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 ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (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 ¾«¶«´«Ã½ 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
Powerful voices reveal the reality of economic disparity for women
Economic independence and housing solutions for women were the key topics brought to the table at a recent International Women's Day live panel discussion, presented by the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (UOW) and GongTalks.
Securing the financial future of women
Meet the UOW graduate and researcher who are each leading the way for women in finance.
Being the Barkindji Warrior
Shantelle Thompson knows what it means to be a fighter, figuratively and literally.
Be a part of everything
From a farm in rural Australia to the centre of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ – how IT student Jack Wason found home away from home at UOW
What it’s like to win a year of free accommodation at UOW
This time last year, Niamh Mitton won a year of free accommodation at Kooloobong Village. We asked her how everything has changed since then.
Can peace and democracy co-exist?
Former UN peacekeeper Dr Izabela Pereira Watts shares her academic expertise and firsthand experiences from the field