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May 15, 2025

Live Art Week 2025: UOW Transforms into a Living Canvas

By Balaje Kannan The 2025 Live Art Week brought explosive creativity to campus by converting the entire UOW into an outdoor artistic platform that combined student power with professional artistry and vivid colours. A Campus Alive with ArtThe entire campus came alive with activity when students and professionals worked together to decorate bike containers and create DIY tote bags while spontaneous acoustic performances took place throughout the grounds. The event presented more than visual appeal because...

April 2, 2024

Team UOW Celebrates Remarkable Performance at the Alliance Shield 2024

[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_single_image image="58061" img_size="full"][qodef_separator position="center"][vc_column_text]Thirteen exceptional students represented UOW in a display of athletic prowess at the Alliance Shield 2024, held last week at UNSW. Led by the UniActive team, they displayed unwavering determination and showcased the University’s commitment to excellence in intervarsity sports. Despite facing formidable competition from Western Sydney University and the University of New South Wales, UOW's athletes demonstrated remarkable skill and sportsmanship across four challenging disciplines. Led by UniActive Coach Rae-Leigh...

October 25, 2023

UOW Community Unites in Style to Support Global Climate Change Awareness

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="48502" img_size="large"][qodef_separator position="center"][vc_column_text] Last Friday night, UOW staff, students, and community members came together, all dressed in their finest outfits from their wardrobes or fabulous Op Shop finds, to celebrate Global Climate Change Week and raise awareness of this important issue. Junkyard Beats entertained the crowd with their upcycled instruments, and guest speaker Beth Mott spoke about her love for nature, tree planting, and how we can all make small changes to create a significant...

April 24, 2023

VOLUNTEERING!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Volunteering is such an important program at Pulse and without our Pulse Vollies, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do! Our vollies help out with all sorts of activities and events such as gigs at the bar, environmental efforts, wellness activities, and big events like O-Fest and Clubs Day! Check out what one of our vollies has to say about her time volunteering with Pulse! Introduce yourself! (What’s your name, what are you...

March 31, 2023

TIME TO DESTRESS!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As we move towards the busy point of the semester, the juggling act of uni, work, and socialising might start to feel a bit overwhelming. But, no fear, there’s always something you can do to take a moment to destress and reset. Here’s some of our top ideas for prioritising your wellbeing! 1. Take a walk One thing about living in Wollongong is that we’re definitely not short of beautiful walks! Whether you want to head...

March 24, 2023

CHEAP CAMPUS EATS

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Uni lunches aren’t meant to break the bank, so let us help you out! Check out some of our top picks for $10 and under lunches on campus. 1. Okuma Sushi Katsu Chicken Bowl $8.50 For a fresh and nutritious lunch, why not check out Okuma Sushi? Alongside all their delicious sushi options, you can also order salad bowls. We’re big fans of the Katsu Chicken Bowl! 2. UniBar Chip Roll $6.50 Keen to treat yourself?! Head to...

March 17, 2023

MAKE THE MOST OF UNI

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It can be all too easy to get caught up in spending all your time studying at uni, but uni is also a time to try new things, grow, and meet new people! There are so many opportunities to expand your uni experience, and make the most of uni life!! Here’s four ways to boost your time at uni. 1. Become a volunteer Volunteering with UOW Pulse is a great way to meet new people, support...

March 13, 2023

SET YOUR SEMESTER UP FOR SUCCESS

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Before we get too far into the semester, it might be a good idea to take some time to plan out the semester ahead and set yourself up for success! We know uni might be overwhelming at times, so here’s our top tips to prep for a smooth sailing semester. 1. Pick up your textbooks Check out all your subject outlines and make sure you know what textbooks and readings are required for your courses. For...

March 6, 2023

STAYING CONNECTED DURING UNI

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Starting a new uni semester is always a bit of a shock to the system, especially if it’s your first semester or you’ve come to UOW from out of the area or overseas! There’s bound to be times where you feel a bit lost, both physically (yes, we know campus can be a struggle to get used to!), and emotionally, as you navigate meeting new people and settling in to a new stage of...

November 23, 2022

HOW TO ASK “ARE YOU OK?”

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Do you know how the people in your world are really going? Life's ups and downs happen to all of us. So chances are someone you know might be struggling. Your genuine support can make a difference whatever they are facing, big or small. So, don't wait until someone's visibly distressed or in a crisis. No qualifications are needed to ask "Are you ok?". While it might be hard to start an open conversation, asking...

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