Welcome to UOWD On-Air, the official podcast of the University of Wollongong Dubai. Unleashing the power of academic innovation, we delve into the minds of trailblazing educators, pioneering researchers, and future-forward students. Our mission? To inspire, enlighten, and engage as we navigate the landscape of higher education and beyond.
Tune in to UOWD On-Air, where academic brilliance meets the power of voice.
How to Fight Isolation and Authentically Connect with People During Online Learning
In this episode of UOWD On-Air, Dr Diya Ganguly, a British Chartered Psychologist and UOWD’s Student Counsellor, joins Maha Shahzad Qayyum, a Year 2 Psychological Science student and Head Secretary of the Psychology Society at UOWD, to discuss how students can build meaningful relationships and stay emotionally connected during online learning.
Why do students still feel disconnected despite constantly being online? How can students build authentic friendships in digital environments? And what small steps can help people feel more connected, supported, and understood during uncertain times?
Drawing on psychological research and student experiences, the conversation explores why being connected online doesn’t always lead to real human connection, the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in friendships, and practical ways students can strengthen their emotional well-being and sense of belonging.
21 May 2026
How Students Can Stop Procrastinating & Increase Motivation
In this episode of UOWD On-Air, Dr Diya Ganguly, a British Chartered Psychologist and UOWD’s Student Counsellor, joins Maha Shahzad Qayyum, a Year 2 Psychological Science student and Head Secretary of the Psychology Society at UOWD, to discuss the psychology behind procrastination, motivation, and academic pressure.
26 Jun 2025
Empathy, AI & the Future of Marketing
Jemma Starzecki and Dr. Rumaila Abbas explore the intersection of empathy and AI in marketing, discussing how brands integrate both, in a conversation moderated by Professor Payyazhi Jayashree, in this interview episode.
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