosis gave Zoe a fresh perspective

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

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.

Answering parent FAQs about UOW

You asked, we’ve answered! Here is what parents want to know about UOW.

How it works: HECS-HELP and CSPs for Australian students

Are you confused on how to pay for university? Here is everything you need to need to know about HECS-HELP and CSPs.

UOW medical student combines passion for healthcare and literacy

We interviewed Shoalhaven student Alexia Paglia about her pathway into medicine and promoting healthy habits for kids through literacy.

What every parent should know about the path to university

From the hectic pace of Year 12 to making the next step into university, we have everything you need to support your child through this exciting and often challenging rite of passage. 

The passion powering tomorrow's nurses

To mark International Nurses Day (Sunday, 12 May), we asked past and current UOW nursing students to share their inspiring journeys, aspirations, and the driving force behind their choice to embark on a career in nursing. Embracing newfound opportunities in pursuit of a dream, their stories portray an authentic fulfillment in caring for others.