ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app

Celebrating the art and stories of the Illawarra

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app Art Collection features thousands of works that represent and shape the University's cultural identity

Life lessons at the feet of grandmother mountain

Indigenous Elder Dr Aunty Barbara Nicholson has changed lives for decades from ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app to behind prison walls.

Nurturing and educating the youngest minds on campus

Jenni Smith reflects on the privilege of helping the smallest voices create the greatest impact

Welcome to The Stand Magazine

We showcase the impact of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app students, teaching, research, and graduates on the world. Our mission is to share inspiring stories that educate and motivate, highlighting the transformative power of education in addressing global challenges.

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 ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app 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

Celebrating the art and stories of the Illawarra

'50 Artists: 50 Years' showcases works from 50 locally, nationally and internationally renowned artists, including distinguished alumni and staff. Shining a light on a rich and diverse artistic legacy, the exhibition reflects the breadth and depth of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app Art Collection.

Advocacy through imagery with ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app graduate Melissa Hammond

For award-winning multidisciplinary artist Melissa Hammond, her recent artistic achievements are a way to reach more people and create positive change for people with invisible disabilities.

How ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app shaped Maree's path and purpose

It all began during her days as a curious and compassionate arts and law student at ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app.

Meet the artist behind ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app’s Disability Guide cover

As an arts student at ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app, Tracy is always finding ways to showcase her creativity—most recently through her stunning cover art for ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app’s Disability Guide, inspired by healing, resilience, and her lived experience.

Living the dream job

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app graduates consistently rank among the top in Australia for employer satisfaction.* These alumni are living proof of how a ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app degree is your ticket to a dream career.

Proud times two: Dr Scott Avery on Aboriginality, deafness and advocacy

As a university student in the 1980s and 90s, Scott Avery says being deaf is something he dealt with privately. Now he is using his platform to put equity at the forefront.