Open Outlook - June 2023

Photo of the Gaia earth artwork at Glasgow Science Festival

Find out more about the latest news from The Open University in Scotland with our newsletter Open Outlook - June 2023

This issue includes:​​

  • Annual review highlights our impact across Scotland
  • Scotland’s rarely seen wildlife is revealed to all
  • Two-thirds of Scotland's SMEs report skills shortages
  • Edinburgh International Book Festival
  • Art and science meet at Summer Solstice Week
  • Glasgow Science Festival brought to you by OU
  • Highland artist wins Learner of the Year Award

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20 June 2023

News

Katie Palmer sitting on a seat in a theatre auditorium

Comedy business lands serious returns from laughter

A 10-week online marketing course from the OU in Scotland has transformed the fortunes of Edinburgh-based comedy entrepreneur Katie Palmer, leading to equity-free funding and her first employee hire.

19th March 2026
Naomi Brown with her son

Student who rebuilt her life helps Aberdeen's youths find theirs

OU in Scotland graduate is helping to transform youth mental health support in Aberdeen through business venture.

18th February 2026

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