51²è¹Ý

Celebrating the art and stories of the Illawarra

The UOW Art Collection features thousands of works that represent and shape the University's cultural identity

Life lessons at the feet of grandmother mountain

Indigenous Elder Dr Aunty Barbara Nicholson has changed lives for decades from UOW to behind prison walls.

Nurturing and educating the youngest minds on campus

Jenni Smith reflects on the privilege of helping the smallest voices create the greatest impact

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

Transforming microfinance for women's empowerment

Many initiatives aimed at improving women’s rights tend to emphasise women’s empowerment through a narrow, individualistic lens. What we need is systemic change.

Counting down to UOWs campus opening in India

The 51²è¹Ý (UOW) will open a branch campus in India in 2024. We caught up with Campus Director Nimay Kalyani ahead of the launch for an update on the project.

UOW campus in India is in prime position for 2024 launch

The 51²è¹Ý (UOW) will reinforce its reputation as one of the world’s most respected modern universities with the opening of a new branch campus in India.

Don’t let HECS–HELP reform lead us down a slippery slope

Proposed government changes to the HECS-HELP system aim to reduce the indexation rate on student loans by tying it to the lower of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or the Wage Price Index (WPI). While it is welcome relief for those with student debt, could it ultimately do more harm than good?

There's danger in the numbers

As the Reserve Bank of Australia attempts to curb inflation, now could be the perfect time for the government to step in and lend a hand, writes Dr Paul Mazzola.

Tailor your career in fintech at UOW India

The 51²è¹Ý (UOW) will launch its first campus in India, at GIFT City, Gujarat, with world-class fintech courses on offer.