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31/08/2026

💊From the lab to real lives, UWA research is making a difference.

Every breakthrough starts with an idea.

This week, 21 UWA researchers received more than $2.1 million in funding to continue research into childhood cancer, heart disease, healthy ageing, infections and more helping shape the future of healthcare for communities in WA and around the world.

It's another reminder of the incredible impact the UWA community continues to make through research, innovation and a commitment to improving lives.

📖Read more about the projects driving next generation of medical breakthroughs:
https://www.uwa.edu.au/news/article/2026/july/funding-boost-for-top-wa-health-and-medical-researchers

💙Which area of medical research does you think will have the biggest impact in the years ahead?

28/08/2026

💜 Celebrate Wear it Purple Day at UWA!

This Friday, 28 August, UWA joins communities across Australia in celebrating Wear It Purple Day, with this year’s theme, Colours of Courage.

Wear It Purple Day is a national movement that celebrates and supports LGBTQIA+ young people while promoting safe, inclusive and empowering environments where everyone can be proud of who they are

Throughout the week, the UWA community has come together through a range of events, including the Pride Quiz Night at the UWA Tavern, with proceeds supporting Wear It Purple, and today’s Wear It Purple Colour Run by UWA Sport, bringing students and staff together for a vibrant celebration of inclusion across campus.

To our alumni community, wherever you are, we invite you to wear purple, show your support, and help create a world where everyone feels they belong.

28/08/2026

🎧Take 15 seconds to pause and enjoy the sounds of UWA.

A little reminder of the campus that so many alumni still call home. 💙

26/08/2026

💙The UWA alumni Making a Difference

Did you know a UWA graduate became Western Australia's first female Premier?

Dr. Carmen Lawrence graduated from UWA before going on to make history in 1990 as the first woman to lead state. throughout her career, social justice and greater opportunities for woman in leadership.

Her journey is a reminder that leadership is not just about holding a position-it's about creating pathways for others and helping shape the future.

As the first woman to serve as Premier of Western Australia, Dr. Lawrence's legacy continues to inspire generations of leaders to challenge expectations and pursue meaningful change.

We're proud to celebrate UWA alumni whose achievements have made a lasting impact on Western Australia and beyond.

💙Who tops your list of inspiring UWA graduates? Let us know in the comments.

24/08/2026

🎓Learning doesn't stop at graduation.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your leadership skills, explore a new area of interest or stay up to date in a rapidly changing world, UWA plus Micro-credentials offer flexible learning opportunities designed to fit around work and life.

Delivered online and developed by UWA experts, these short courses cover a range of topics including communication, leadership, sustainability and Australia's strategic connections to Asia.

For alumni looking to continue growing professionally or personally, UWA Plus offers a practical way to keep learning long after graduation.

Explore UWA Plus Micro-credentials and discover your next learning opportunity.

🔗learn more: https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/uwa-plus

20/08/2026

🐳Even whale mums need a break.

New research from UWA has uncovered a remarkable behaviour in southern right whales, with mothers resting upside down while caring for their calves - a world-first observation that may help them conserve energy during the demanding calving season.

Using drone technology, UWA researchers are revealing new insights into one of Australia's most iconic marine species, helping the wildlife on our own coastlines.

💙It's another reminder that world-leading discoveries are happening right here at UWA.

🎥Watch the video and read more below:
https://www.uwa.edu.au/news/article/2026/july/whale-mums-rest-upside-down-to-get-a-break-from-calves

17/08/2026

🏆UWA people continue to make impact.

From groundbreaking medical research and award-winning architecture to inspiring leadership in rural health, public speaking and education, our UWA community is continuing to achieve incredible things.

This month, we're celebrating the outstanding achievements of our staff, students and graduates who are making difference across Australia and around the world.🌏

👏Congratulations to!!:

Meredith Hancock - recognised for her outstanding contribution to rural health education. ✨
Professor Michaela Lucas & Dr Amy Prosser - honoured internationally for advancing transplantation science. ✨
Harvey Rupp - UWA architecture graduate. Winner of International Union of architects' global Catalysts of Resilience competition. ✨
Dr Phuntsho Om - recognised for excellence in collaborative Indigenous research and outstanding PhD achievement. ✨
Grace Skeggs - winner of Soroptimist International WA's public speaking competition. ✨
Georgia Masters - recipient of an inaugural bursary supporting rural medical training in regional Western Australia. ✨
Every achievement reflects the curiosity, leadership and impact that defines the UWA community - we're proud to celebrate them.

📖Read more about this month's awards and achievements: https://www.uwa.edu.au/news/article/2026/july/awards-and-achievements

💙Join us in congratulating this month's award recipients in the comments.

14/08/2026

🎓A UWA degree can take you places.

But often, it's the people you meet along the way who make the biggest impact.

A lecturer. A mentor. A classmate. A lifelong friend.

We're curious:

📚What did you study at UWA?

📍Where has your degree taken you?

💙Who helped shape that journey?

Share your story in the comments below or send us an email at [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you!

12/08/2026

🐟A single drop of water can reveal an entire ecosystem.

UWA researchers are using environmental DNA (eDNA) to understand how climate change and human activity reshaping fish biodiversity around the world - all without catching a single fish.

By analysing DNA naturally found in water, researchers can quickly monitor freshwater ecosystems and help guide future conservation efforts.

It's a fascinating example of how UWA research is combining innovation and environmental science to help protect our planet. 🌏

Read more about this groundbreaking research below:
🔗https://www.uwa.edu.au/news/article/2026/july/environmental-dna--reveals-impact-of-climate-and-humans-on-fish-biodiversity

💙Another example of UWA research making a global impact.

10/08/2026

💙The UWA alumni Making a Difference

Did you know a UWA graduate helped transform burn treatment around the world?

Professor Fiona Wood's pioneering work in skin regeneration and burns care has improved outcomes for countless patients and helped shape modern treatment practises both in Australia and internationally.

A graduate of UWA's Medical School, Professor Wood's career is a powerful reminder of the impact that one person can have through innovation, determination and commitment to helping others.

Her work has not only advanced healthcare but has also changed lives, making her one of Western Australia's most respected medical professionals.

We're proud to celebrate the achievements of UWA alumni who continue to make a difference to their communities and beyond.

💙Who tops your list of inspiring UWA graduates? Let us know in the comments

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