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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 University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (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.
We believe education is one of the most powerful transformative forces on communities and individuals. It opens minds and helps people find purpose, meaning – and solutions for the world’s most pressing challenges.
This is our unified story – a story that draws on our past, understands the present, and looks to the future.
Articles
Research
Turning plastic waste into homewares
In Australia, just 12 per cent of recyclable plastic produced each year is being recycled, and 88 per cent of all possible recyclable plastics ends up in landfill.Â
Environment and Energy, Research
Diving into marine life mysteries with UOW’s MAVE Lab
With humpback whales migrating along Illawarra shorelines, we get daily reminders of the amazing marine life that exists right on our doorstep.
Health and Medicine
Sprouting solutions
The concept of edible campuses hasn't taken off in Australia, but a team of dedicated nutrition and dietetics experts is determined to see UOW forge a different path
Science and Technology, Students
A CEO in the making
Meet the Vice-Chancellor Leadership Scholar with big plans for the future.
Education, Students
A bright future for tutoring
In celebration of World Teacher’s Day (27 October), we spoke to UOW education student Bianca Walkerden, who is going above and beyond to instil a love of learning in her students through her successful tutoring centre.
Education
From humble beginnings
For 35 years, UOW College has been providing pathways to university and employment.