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Studying with a chronic illness as a student rep

Hear from Scarlet, our Disabled Students Group Events Officer, on her experience studying with chronic illness.

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The OU Trans Action Plan has arrived

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities: a personal reflection from our Disabled Students Rep

"Disability isn’t a lesson in inspiration, but a reality that deserves understanding and meaningful support"

Fri 28 Nov 2025

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The evidence behind teaching: why your voice is vital

Tue 25 Nov 2025

Meet your new LGBTQIA+ Rep

Fri 21 Nov 2025

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Transgender Day of Remembrance – a personal reflection from the Chair of OU Pride

Thu 20 Nov 2025

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Book Club: 12th December; Microsoft Teams

Saturday Morning Coffee and Chat: 13th December; Microsoft Teams

Birmingham Face to Face Meet-Up: 13th December; Waterstones Coffee Shop (First Floor), 24-26 High Street, Birmingham

International OU Students Online Meet-Up: 13th December; Microsoft Teams

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