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.

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.

Professor Ken McKinnon: The visionary who shaped ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app's future

Emeritus Professor Ken McKinnon’s legacy as ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app’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 ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app's future.

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Voting for the first time can be overwhelming.

Born of Steel

If it wasn’t for the vision and generosity of the Illawarra community, who united to support the creation of a place of higher learning in their region, the University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app would not be the thriving world-class institution it is today.

What it means to be an older, single woman today

These are the circumstances facing a growing number of single women aged over 65.