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Business Barometer 2025

Employers and Gen Z have a shared opportunity to shape Scotland’s future

A new report from The Open University finds that while employers face shortages, young people are motivated and ready to make an impact.

24th June 2025
Jenny Holl holding gold medal

Open Outlook - June 2025

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland with the June 2025 issue of Open Outlook.

23rd June 2025
Prof Sir Geoff Palmer CD wearing his OU honorary graduate robes

Remembering Honorary Graduate Prof Sir Geoff Palmer

We are deeply saddened by the death of Prof Sir Godfrey (Geoff) Palmer CD, OU Honorary Graduate and distinguished advocate for education, equality and social justice.

13th June 2025
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Universities share joint focus on dementia in Dumfries

The OU in Scotland and UWS have shared their joint commitment to improving the lives of those with dementia in the Dumfries area.

4th June 2025
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Rural Business Bootcamp launched for Female Entrepreneurs

The OU in Scotland and SRUC have announced a new initiative to empower women in entrepreneurship with the launch of a Rural Business Bootcamp.

28th May 2025
A Converge graphic of a loudspeaker with the text, A new chapter begins: 2025 cohort announced.

Enterprising OU students picked for nationwide business programme

Three OU in Scotland students have been chosen for the prestigious Converge programme 2025 cohort, with the chance to win a share of a £400,000-plus prize pot.

22nd May 2025
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5 easy habits for a longer, healthier, happier life: OU announces challenge empowering UK to age well

The month-long Take Five to Age Well challenge will build a movement of people committed to ageing well behaviours, with a lasting impact on their health and well-being.

8th April 2025
OU graduate Jade Ormiston wearing her graduation gown and with her child.

Open Outlook - March 2025

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland with the March 2025 issue of Open Outlook.

24th March 2025
Primary school pupils working on an art project together

OU research and kids’ art challenge policy makers on sustainability

An innovative research project, Art for Action, is set to showcase the voices of young people through art, addressing pressing sustainability issues.

7th March 2025
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The Crichton Trust awarded OU funding for Greenspace Project

The Crichton Trust in Dumfries has been awarded funding from The OU's Open Societal Challenges programme as part of the second wave of their 'Challenge Us!' competition.

15th January 2025

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