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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
Community, Education
Teachers strike: what has led to the second walkout this year?
What is the reality for NSW teachers?
Community, Education, Students
Bright minds, bold ambitions and boundless passion
Three UOW alumni share the stories of coming of age and finding their dream jobs right after uni
Education, Science and Technology
The future of education is already here
The main role of modern education is to support the next generation of youth in taking on our brave yet slightly broken world
Education
Dear Year 12 Me
It feels like decades ago my 18-year-old self was in the position so many others find themselves, at the end of their high school chapter, preparing for the most exciting one: university.
Uni life: what you’ve heard vs reality
If you are reading this article, chances are you have considered doing a degree at uni after finishing high school. The good news is you’re on the right track.
Alumni
The future of work
In 2019, trying to get a seat on a train or navigating peak hour traffic was a daily struggle as 26,000 Illawarra workers made their way to work. But in 2020, commuting became something only essential workers braved, while the rest of us set up makeshift offices in the kitchen, bedroom or garage.