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Open Outlook - November 2019

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Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland by clicking here for the November 2019 issue of Open Outlook

This issue includes:

  • Our dynamic earth, oceans and cosmos explored in interactive events
  • Celebrations at degree ceremonies in Glasgow
  • New exhibitions celebrate Jennie Lee, Scottish founder of the OU
  • Three new college partnerships announced
  • Skills shortages cost Scottish businesses £360 million
  • Gordon Brown says the OU is a “national treasure” 
  • Major international education conference hosted in Scotland
  • Roadshow brings events to employers across Scotland
  • Blue Planet II and Moons talks across Scotland
  • Catherine Simpson, author and OU alumnus, explores the power of writing
  • Dr Julie McElroy, OU student and disability rights campaigner, gives TEDx talk

You can subscribe to receive this quarterly e-newsletter by emailing Scotland-External-Affairs@open.ac.uk

News

Sylvia Warnecke speaking at the Scots Language course launch event

Scots Language Programme awarded GTCS Professional Recognition

The OU in Scotland’s Scots Language and Culture Teacher Professional Learning Programme has been granted Professional Recognition by the GTC for Scotland. 

10th December 2024
OU graduate Nicola Hehir wearing an OU graduation gown and holding her baby.

Scottish mums considering retraining for new career

Nearly two-thirds of Scottish mums want to retrain for a new career but money, time and guilt hold them back, according to findings from the OU.

13th November 2024
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