Open Outlook - November 2019

A child looking through a magnifying glass

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland by clicking here for the November 2019 issue of Open Outlook.

This issue includes:

Our dynamic earth, oceans and cosmos explored in interactive events
Celebrations at degree ceremonies in Glasgow
New exhibitions celebrate Jennie Lee, Scottish founder of the OU
Three new college partnerships announced

Skills shortages cost Scottish businesses £360 million
Gordon Brown says the OU is a “national treasure”
Major international education conference hosted in Scotland
Roadshow brings events to employers across Scotland
Blue Planet II and Moons talks across Scotland
Catherine Simpson, author and OU alumnus, explores the power of writing
Dr Julie McElroy, OU student and disability rights campaigner, gives TEDx talk

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News

Parisa Shirazi (left), Senior Policy, Projects and Participation Officer at Children in Scotland and Amanda Devi Fakeerah (right), OU Graduate and Children in Scotland Intern

Children in Scotland partnership helps graduate thrive through internship

A partnership with the OU in Scotland has helped children’s charity Children in Scotland find the right intern for their project needs and given an OU graduate invaluable work experience.

14th May 2026

OU's Team Scotland members for the Babson Challenge.

Students rise to global challenge to tackle period poverty

A team of students from the OU in Scotland have reached the finals of an international competition, after developing a business idea aimed at tackling period poverty and gender equality, keeping girls in education.

29th April 2026

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