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81% of women and girls in Wales have received text-based abuse on social media.

Three OU in Wales students have won a grant to support their business ideas, as part of an Open University competition for student entrepreneurs - the Open Business Creators (OBC) fund.

This year’s Business Barometer report published by The Open University and the British Chamber of Commerce shows that three quarters (75%) of Welsh business leaders are still experiencing skills shortages, a statistic unwavering since last year’s report findings.

On Tuesday 27 June, The Open University in Wales took part in a showcase in the Senedd to demonstrate how universities are tackling poverty in Wales.

On Tuesday 13 June, The Open University in Wales joined the Royal Society of Chemistry at the Welsh Parliament for its annual Science in the Senedd event.

Following the retirement last week of Louise Casella, the OU in Wales has appointed David Price as the new Interim Director. 

On Monday 22 May, outgoing Open University (OU) in Wales director Louise Casella delivered a keynote speech at a special event to discuss the future of higher education in Wales. 

Graduate Bethany Turner has talked about securing a position, after taking part in an employability programme.

Helen was encouraged by two work colleagues to study with the OU.