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Mental Health, Academia, and the PhD journey

The OU Library has been investing in resources that support academics and research students.Here are some highlights.

15th August 2024

Library Research Support drop-in sessions

Drop in for advice on data management, open access publishing, navigating libary services, and to learn more about our repositories.

16th May 2024

The next round of recruitment for Student Representatives is open

Would you like to use your knowledge and experience to enhance the teaching and learning experience of OU students? Want to expand your CV whilst benefiting others? Apply now to be a Student Representative! There are 15 research-specific vacancies.

13th May 2024

University Mental Health Day and PGR Wellbeing Support Groups

January's pilot peer PGR Wellbeing Support Group had good feedback from participants, and we plan to run further cohorts from Summer/Autumn this year.

14th March 2024

Improving book borrowing at the OU Library

Upgrade to book loan system makes it easier for staff and PGRs to renew and recall books that are on loan from our collection.

29th January 2024

How did the OU Library work for you last year? 2022/23

Explore the value of engaging with the Library from our latest insight work.

4th January 2024

How to acknowledge generative AI (such as ChatGPT) in your work

Learn how to reference and acknowledge the use of generative AI tools like Chat GPT in your work.

6th November 2023

New collection of legacy research papers on ORO

To coincide with World Digital Preservation Day, the OU Library announce a new collection of Legacy Research Papers on ORO.

1st November 2023

Research approval advice drop-in sessions

Research Approval Advice drop-in sessions are now available for those seeking advice relating to securing approvals for their research.

19th October 2023

Open Research Community launched

An Open Research Community has been launched for researchers and research support staff across the OU.

6th October 2023

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