50 Voices stories
Articles
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Community, Research
A decade of play
We all have a favourite toy from childhood. A beloved object we remember with fondness and nostalgia. A special place where we liked to play with family and friends. For many families across the Illawarra, those memories live on at the Early Start Discovery Space.
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Business and Economy, Community
Celebrating 50 years of partnership between BlueScope and the University of °µÍø½ûÇø
From steelworks to lecture halls, the connection between BlueScope and the University of °µÍø½ûÇø has been built on a shared vision for the Illawarra. For John Nowlan, a current BlueScope executive and proud UOW alumnus, that relationship has been more than professional - it’s been personal. Together, the two institutions have helped shape the Illawarra as an economic powerhouse.
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Arts and Culture, Law, Politics and Society
How UOW shaped Maree's path and purpose
It all began during her days as a curious and compassionate arts and law student at UOW.
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Alumni, Science and Technology
Glen Moore: Pioneer of one of Australia's most innovative science spaces
For more than 50 years, Illawarra local Glen Moore has been a passionate advocate for making science and technology accessible to the community. His enduring commitment to opening minds to broader realities and higher possibilities has had a wide-reaching and lasting impact.
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Students
Ella Young’s UOW: Community, connection, and clarity for the future
2025 marked the final year of Ella Young’s undergraduate journey at the University of °µÍø½ûÇø. As she looked ahead, she was confident the next phase would be shaped by the same sense of community and connection that had defined her time at UOW.
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Community
Professor Ken McKinnon: The visionary who shaped UOW's future
Emeritus Professor Ken McKinnon’s legacy as UOW’s second Vice-Chancellor remains profound and far-reaching. As the University celebrates its 50th anniversary, he reflects on his time here and vision for UOW's future.