University of Wollongong Collections
Overview
This page contains an overview of the various Collections maintained across
the University of Wollongong, along with links to individual collection web sites/contact details.
More information on some of the collections is also included on the following sites:
Aquatic Invertebrate Collection
This collection is predominantly for research purposes and includes
voucher specimens of invertebrates from streams in the Illawarra (predominantly
arthropods), as well as sponges and ascidians of the Illawarra and South
Coast. In addition to specimens, colour slides of many of the marine invertebrates
are also held.
Location: School of Biological Sciences (Building 35)
Contact: Andy Davis. Ph: 02 4221 3432
Campus Tree Walk
Initially developed by University Landscape Supervisor Leon Fuller in
1975, a program of propagating indigenous trees and shrubs has resulted
in diversified walks within the Keira Green Corridor. The walks have established
themselves as a fun and interactive learning tool for students and local
enthusiasts. A separate Guide to the walk is available.
Location: University Campus
Web site: Campus Tree Walk
Geology Collection
This important teaching and research collection includes some 20,000
geological specimens (rocks, minerals and fossils). Highlights include
a complete collection of local coals and the Howard Worner Collection.
Location: School of Geosciences (Building 15)
Contact: Penny Williamson. Ph: 02 4221 4075
Janet Cosh Herbarium
A regional herbarium for the Illawarra, used for the continual development
of research and teaching of Botany. The core of the collection consists
of the work of Janet Cosh, grand-daughter of Louisa Atkinson. Highlights
include over 5000 plant specimens, 35 field note books, 200 books, 150
maps, 1000 slides, and many photographs and illustrations of local flora.
Location: School of Biological Sciences (Building 35)
Web site: Janet
Cosh Herbarium
Map Library
A working collection to support the teaching and research requirements
of the School of Geosciences. Includes some 30,000 maps, 10,000 air photos,
and 500 atlases.
Location: School of Geosciences (Building 15)
Contact: Richard Miller. Ph: 02 4221 3714
Science Centre and Planetarium
The Science Centre is a community project operated by the University
of Wollongong. It provides an exciting, hands-on environment to encourage
science literacy within the community, catering to local and regional school
groups. Highlights include the Planetarium and interactive science and
technology displays.
Location: Campus East, Cowper Street, Fairy Meadow
Web site: Science Centre and Planetarium
Sculpture Collection
Works by Australian sculptors are located within the buildings and grounds
of the University as part of the University Art Collection. Highlights include works by Bert Flugelman.
Location: University Campus
Web site: University Art Collection
University Archives
The University Archives includes a range of manuscripts, along with
published and pictorial material pertaining to the history of the
University and of the Illawarra region in general, with an
emphasis on
labour history and politics.
Location: University Library (Building 16)
Web site: University Archives
University Art Collection
The University Art Collection comprises some 1,100 individual works,
includes paintings, prints, textiles and sculptures by eminent Australian
artists such as Lloyd Rees, Arthur Boyd, Judy Watson and Emily Kngwarreye.
The Collection is distributed throughout the campus. There are also three
exhibiting galleries located in the Faculty of Creative Arts.
Location: University Campus
Web site: University Art Collection
Woolyungah Indigenous Centre Collection
This collection includes research, teaching and study resources mainly
for Aboriginal Studies staff and students, but also available for Aboriginal
community access. It includes books, extracts from documents and manuscripts,
audio-visual materials, and a collection of tools, weapons, implements,
some photographs, paintings and other cultural artefacts.
Location: Woolyungah Indigenous Centre (Building 30)
Web site: Woolyungah Indigenous Centre
Yirrkala Art Collection
A teaching collection resulting from an artistic exchange between artists
of the Yirrkala, Northern Territory, and artists from the Faculty of Creative
Arts. Works include textiles, prints and paintings by contemporary Aboriginal
artists.
Location: Faculty of Creative Arts (Building 25)
Contact: Sue Blanchfield. Ph: 02 4221 4433
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