We bring to life subjects that illustrate the impact our students, teaching, research and graduates make in the world.
The Stand exists to unlock the knowledge and expertise inside the University of Wollongong (UOW), telling stories about our people and their accomplishments that inform, educate and inspire. This magazine was born out of a renewed sense of place, purpose and values that will guide the University in fulfilling its role in exploring how to resolve society’s large and complex social, environmental and economic challenges.
We believe education is one of the most powerful transformative forces on communities and individuals. It opens minds and helps people find purpose, meaning – and solutions for the world’s most pressing challenges.
This is our unified story – a story that draws on our past, understands the present, and looks to the future.
Articles
The bridge to university
Sulata Fetui didn't always think she could go to university, but after overcoming challenges and taking a bridging course to prepare herself, she now studies at UOW in South Western Sydney.
Why preschoolers make awesome uni students
They may fail a university chemistry exam, but preschoolers are super-efficient learning machines who can teach us a thing or two.
ATAR adjustments explained using chicken nuggets
There's nothing better than opening a six-pack of nuggets to find a bonus seventh has made its way into your meal. Here’s how you can get the same feeling with your ATAR.
A bee's life
Can the humble honeybee teach us how to live longer?
The future of your future job
Gone are the days when it was a given that we would simply pursue the same career as our parents or take over the family business. We now have more choice than ever.
IRL: My tech internship at Westpac
The In Real Life story about a first-year student's internship at one of the biggest banks in Australia.