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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
Year in Review: Highlights of 2024
Reflecting on an eventful year, 2024 has been defined by the remarkable achievements of the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ of ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (UOW) community – its staff, students and graduates.
Proud times two: Dr Scott Avery on Aboriginality, deafness and advocacy
As a university student in the 1980s and 90s, Scott Avery says being deaf is something he dealt with privately. Now he is using his platform to put equity at the forefront.
Force of gravity
The UOW graduate putting retired mineshafts to work for our green energy future
A bright future for tutoring
In celebration of World Teacher’s Day (27 October), we spoke to UOW education student Bianca Walkerden, who is going above and beyond to instil a love of learning in her students through her successful tutoring centre.
Pootopia: the science, art and economics of human manure
Most of us don’t think twice about the fact that our favourite fruit and veggies are grown with the help of animal manure. But how would you feel about growing food with your own poo?
School of Rock
¾«¶«´«Ã½â€™s biggest music festival, Yours and Owls, has a new home for 2023.