The Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health (SMAH) at the University of Wollongong values diversity and aims to be an equitable, diverse, and inclusive place to work and study. We embrace the University of Wollongong's commitment to principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that our continued excellence in research and education can only be achieved by attracting and retaining a diverse blend of staff and students.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which the University of Wollongong is situated and to Indigenous staff and students who study and work among us. We pay our respects to Aboriginal Elders past and present, who are the knowledge holders and teachers. We acknowledge their continued spiritual and cultural connection to Country. As we share knowledge, teaching, learning and research within this Faculty we also pay respect to the knowledge embedded forever within the Aboriginal Custodianship of Country.
We strive to be welcoming and supportive of all staff and students regardless of gender and sexual identity, ethnic and cultural background, disability, age, family/carer responsibilities, economic background, political affiliation, and religious belief. This commitment extends to all Faculty members: academic staff, professional staff, students and visitors.
We commit to an ongoing culture of improvement, applying best practice, measuring and reflecting on our progress, active pursuit of internal feedback, and promotion of these values within our Schools, Faculty, and University.
Working with staff and students from across the Faculty, the SMAH Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee will develop initiatives to support these principles. Details will be added to this page as initiatives are developed and implemented.
Our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy
The SMAH Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy defines our vision for what we want SMAH to be and the goals we need to accomplish to achieve this vision. The five overarching strategic goals will guide our actions, helping us to prioritise activities and ensure our actions lead to meaningful and agreed-upon outcomes across the Faculty.
Read the Strategy (PDF)
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Resources
- Best Practices for Inclusive Meetings guidelines (PDF)
- List of UOW Meeting Rooms (PDF) (choose Category 4 for hybrid meetings and events)
- Tips for Inclusive Teaching Environments (PDF)
- Guide for Inclusive Collection of Personal Data (PDF)
- Disability Resources
Pride Network details by Role and Unit
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Name, location and contact details |
Role at UOW |
Unit |
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Ali Kimbrough (she/her) |
Early Career Researcher (also Circus and Yoga instructor outside of academia) |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Aimee Silla (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Alex Chan (he/him) |
Lecturer |
School of Nursing |
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Brooke Conroy (she/her) |
PhD Candidate |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Clare Johnson (she/her) |
Senior Technical Officer (also first aid officer and mental health contact) |
SMAH Research Infrastructure Support Unit (RISU) |
|
Clare Murphy (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Science (SSCI) |
|
Diana King (she/her) |
Deputy Program Manager |
Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future ARC SRI (SAEF) |
|
Evangelos Pappas (he/him) |
Professor and Associate Dean |
intoHealth |
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Georgia Watson (she/her) |
Research Assistant |
Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future ARC SRI (SAEF) |
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Harriet Simpson-Southward she/her |
PhD Candidate |
School of Science (SSCI) |
|
Helen Pratt (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Nursing |
|
Jenny Fisher (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Kelly Lambert (she/her) |
Academic Program Director (Nutrition and Dietetics) |
School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS) |
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Kerry Dawes (she/her) |
Clinical Lecturer |
Graduate School of Medicine |
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Kristy Blackburn (she/her) |
Honours Administration & Professional Officer |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Laura Mothersdill (she/her) |
Senior Technical Officer and Team Leader |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Liz Halcomb (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Nursing |
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Martina Sanderson-Smith (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Science (SSCI) |
|
Megan Thomas (they/them) |
Regional Academic Leader & GP (also Associate Head of School, EDI) |
Graduate School of Medicine |
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Nicholas Deutscher (he/him) |
Academic |
School of Science (SSCI) |
|
Siobhan Heatwole (she/her) |
PhD Candidate |
School of Science (SSCI) |
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Suzy Bowdler (she/her) |
Academic |
School of Nursing |
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Yasmine Probst (she/her) |
Academic (also Associate Head of School, EDI) |
School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS) |
| Anne McMahon (she/her) Wollongong Campus |
Head of Students |
School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS) |
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Arjun Radhakrishnan |
PCOC Technical Support Officer |
PCOC (Formerly AHSRI) |
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Joel Craddock (he/him) |
Academic |
School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS) |
|
Megan Kelly (she/her) |
Academic and Head of Students |
School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS) |
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Jason Aquilina |
Senior Manager Research Operations |
SMAH Office |
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Chiara Lyon |
Faculty Engagement Coordinator |
SMAH Office |
Equity Diversity and Inclusion Calendar
Embrace a journey of inclusivity and ignite meaningful conversations. Learn of upcoming celebrations and vital acknowledgments through our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Calendar. Save the dates that resonate with you, and join the movement towards a more empowered and inclusive society.
Celebrate and reflect: Browse our UOW Inclusion Calendar
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Contacts
- Associate Dean (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion)
- Associate Heads of School (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion)
- Faculty Student Representatives
- Graduate School of Medicine – Sanaz Khanlari
- School of Medical, Indigenous & Health Sciences – EOI
- School of Nursing – Julee McDonagh
- School of Science – EOI
Higher Degree Research Student Representatives
- Expressions of interests (EOI) are being taken.
Postgraduate Faculty Student Representative
- EOI, Student Advisory Council Member
Undergraduate Faculty Student Representative
- Emma Moses, School of Nursing & Student Advisory Council Member
Onshore International Faculty Student Representative
- Bakhat Rawat, School of Science & Student Advisory Council Member