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

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.

The (renewable) power of exercise

Imagine charging your phone by going for a run. That’s the concept behind Dr Fatemeh Mokhtari’s project intertwining renewable energy, tech and activewear.

Our future in their hands

They’re in their early twenties, fresh-faced but also fiercely committed and hopeful that together, they can change the future of our climate

Taking charge of sustainable business

An interest sparked during an undergraduate product marketing subject, combined with a personal passion for automobiles created the perfect formula for a diverse marketing and PR career journey for ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app Business alumnus, Ross Purdy.

Powering new energy designs

Australia has abundant renewable energy resources such as solar, hydro and wind. The wide use of clean energy sources will greatly reduce Australia’s demand for fossil fuels, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and alleviate global warming and climate change, resulting in significant environmental benefits to the country.

Worth its salt

Sodium could be the ingredient to lead a revolution in inexpensive and reliable large-scale energy storage for renewables.