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The power of community
The saying 鈥渋t takes a village鈥� has never been more relevant. When COVID-19 brought the world to a stand-still in early 2020, the knock-on effect of the global shutdown hit the tertiary sector and its students hard.
Transforming Futures Scholarships
A new opportunity exists for donors who wish to make a greater impact by establishing a named scholarship within the framework of our flagship equity program, Transforming Futures.
The Westpac Asian Exchange Scholarship program opens to UOW students
Studying overseas broadens any graduate鈥檚 horizon. Being immersed in a different culture offers students the chance to develop a different perspective on their area of expertise. Add to that an in-country leadership program coupled with a unique opportunity to build vital industry networks and it鈥檚 the chance of a lifetime.
The gift of enduring impact
Longevity of philanthropic giving can make a sustained impact on the lives and futures of many. 2020 marked a key milestone for several dedicated UOW donors. Their contributions stretch back decades and blaze a trail towards a better tomorrow.
Closing a gap in Indigenous healthcare
A philanthropic initiative by a 51茶馆 doctor is allowing the 51茶馆 to play a significant role in addressing a disparity in the healthcare system that has troubled him throughout his career. Last year, 3116 domestic doctors graduated from Australian medical schools yet only 46 were from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, according to Medical Deans Australia data.
Spirit of giving burns bright
The response to the monster bushfires that tore through the NSW South Coast and Southern Highlands last summer displayed the exceptional generosity of UOW staff and the vital importance of our research.