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  • A person wrapping several small presents with a variety of coloured ribbon tied as bows on the presents.

    A sustainable Christmas: wrapping

    The Environment and Sustainability Society's top tips for wrapping gifts...

    Ciara Linehan
    by Ciara Linehan 1 year ago1 year ago
  • Pink and blue background with large text saying 'Celebrating Trans Heroes' and an image of a person holding the transgender flag below.

    Happy Trans Awareness Week! (13-19 Nov 2024)

    The theme for this Trans Awareness Week is ‘Celebrating Trans Heroes’ and here at the Association we want to spotlight the trans heroes that inspire...

    oustudents
    by oustudents 1 year ago1 year ago
  • The words 'Open to new opportunities' written in white on a black background.
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    Job opportunities for international students

    My name is Isabelle and I am the Representative for International Students with the OU Students Association. This article is about finding international vacancies.

    Isabelle Hoyet
    by Isabelle Hoyet 1 year ago1 year ago
  • Two hands holding sparklers under a dusky sky.

    November to December 2024: What’s on: events for your diary

    Meet other students, grow your study skills, attend careers workshops and more!

    The OU and You
    by The OU and You 1 year ago1 year ago
  • A tree in the sunshine on the OU campus, with a caption saying 'The OU and You': What's on: events for your diary 2024'.

    August to October 2024: What’s on: events for your diary

    Meet fellow students, hone your study skills, and explore new tools to support your learning. All events featured are suitable for students at all levels.

    The OU and You
    by The OU and You 2 years ago2 years ago
  • Multi-coloured characters on the side of a bath. They say '123 OU'.

    Five things you realise when studying, while caring for a newborn

    Studying can be a challenge at the best of times, but here’s what I learnt when I completed my module while on maternity leave.

    Kate Dungate
    by Kate Dungate 2 years ago2 years ago
  • The Association logo next to the words '2024 Conference' on a sky blue background. The text 'Resolutions Debate' is underneath.

    Conference 2024 Debates

    Five reasons to attend one (or more!) of our Conference debates.

    oustudents
    by oustudents 2 years ago1 year ago
  • A green of purple flowers on the OU campus. Next to this is the text 'The OU and You: What's On – Events For Your Diary', folowed by the Association and OU logos.

    April to June 2024: What’s on: events for your diary

    We've hand-picked 12 brilliant workshops and interactive sessions, which can be accessed online wherever you are in the world.

    The OU and You
    by The OU and You 2 years ago2 years ago
  • A wintry landscape, with a circle saying 'The OU and You: What's On: New Year, New You'. Below this are the Association and Open University logos.

    What’s on: New year, new you!

    Upcoming events to get your studies off to a great start…

    The OU and You
    by The OU and You 2 years ago2 years ago
  • 'Holiday Countdown 2023: Top Tips for Keeping Safe Online this Holiday Season' on a dark blue background above the OU Students Association logo. The left hand side shows a lock and computer circuitry.

    Holiday Countdown 2023: Top Tips for Keeping Safe Online this Holiday Season

    The Holidays are a time for giving, and also scamming! Keep yourself protected with these top tips courtesy of the OU Information Security team.

    Eleanor Sear
    by Eleanor Sear 2 years ago2 years ago
  • A woman singing while on wireless headphones and looking at her phone.

    Five musical playlists to help you study this fall & winter

    As much as you want to hide under your blankets this time of year, you have some studying to do! Why not let the music...

    Stephanie Requena
    by Stephanie Requena 2 years ago2 years ago
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    What’s On Guide for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Freshers 2023

    As the curtain rises on your exciting chapter at the OU Students Association, it's time to explore what we offer on the topic of Equality,...

    Linda Aradi
    by Linda Aradi 3 years ago1 year ago

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