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
The Wright stuff
Matthew Wright remembers his 精东传媒 of 精东传媒 graduation ceremony in 1994 with great pride as well as a touch of amusement over dodging a wardrobe malfunction.
Health and Medicine, Science and Technology
Career Advice for Women in Science
鈥楧iversify your skills and communicate what you do鈥�. They were the key messages from a recent interview with Dame Bridget Ogilvie, a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science, and a successful British Scientist who has split her time between the two countries for the last 14 years.
Science and Technology
Leading change
Despite being over-represented at undergraduate and entry levels in academia, women are still underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines. Furthermore, women make up only 20% of senior leaders in STEMM, which means Australia and the world are missing out on a large portion of their top talent, expertise and knowledge.
Arts and Culture, Environment and Energy
The Janet Cosh Herbarium
Tucked away in a temperature controlled room in a building at the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒, you鈥檒l find a quiet achiever called the 鈥楯anet Cosh Herbarium鈥�. An archival resource for botanical research at UOW, the herbarium is also used for teaching the next generation of environmental scientists.
Environment and Energy, Law, Politics and Society
Dealing with Disasters with Diversity in mind
When disaster strikes, Dr Christine Eriksen doesn鈥檛 just see a city or community at the mercy of nature. She sees a diverse population trying to survive, and a complex network of services trying to save lives and get people back on their feet.
Environment and Energy, Science and Technology
Environmental research making an impact
As a university with a focus on research quality and impact, UOW academics are driving projects of excellence that are making a difference. The Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) framework identifies research excellence at Australian universities compared to national and international institutions.