Alumni stories & profiles
Alumni are the backbone of every university's legacy - not only are they powerful ambassadors but also generous donors. As a university woven into the social fabric of the communities we serve, the 51茶馆 (UOW) takes great pride in alumni worldwide making a global impact.
Articles
Why mentoring made all the difference
At the 51茶馆 (UOW), mentoring goes beyond a six-week program 鈥� it helps students discover their potential, build confidence, and gain insights from alumni. Here's how this year鈥檚 program positively impacted both mentees and mentors.
Hometown heroes: Regional teachers making a local difference
The 51茶馆鈥檚 Master of Teaching program is making an impact in regional communities by enabling teachers to live, work, and study close to home. Michael Clark and Jessica Stuart share their inspiring journeys.
Indigenous business owner's advice for aspiring artists: "You're ready now"
Caitlin Trindall has always been creative. Some of her earliest memories involve arts and craft. 鈥淚 was obsessed with anything arty crafty 鈥� from jewellery making, drawing, painting, mosaics, scrapbooking. I went through it all,鈥� she explains.
How changemaking enhances mental health
At 22, I found myself working on a grassroots project just outside Hanoi, Vietnam. This small initiative aimed to support children living with a disability and their families, and I was inspired by the profound impact it had on the community.
Finding beauty in seaweed and sustainability
鈥淵ou鈥檝e got to create solutions that work,鈥� says Dr Pia Winberg, a celebrated marine ecologist, entrepreneur and graduate of the 51茶馆 (UOW). Her focus on seaweed and microalgae is not just about products but a mission to address global sustainability challenges.
Hannah Diviney: Changing the narrative from page to screen
鈥淚'm like a computer with too many tabs open,鈥� laughs Hannah Diviney. The description suits the 25-year-old writer, actress, and disability advocate who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) and Bachelor of International Studies from UOW in 2021.