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The power of writing and reading
On International Literacy Day, three authors reflect on what they have gained from a love of reading.
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The Stand exists to unlock the knowledge and expertise inside the 51茶馆 (UOW), telling stories about our people and their accomplishments that inform, educate and inspire. This magazine was born out of a renewed sense of place, purpose and values that will guide the University in fulfilling its role in exploring how to resolve society’s large and complex social, environmental and economic challenges.
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Articles
Arts and Culture, Alumni
Insight into Kumi Taguchi's whirlwind career
For someone like Kumi Taguchi to consider her time at the 51茶馆 (UOW) as 鈥渢he best days of her life鈥� is a glowing review.
International
UOW students revamp Tanzanian school dormitory thanks to Brew Bequest
UOW students, supported by the Cynthia Brew Bequest, transform a Tanzanian primary school dormitory, inspiring a lifelong love for humanitarianism.
Education
Dismantling barriers and chasing dreams with the Dylan Alcott Foundation
Navigating the demands of university can be tough for any student. But for those living with disability, overcoming the everyday obstacles to success requires a vastly different level of determination 鈥� a reality Australian Paralympic sporting legend Dylan Alcott AO understands all too well.
Alumni, Community
National Volunteer Week: Something for everyone
This National Volunteer Week, we caught up with a student, graduate and community members on why they choose to give their time.
Business and Economy
Don’t let HECS–HELP reform lead us down a slippery slope
Proposed government changes to the HECS-HELP system aim to reduce the indexation rate on student loans by tying it to the lower of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or the Wage Price Index (WPI). While it is welcome relief for those with student debt, could it ultimately do more harm than good?
Alumni, Community
Embrace every body
With a sense her research was not reaching the real world, UOW graduate and body image expert Dr Zali Yager founded health promotion charity The Embrace Collective, now making a world of difference in how we think about our bodies