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OU graduates Alana Taylor and Elizabeth Newell wearing OU graduation robes.

Open Outlook - November 2024

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland with the November 2024 issue of Open Outlook.

4th November 2024
Steven Bell, wearing graduation robes and holding up a ring box to Clark Edgar, in front of giant letters OU.

OU grad's birthday, graduation and proposal all in one day

In a joyful finale to the OU's 50th anniversary of its first-ever degree ceremony in Scotland, graduate Steven took centre stage again, this time to propose to his partner Clark.  

29th October 2024
An OU graduate walking across the stage at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, holding up a graduation scroll.

Open University in Scotland Celebrates 50th Anniversary at Degree Ceremony

The OU is marking a historic milestone as it celebrates the 50th anniversary of its first-ever degree ceremony in Scotland. This year’s event will see 660 graduates cross the stage in Glasgow.

25th October 2024
Eunice Olumide wearing an OU honorary graduate gown and holding a graduation scroll.

Fashion icon and changemaker Eunice Olumide receives OU Honorary Degree

International supermodel, artist and activist Eunice Olumide is being awarded an Honorary Degree from the OU in Scotland, in recognition of her trailblazing career and tireless work advocating for social justice, diversity, and eco-sustainability. 

25th October 2024
Bruce Eunson, Sylvia Warnecke and Jamie Fairbairn

OU course for teachers wins Scots Language Award

The OU's Scots Language Teacher Professional Learning Programme has won the title of ‘Scots Educational Project O The Year’ at the Scots Language Awards 2024.

20th September 2024
Two people in conversation, smiling

Lingo Flamingo Wins Award for Innovative Dementia Work

Lingo Flamingo, a Scottish charity providing language lessons to older adults and people living with dementia, has been named one of the winners of the OU's ‘Challenge Us!’ competition.

18th September 2024
The Pledge Partners

Open University in Scotland joins Pathways Forward Pledge

The Open University in Scotland has announced our participation as a Pledge partner in the Pathways Forward initiative, to support and empower women in entrepreneurship. 

27th August 2024
Left to right: Susan Stewart (The Open University), Yasmin Sulaiman (CodeBaseTechscaler), and Jane Grant (The Open University)

CodeBase partners with OU to boost co-learning and entrepreneurship

Distance learning pioneer, The OU, will partner with CodeBase’s Techscaler initiative, the Scottish Government’s tech startup programme run by CodeBase.

19th August 2024
Kate Signorini, Susan Stewart and Martin Boyle

Martin Boyle joins OU in Scotland as Depute Director

Martin Boyle has been appointed as Depute Director at The OU in Scotland, overseeing Strategy, Planning and Resources and be part of Scotland’s leadership team. 

12th August 2024
Two students in their graduation robes embracing in front of a large OU sign

Open University top in Scotland for student satisfaction

The Open University in Scotland has been ranked first for overall student satisfaction amongst all universities in Scotland in the National Student Survey 2024.

10th July 2024

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