Lifestyle

More than arguments: what our Debate Club actually teaches us

Nichola Jones -
A time for connection and discussion of differences.

Student rep fundraising for Diabetes UK charity, please support me

Viktorija Afanasjevaite -
Please support me in this challenge. I dedicate this 500,000 steps for Diabetes UK in memory of my mum. I developed diabetes too but I am determined to change that.

Writing competition third place: Turning over a new leaf

Stan Wilkinson -
When I retired, I imagined my future would involve a few walks, the occasional afternoon nap, and perhaps a heroic attempt to tame the...

Writing competition winner: Sunny Days Ahead – When People Turn Over A New Leaf

Emma Roberts -
When the sun brings in a new day and a fresh start, a student is inspired to turn over a new leaf.

Turning over a new leaf

Emily Jose -
“Turning over a new leaf” for me meant taking a big leap and admitting to myself I had made a wrong decision. At 18 I...

Writing competition open: £100 voucher up for grabs!

oustudents -
The Hoot is here for you – OU students – to tell your story, and we want to hear it! Submit your entry by 25 June.

Take the Pledge this Hedgehog Awareness Week

Charon Gates -
How we can start supporting hedgehogs.

Join The Hoot team!

oustudents -
We’re looking for creative students looking to expand their skills and experience to join our Hoot team as a SiSE newsletter volunteer!

Earth Month: explore sustainability and green skills with the OU Library

The Open University Library -
The OU Library offers a range of curated resources to help you build your knowledge, develop practical skills, and take positive action to a more sustainable future.

Looking after our prickly friends

Charon Gates -
How we can look after hedgehogs during spring.

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Andrew Wilson -
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month—raising support, education, and research for men over 50. Learn more at Prostate Cancer UK.

Am I the only one who’s cold??

Rebecca Fowler-Monk -
Are you or do you know someone who feels the cold or always feels cold? I am that person.