5 ways to celebrate the OU’s 50th
On Tuesday 23rd April it will be 50 years since The Open University was awarded its Royal Charter back in 1969. And it’s been a blast.…
Browsing: The Open University at 50
Spotlight on OU Research Projects at 50
As The Open University celebrates its 50 anniversary, we look back at some of the research projects which have shaped the course of OU research over…
Following in his mother’s footsteps
For Marva and Adrian Rollins, a passion for education and helping others is something which runs in the family. Marva, who recently received an OBE from…
A life-changing accident inspired a new career
Steven Ryan started out his career as a bricklayer but he unfortunately suffered a life-changing accident which left him unable to walk for two years. However,…
Spotlight on OU Researchers at 50
As The Open University celebrates its 50th anniversary, we take a look back at some of the key people who have influenced the course of OU…
“Being Chancellor was a great privilege” – Baroness Betty Boothroyd’s message of support as The Open University turns 50
Meeting thousands of graduates during her time as Chancellor of The Open University, Baroness Betty Boothroyd says having this role at the OU “was a great…
Studying while serving overseas
Felix Asare-Donkoh, 30, joined the armed forces soon after completing his A-levels in Cardiff, but realised he was still keen to continue his education. Usually, this…
“The OU gave me a head start” says UK’s youngest Law graduate
Zahra Alidina knew from a young age that she wanted to be a barrister and wasted no time in pursuing her dream. After sitting her GCSEs…
BBC documentary marks 50 years of OU
The BBC marks a half century of The Open University with a new, hour-long documentary capturing the journey of our institution over the last 50 years.…
’50 Years’ photography collection launched
The Open University is marking its 50th year anniversary this month by telling its remarkable story through the power of photographs, in a collection released today.…
