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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
Helping young carers achieve their dreams
For the more than 275,000 young carers around Australia, caring for a loved one can often come at the expense of their goals and ambitions.
A career forged by fire
Robert Sawyer’s 35-year journey from horrific burns to PhD graduate testifies to a tenacity that can’t be broken down.
Why living on campus was the best decision I've ever made
Madalyn Date felt nervous moving four hours away from home to live on campus at UOW. But after making a bunch of new friends and sharing some good times, she’s so glad she did.
Myth busters: First-year of university
For most Year 12 students, university life is a total unknown. So, we asked UOW students how they got the most out of uni life and busted a myth or two along the way.
The 12 best science jokes you're ever likely to read
So what tickles the funny bone (not a technical term) of scientists? How many jokes do you understand?
The business of being ethical
How the next generation of business leaders are learning about ethics in the corporate world.