Get involved

The OU Students Association connects students with support, resources, opportunities, and each other. We are the collective and representative voice of OU students, lobbying for changes and improvements both within the University and beyond, and our cause is strengthened by each student who gets involved.

Volunteering With so many interesting opportunities available throughout the academic year, it's so easy to get involved with the OU student community!
Community Hub The Open University Students Association is at the heart of a vibrant and active OU student community.
Clubs and societies Find out more about our range of clubs and societies, all set up by students, for students and alumni.
Support Groups At the Association, we have some great groups which are here to support our students throughout their Open University journey.
OU Students Connect Learn all about our new chat platform 'OU Students Connect', made for students to easily interact and get to know each other!
The Hoot magazine The Hoot is our online student magazine, filled with blogs, stories, articles and quizzes from OU students and the Association.
University Challenge Find out about the Open University on University Challenge and how to apply.
Annual Membership Survey
National Student Survey Discover more about the National Student Survey, where we invite our students to feedback on their study experience.
Sign up for news If you're keen to hear more from your Association, we currently have three regular newsletters.
Podcast Have a listen to our podcast – The Association Conversation Station.