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

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.

The expert advice for managing children’s meltdowns

Tears, tantrums, school refusal and emotional turmoil can often accompany the start of the school year. Parents need the tools to help their child manage change, communicate effectively, find positive routines and practice emotional regulation. 

Discovering a love of learning

Randi and his son, Umar found more than just a play space at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app Early Start Discovery Space. Read how the world’s first dedicated children's museum became a catalyst for Umar’s development, turning the shy toddler into a confident, chatterbox explorer.

How do we understand autism?

It’s estimated that one in 54 Australians live with autism. How can we better understand the needs of individuals in personal and professional settings?

Vice-Chancellor bids farewell to ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app

Vice-Chancellor proud of University’s immense success in research, teaching, and business partnerships

How art helps children to thrive

If children aren’t given the right tools, they can lose the creative outlet that visual arts provides.