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Flash Fiction Competition: Epiphanies! - Green Stories Project Green Stories is running a flash fiction competition for stories under 500 words on the theme of β€˜epiphanies’. Deadline 27th August 2025. The writing competition invites writers to submit a story abou...

Our new #FlashFiction #competition has launched. We're asking for <500 words about moments of #epiphany where attitudes/behaviours change for the greener – see www.greenstories.org.uk/flash-fictio... Β£1000 ($1200) worth of prizes. #writerslife #WritingCommmunity

06.06.2025 11:28 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 15    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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On the longest day of the year, a group of brave hikers travelled to Yorkshire to tackle the Three Peaks challenge for OUSET, a charity that supports OU students complete their studies. ⛰️

Open SU Wales Rep Michael Jones has shared his experience of the journey with us: oustudents.co/46HJQo9

01.08.2025 10:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’¬ Results Day Support from Open SU.

Got questions or concerns about your results? You're not alone. The Individual Representation Team is here to offer direct support for a variety of appeals, complaints and cases impacting OU students on results day and all year round.

πŸ”— oustudents.co/45c1EX7

22.07.2025 14:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Amazing work, Clare! Congratulations πŸ‘

22.07.2025 09:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Congratulations on your results, Dane! πŸ‘

22.07.2025 09:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Happy 2025 results day Open University students.

Happy 2025 results day Open University students.

The hard work you have put in has paid off! No matter where this day takes you emotionally, it’s a milestone. Reflect on every step you have taken. 

We know for many of you this will be a day of celebration and you should be very proud of everything you have achieved. 

Be sure to share what you’re proudest of with us in the comments to be in it to win it.

The hard work you have put in has paid off! No matter where this day takes you emotionally, it’s a milestone. Reflect on every step you have taken. We know for many of you this will be a day of celebration and you should be very proud of everything you have achieved. Be sure to share what you’re proudest of with us in the comments to be in it to win it.

We also know that your results may not be what you were looking for.

We want to remind you that you are not alone and everything you have done is a step in the right direction.

There is no one way to handle today, put yourself first and remind yourself of how far you have come.

We also know that your results may not be what you were looking for. We want to remind you that you are not alone and everything you have done is a step in the right direction. There is no one way to handle today, put yourself first and remind yourself of how far you have come.

Looking for advice or support?

We want to remind you that you are not alone and everything you have done is a step in the right direction.

There is no one way to handle today, put yourself first and remind yourself of how far you have come.

Looking for advice or support? We want to remind you that you are not alone and everything you have done is a step in the right direction. There is no one way to handle today, put yourself first and remind yourself of how far you have come.

Happy Results Day! πŸ‘
We understand that as OU students, many of you juggle life, work, and everything in between whilst working on your study goals, and you should be so proud of the work you have put in.

#OUResults #OpenUniversity #OpenUni #OUStudents #ResultsDay

22.07.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of Amy Rollinson in a purple, pink and black swimsuit. She has her dark hair tied up in a ponytail and is looking downwards.

A photo of Amy Rollinson in a purple, pink and black swimsuit. She has her dark hair tied up in a ponytail and is looking downwards.

A photo of Amy mid-dive in an impressive back tuck position.

A photo of Amy mid-dive in an impressive back tuck position.

Amy Rollinson, a British Diving Champion who, alongside studying Psychology at the Open University, is gearing up to compete in the World Aquatics Championships this August πŸŠπŸΌβ€β™€οΈ

We spoke with Amy to Find out more about how she fits studying around her training schedule.

πŸ”— oustudents.co/4njiw5k

25.06.2025 09:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This Pride month, whether you're looking for support and connection, or you're keen to learn more- we've put together a list of resources to get you started!✨

🌈 Head to our website for more LGBTQIA+ resources: oustudents.co/4jVHbd8

18.06.2025 14:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Don't miss your chance to sign up for the free student meet-up on Saturday 5 July!

There’s plenty to get involved with including:

🎨 Block printing workshop
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈβ€βž‘οΈ Biodiversity tours
πŸ–ŒοΈ Crafting session
🌞 Outdoor games
✍️ Creative writing workshop
πŸͺ΄ How to plant for free

πŸ”— oustudents.co/3SU5DAQ

17.06.2025 10:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Answer in description!πŸ‘‡

Join a fun and interactive online session of 'How bad are bananas?' this Friday, all about understanding your impact on our environment - and finding smarter, greener swapsπŸ’š

πŸ”—https://oustudents.co/4kR1fPv

βœ…Answer: 1kg vine tomatoes has a higher carbon footprint!

10.06.2025 08:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of three friends eating pizza together. It reads 'big students meet up. Saturday 5 July. Milton Keynes Campus, Free Event.'

A photo of three friends eating pizza together. It reads 'big students meet up. Saturday 5 July. Milton Keynes Campus, Free Event.'

Join us for the Big Student Meet Up! πŸŽ‰

Whether you're just starting your degree or finishing your final module, come on down to the OU Milton Keynes campus on Saturday 5 July for a jam-packed day of workshops, activities and a tour of the beautiful campus.

Book your free space: lnkd.in/ejAGiVMR

09.06.2025 09:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Text re ads: 'OU Pride crafternoon. Creative writing with Kit. Wednesday 11 June, 6pm until 7pm.' It features a photo of someone writing and the OU pride logo.

Text re ads: 'OU Pride crafternoon. Creative writing with Kit. Wednesday 11 June, 6pm until 7pm.' It features a photo of someone writing and the OU pride logo.

Join the OU Pride group's Vice President Kit for a Creative writing Crafternoon! This is your moment to express yourself, reflect, and connect under the leadership of Kit this Pride Month.

Bring a notebook, an open mind, and write with pride.

πŸ”— oustudents.co/43NgCkj

06.06.2025 10:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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"I know how powerful it is to feel seen, to have someone in your corner, and to know your voice matters."

For Lauren, amplifying your voice is a priority, creating a safe space - where every identity matters - for students to feel empowered, included, and recognised.

πŸ”—https://oustudents.co/3ZbZ8gk

05.06.2025 10:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're here to support and stand up for you - OU Students everywhere!

For us, becoming a Union is about making our purpose - to have a positive impact on all OU students - clearer & more accessible, so we can represent and empower even more studentsπŸ’™

04.06.2025 12:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of an LGBTQIA+ flag. It says 'happy pride month 2025. From your open su.'

A photo of an LGBTQIA+ flag. It says 'happy pride month 2025. From your open su.'

Happy Pride Month from Open SU! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

We’re proud to stand with all LGBTQIA+ students and will continue to build a welcoming and inclusive space for all. Watch this space for what we've got going on for Pride throughout June!

02.06.2025 12:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Distance learning doesn't have to mean going through your OU journey aloneπŸ’™

Whether you're looking for representation, somewhere to meet other students & get involved in the community, or a way to boost your skillset and volunteer, Open SU is here for you.

πŸ”—https://oustudents.co/43mlKNE

02.06.2025 09:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How did we become Open SU?

After discussions around our awareness sparked the idea of a full rebrand, we took it to a vote with OU students at our 2024 Conference!

Students supported the change, and were involved every step of the way to make Open SU what it is todayπŸ’™

oustudents.co/3ZDhF56

30.05.2025 12:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈDetective mode: on

To celebrate our new chapter as Open SU, we've put on a scavenger hunt for you!

Connect the clues around our website to determine a four-part code – get it right and you’ll be in with a chance to win one of our Open SU-themed goodie bags.

πŸ”— oustudents.co/3F4mwWd

Closes 5 June

29.05.2025 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Want to save time keeping up to date on all things Open SU? We’ve got youβœ¨πŸ“°

Sign up to our newsletter, and every month you’ll get an email filled with highlights from our latest news, upcoming events, and opportunities available to you!

πŸ”—https://oustudents.co/4koQmUD

28.05.2025 08:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Celebrating the OU Students Association | Open SU Rebrand
YouTube video by OUstudents Celebrating the OU Students Association | Open SU Rebrand

As we move forward as The Open SU, we honour the legacy of the OU Students Association, that includes decades of student-led change, advocacy, and community-building.

That history is not behind us. It is the foundation we build on as we continue onto our next chapter.

27.05.2025 07:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Accessibility at the Open SU
YouTube video by OUstudents Accessibility at the Open SU

Accessibility is at the heart of everything we do, including how we managed our new look.

Open SU Deputy President Andrew gives us a peek behind the curtain on how we ensured the new branding considered accessibility throughout the process πŸ”₯

πŸ”— oustudents.co/4dtbiXQ

23.05.2025 09:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A repeating pattern of the Open SU logo in light blue on a blue and teal gradient background.

A repeating pattern of the Open SU logo in light blue on a blue and teal gradient background.

We're the Open SU, the Students Union of @openuniversity.bsky.social.

We’re new around here, but we’ve been about for a while. We’ve just launched a fresh new look, so whether you're already an SU regular or this is your first time hearing about us, we've got you covered!

πŸ”— oustudents.co/3YVZpnq

22.05.2025 09:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Welcome to the Open SU | An introduction to our rebrand
YouTube video by OUstudents Welcome to the Open SU | An introduction to our rebrand

Introducing the Open SU, the Open University Students Union.

Join us for our next chapter as we continue to offer you the same opportunities, support and representation, with an updated look and refreshed vision.🫢

Your Union. Your voice. Your community.

πŸ”— oustudents.co/3F4mwWd

21.05.2025 13:49 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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