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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
Law, Politics and Society
For the love of law
When it comes to the law, sometimes you just need to think outside the box.
Environment and Energy
Friday essay: The cultural meaning of wild horses
Australia has the largest wild horse herd in the world and their presence is deeply controversial. Human geographer Michael Adams explores the cultural meanings.
Study areas
Immerse yourself
Associate Professor Michael Adams explores the fine line between life and death through freediving.
IRL: My solar powered internship at CSIRO
Madelyn Robertson loved maths in high school and it was physics that sparked her interest in solar energy. But she also loved to be creative. Now she’s studying an Electrical Engineering and Computer Science double degree and has experienced life in the real world through a CSIRO internship.
General tags, Alumni, Arts and Culture
Indigenous storytelling finds new voices
From ancient dreaming stories to Indigenous youth of today, Kirli Saunders is giving back to community through Indigenous storytelling.
Alumni
The tech of success
We spoke with Nick Lazaridis, president of HP Inc’s business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa about succeeding in a global career, exciting tech developments and what inspires him.