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

Alumni

Aboriginal women speak

We spoke with three influential Aboriginal women with strong ties to UOW: an Elder, an alumna and a student.
Alumni

A curious traveller

Acclaimed painter and printmaker Guy Warren AM believes that creativity is in everyone – it’s just a matter of thinking outside the box and trying something different.
Alumni

A dream come true

"Getting up and running in a high pressure, high expectations environments on the other side of the world was like climbing a mountain."
Alumni

Culture in transit

When it comes to international influences for his work, Dr Laurens Tan has it covered; few other artists consider themselves concurrently a local in Las Vegas, Beijing and Wollongong.
Alumni

Shifting perspectives

As the world continues to open up and boundaries become more fluid, the notion of identity becomes ever more complex.
Alumni

A gift to water the seeds of innovation

Former University of Wollongong Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Professor Ken McKinnon AO and his wife Suzanne Walker have gifted more than $1 million to UOW for a fund that fosters innovation and supports excellence.