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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
How to thrive academically with UOW support services
With a range of support services freely available, UOW is well equipped to help you thrive academically and achieve your study goals. UOW student Soutara Potter shares her experience and recommendations.
Education
ATAR facts every Year 12 student needs to hear
Year 12 students, we salute you. We all know how hard it is to get through your final year of school. It's stressful, intense and emotional. But there are some facts about your ATAR you really need to hear...
Community, Arts and Culture
Lisa's using laughter to cope with crisis
In a world full of COVID-19 news, University of Wollongong student Lisa Hughes believes laughter is the best medicine.
7 tips and tricks to get you ready for remote learning
As with most changes in this ‘new normal’, learning via remote delivery will require some adjustment and might feel confusing to begin with. Being a student is a very productive way to be spending your time at home, but you’ll need to figure out how to make it work for you.
The ultimate guide: 10 easy ways to stay healthy on a student budget
As a university student, there are quite a few factors working against us in our goal to stay fit and healthy – mostly for the lack of moolah! It’s a fact that we don’t have a whole lot of spare cash floating around to spend on gyms, personal trainers or fancy, healthy food.
Community, Arts and Culture, Environment and Energy
Helping Country to heal after fire
Led by University of Wollongong researcher Dr Anthony McKnight, a team of staff, students and community members are helping flora and fauna on Yuin Country in the Snowy Mountains to recover from the summer’s devastating bushfires.