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

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.
Health and Medicine, Students

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.
Health and Medicine

AI will transform Australian healthcare. What should we do to get ready?

Community input into how we use artificial intelligence in Australian healthcare settings is crucial.

Alumni, Health and Medicine

World Health Day: My health, my right

Although health is recognised as a human right and enshrined in constitutions worldwide, it isn’t always accessible or achievable. From cancer research to nutritious eating, these UOW alumni are helping change the lives of people everywhere.

Health and Medicine

Sprouting solutions

The concept of edible campuses hasn't taken off in Australia, but a team of dedicated nutrition and dietetics experts is determined to see UOW forge a different path
Alumni, Community

Embrace every body

With a sense her research was not reaching the real world, UOW graduate and body image expert Dr Zali Yager founded health promotion charity The Embrace Collective, now making a world of difference in how we think about our bodies