Our staff stories

The Psychology degree that I achieved, thanks to The Open University, led to amazing career changes for me. Hence, I know how The Open University can change lives.

Why OU – I wanted the opportunity to develop my business knowledge further.

I enjoyed studying at the OU and it was during this time that I became an Associate Lecturer.

I love teaching and research – I get a great buzz out of delivering tutorials, discovering new things in inquiry and get enormous satisfaction in seeing people grow.

I enjoy teaching at the OU for a variety of reasons, but primarily because of the people—the staff and the students. It’s a wonderfully supportive environment that is inclusive, enthusiastic, and adventurous in its collective pursuits.

I see my role as supporting managers and leaders in becoming the best versions of themselves.

Helping others work towards their goals is important to me and makes this role incredibly rewarding!

I studied for my qualifications part-time whilst working and bringing up a family, and so I have a natural affinity with the OU and its learners. As well as teaching at the OU more latterly I have also studied at the OU, and so I have experienced both sides!

I really enjoy working with a wide range of students and always learning things together as we progress through a module presentation, and its especially pleasing to see students progress over that duration.

I enjoy supporting students in my tutor group and am always amazed at the commitment and self-discipline they demonstrate towards succeeding in their studies.