The Open University in Ireland

We are thrilled to announce that Joy-Tendai Kangere, barrister and passionate advocate for lifelong learning, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate at The Open University's ceremony today in Dublin’s Croke Park! Joy’s incredible journey from Zimbabwe to Ireland, overcoming adversity, and achieving her dream of becoming a barrister is truly inspirational. “Education has been a lifeline for me. It empowered me to rise from adversity and help others who are in difficult situations. I am proud to stand here as a testament to the power of lifelong learning.” – Joy-Tendai Kangere #OUFamily

Assistant Director of The OU in Ireland, Michael Bower, has a few words for anyone crossing the stage today. #OUFamily

An Open University researcher has made a breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic resistance, discovering potential new antibiotics in the brine of an historic English spa town. Dr Michael Macey, a specialist in extremophiles, found unique microbes capable of inhibiting the growth of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, the superbug more commonly known as MRSA. This exciting discovery could help address the global health crisis of antibiotic resistance. The research is part of the OU’s Open Societal Challenges and highlights the potential of exploring extreme environments for medical advances. Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/E0vp50TGEkm #OUResearch

We're only one week away from our Dublin Degree Ceremony. Here are some of the photo highlights from last year's ceremony. We can't wait to celebrate with you next week. Get involved by using #OUFamily

The OU’s OpportunityHub has the latest job vacancies and placement opportunities. You can search for jobs and work experience based on a variety of aspects including occupations, type of work and locations. You can also book an appointment with a careers adviser, or book to attend careers events. You'll need to sign in as a student to see these services. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eCVWMgw #OUFamily

Today is the registration deadline for our internationally recognised triple-accredited MBA degree. Don’t miss out. Start your application now: https://ow.ly/vop050TC3BT #OUMBA #TheFutureIsOpen

As a teenager in India, Dr Anushree Srivastava was captivated by space exploration after watching the Columbia shuttle mission. This passion eventually led her to The Open University, where she completed a PhD in Astrobiology. Now, as a Postdoctoral Fellow with #NASA, she's part of a team investigating whether life ever existed on Mars. Her path from an OU Ph.D. to NASA is a testament to the power of following your dreams. Read Anushree’s inspiring story here: https://ow.ly/Xaq150TGAju #WomenInSTEM #worldspaceweek2024 #OUResearch

Austeja, a 20-year-old Open University student from Co. Wicklow, is balancing managing her educational start up alongside her OU study. Austeja advises students who are working while studying to contact their Student Support Teams and tutors for assistance throughout their studies. Read Austeja’s inspiring story here: https://ow.ly/GCRc50Tv63Y #OUFamily

The Open University is excited to launch the Open Business Creators Fund for disabled entrepreneurs. Part of our mission with Open Business Creators at The Open University is to reduce inequalities in the entrepreneurial landscape by providing equitable access to support and funding, and championing under-represented and under-estimated founders. We will be selecting 5 early-stage businesses to provide £2500 each and 10 ideas to provide £1250 each. This fund is open to anyone resident in the UK or Republic of Ireland with lived experience of a disability. If this resonates with you, then you are welcome to participate. The submission deadline is 25 October 2024. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/yNff50TEcxV

Our inner lives are what make us human, but it's only recently that society has begun to recognise the rich emotional and imaginative life of those on the autistic spectrum. Drawing partly on his own experience as a neurodivergent man, join writer Daniel Tammet online tomorrow at 12:30pm to explore the extraordinary diversity of talents on the spectrum, and the importance of highlighting neurodivergent stories. Register here: https://ow.ly/7cVM50TCbm8