6 top tips for honing productivity
It can be difficult staying productive at the best of times, especially in the middle of a pandemic – so we asked our community of OU…
Browsing: Student stories
Marnie and Martin prove age is no barrier to study
You’re never too old to learn as the saying goes and the OU proves how much that rings true as we help celebrate Lifelong Learning Week…
National Care Leavers Week – Antony’s story
To mark National Care Leavers Week (26 October – 1 November), OU alumni, current student and employee, Antony shares his story. Having grown up in the…
“Sport was always a part of me – it was in my DNA”
As The Open University continues to celebrate Black History Month, Darren Harris, blind Paralympian, footballer, public speaker and honorary OU graduate with a post-doctorate diploma in…
Final chance to apply for the Carers Scholarships Fund
With applications for The Open University’s Carers Scholarships Fund due to close on Friday, don’t miss your chance to apply for the scheme before it’s too…
‘The OU helped me to become a published author!’
“I always dreamed of becoming an author,” says OU graduate Shereen. “But it wasn’t something I realised again until I had taken time off from my…
A new journey for disabled veterans like Daniel
After joining the Army at just 16 years old, OU student Daniel Bingley was flying high in a military career when a terrible injury turned his…
From the forces to the courtroom: Kate’s story
When Kate Moth was medically discharged from the Army in 2016, she began doubting her sense of self and had no idea what she was supposed…
‘Anything that helps people to experience what I’ve experienced is to be treasured’ – applications remain open for the OU’s Carers Scholarships Fund
Applications remain open for The Open University’s Carers Scholarships Fund until the end of July, and with the option to defer your start date to September…
How OU students are making a difference during global pandemic
OU students work so hard and the university is incredibly proud of them for studying while juggling full-time jobs, childcare and other responsibilities. On top of…
