My experience of embarking on my Open University degree, while working full time!
At the ripe age of 29 I began my journey towards a degree in Creative Writing, while working full time. Here is how I did...
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A Lockdown Poem
Resident #OUstudentsHQ poet, Sandra, shares a touching poem about the lockdown and being kind to yourself...
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5 Reasons to Vote in Student Elections
For those of you wondering if you should vote in the elections, here are five reasons why voting can make a real difference...
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Being an OU Student: Tips and tricks
In this article, Tala has compiled some of the most useful tips she's picked up throughout her first year as an OU student.
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What’s happening during Freshers?
Freshers is coming up from 25 January – 7 February, so here’s how both new and returning students can get involved...
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Freshers 2021 is here
From 20 Sept – 3 Oct 2021 there will be a fortnight of online events, competitions and more for both new and continuing students...
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Introducing… #TeamOU 2022!
“It was an absolute honour and a dream come true to be part of the OU team." - Jess Baker
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Managing our worries in worrying times
Neill Boddington, an OU mental health advisor, has some tips for managing our worries and helping you to be more resilient.
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The Pomodoro method
"...but it had the Ravenclaw suit in the thumbnail, and as any nerd would say, I had to click."
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Merry Christmas in 15 different languages
Want to impress people at your Christmas party? Or confuse your family with your new found knowledge? Here's how to say Merry Christmas in 15...
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Welcome to The Hoot!
It's the start of something new! Welcome to The Hoot, a magazine site for OU students...
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You’ve got your results – now what?
Disappointing results don't have to be the end of the road
