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UOW remains in world’s top 50 for THE Sustainability Impact Ratings

Sustained top-50 performance reflects commitment to real-world impact
Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

World-first global assessment maps PFAS pollution in whales and dolphins

Toothed whales serve as early warning sign of how forever chemicals have infiltrated our oceans
Community, Research, Students

UOW maintains its place among the top 200 universities in the world

University of °µÍø½ûÇø has placed 195th globally and 13th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2027

International academic leader joins UOW to lead Faculty of Arts, Society and Business

Professor D’Maris Coffman joins UOW as Executive Dean, Faculty of Arts, Society and Business, bringing international leadership experience and expertise across interdisciplinary education, research and innovation
Community

Prime Minister Opens Bruce Gordon Centre at UOW Innovation Campus

UOW and Dragons partnership reaches new milestone with the official opening of the Bruce Gordon Centre
Environment and Energy

UOW helps chart national roadmap to secure Australia’s renewable energy grid

New White Paper outlines how Australia can maintain power system stability as renewables and batteries replace coal-fired generation
Environment and Energy

Cheap, effective and dangerous: how Australian farmers came to depend on the toxic weedkiller paraquat

Despite concerns that longer-term exposure could be linked to Parkinson’s disease, there are few alternatives suited to current farming practices
Community, Research, Students

‘Every day I think about money’: how can we support uni students who struggle financially?

Financial hardship is becoming a significant barrier to student success, affecting housing and food security to academic performance.
Arts and Culture

Lyric essays are an antitoxin for a poisoned world

These vibrant, provocative books come together in their contemplation of what it means to be Australian in a global context.

University of °µÍø½ûÇø media statement

Chancellor Michael Still has decided to stand aside pending the conclusion of ICAC's public inquiry into allegations concerning the University
Education

UOW appoints Professor Ana Deletic as Provost

Engineer with proven record of growth and inclusion to lead UOW's academic agenda
Research

UOW appoints new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation)

Appointment signals continued commitment to research excellence

The Stand

We bring to life subjects that illustrate the impact UOW’s teaching, research and graduates make in the world.

The Stand exists to unlock the knowledge and expertise inside the University of °µÍø½ûÇø (UOW), telling stories about our people and their accomplishments that inform, educate and inspire.

Community, Environment and Energy, Research

Giving Country a voice in environmental decision-making

Through a case study on Gurawul, the humpback whale, UOW's Anthony McKnight has contributed to a national Indigenous-led project exploring how environmental decision-making can better recognise Indigenous knowledge, reciprocity and responsibilities to Country.
Students

What students get told about uni (and what's actually true)

Starting university comes with plenty of concerns and expectations about what student life will really be like. We’ve unpacked the most common assumptions to ease your worries and help you feel confident as you begin this new chapter.
Health and Medicine

Five men’s nutrition essentials that matter more than online trends

With so many unqualified content creators sharing exaggerated claims around muscle gain, leanness, and strict diet rules, it can be difficult to sort through the noise online.

Faculty news

Environment and Energy

Cheap, effective and dangerous: how Australian farmers came to depend on the toxic weedkiller paraquat

Despite concerns that longer-term exposure could be linked to Parkinson’s disease, there are few alternatives suited to current farming practices
Community, Research, Students

‘Every day I think about money’: how can we support uni students who struggle financially?

Financial hardship is becoming a significant barrier to student success, affecting housing and food security to academic performance.
Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

World-first global assessment maps PFAS pollution in whales and dolphins

Toothed whales serve as early warning sign of how forever chemicals have infiltrated our oceans
Environment and Energy

Cheap, effective and dangerous: how Australian farmers came to depend on the toxic weedkiller paraquat

Despite concerns that longer-term exposure could be linked to Parkinson’s disease, there are few alternatives suited to current farming practices
Arts and Culture

Brontë’s Heathcliff wasn’t white. Jacob Elordi is. Is that a problem?

Few casting choices this year have divided audiences like Jacob Elordi as Fennel’s Heathcliff
Arts and Culture

Food is belonging, otherness and a ‘glorious addiction’ for Melissa Leong and Candice Chung

How two food writers use meals to bridge cultural divides and heal family rifts
Community, Research

More than 3,500 students to graduate at UOW Autumn ceremonies

Honorary doctorates to six distinguished Australians including Governor Margaret Beazley, author Maggie Dent and union leader Sharan Burrow
Law, Politics and Society

As Trump’s threats over Greenland escalate, will Europe use its ‘trade bazooka’?

The renewed campaign by United States President Donald Trump to acquire Greenland has escalated, with tariff threats against European allies.
Business and Economy

Could Settlers of Catan make you a better strategist?

This classic board game teaches strategic thinking skills you can use in business and life
Environment and Energy, Research

UOW secures $2.1 million boost for research with real-world impact

ARC Linkage projects will advance new energy systems, safer aged care, stronger cyber security and sustainable dairy farms

Business and Economy, Environment and Energy

After dumping Inland Rail, Australia has no plan to stop relying on diesel trucks for freight

Inland Rail was expected to take around 200,000 trucks off the road each year – but it’s now been cut in half. Why is rail freight shortchanged compared to roads and city rail?
Community, Students

Next generation of STEM talent connects with leading employers

Annual UOW STEM Careers Expo gives students direct access to internships, graduate roles and industry insight
Community, Research, Students

‘Every day I think about money’: how can we support uni students who struggle financially?

Financial hardship is becoming a significant barrier to student success, affecting housing and food security to academic performance.
Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

World-first global assessment maps PFAS pollution in whales and dolphins

Toothed whales serve as early warning sign of how forever chemicals have infiltrated our oceans
Health and Medicine, Research

Children need protection from harmful junk food marketing: report

UOW researcher leads new feasibility study, which highlights case for mandatory marketing restrictions

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