Head of Government & External Affairs @OpenUniversity. Mum to the ever taller Ms. Yorkshire born n'bred. Views my own.
Milton Keynes, England
Joined August 2012
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Proud for it actually to BE my day job to work for @OpenUniversity and it’s life changing learning.
#uvac2024
@RichParkerLab talked about importance of retaining graduates in West Mids. Here’s where @OpenUniversity helps with our thousands of students across the West Mids staying local. OU’s flexible way to help people earn while they learn.
“We are the home of the Open University, the vision of Harold Wilson and delivered by the fantastic Jennie Lee. It was the first university to do distance learning, with learning and opportunity for all at its heart—a true Labour institution.”
@emily4MK maiden speech. Thank you!
Strong message from @britishchambers President & @OpenUniversity Chancellor the fantastic @Marthalanefox to challenge politicians to deliver a long term vision for future of the economy #BCCConf
Great to be here with @OpenUniversity team today discussing importance of access to flexible lifelong learning as part of skills priority so critical for future of the economy. #BCCConf
Thank you @LucyABeaumont for an evening of great northern humour tonight. Takes me back to my student days “it’s never dull in Hull”. ❤️ – at Aspley Guise, England
Another fascinating evening with @OpenUniversity and @OU_STEM colleagues learning about the power of OU research to open eyes and open minds not least via the inspiring partnership with BBC.
Hoping this helps MK charities supporting young people & mental health. Great to work with @MKComFoundation
Do take a look. mkcommunityfoundation.co.uk/… – at East, England
For my friend Jo♥️
Please join me in supporting The Jo Cox Foundation's work to build stronger communities, respectful politics and a fairer world in Jo's honour. As Jo said, we have #MoreInCommon jocoxfoundation.org/jos_lega…
Great to share @OpenUniversity experiences of Higher Technical Qualifications delivery today @educationgovuk HTQ employer engagement event. Another important way in which we're opening up education to all. #skillsrevolution @halfon4harlowMP
Wow! Thrilled for @YiSMentalHealth winning MK Mayor’s Charity of the Year award. This goes to the fabulous team and volunteers that make such a positive difference for young people in our city. Thank you @SallyBearMarlow
For anyone that’s able to support this small local charity making a BIG difference. Thank you 🙏
Maintain vital services to support young people - a Charities crowdfunding project in Milton Keynes by YiS Young Peoples Mental Health (Milton Keynes) crowdfunder.co.uk/p/maintain…
A cold evening in Westminster but a blazing hot final of the MK schools debating competition with @Ben_Everitt @iainastewart A big congrats to all involved.
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Huge welcome to @GordonMarsden who is our honorary graduate today in Manchester!
A former OU tutor and labour MP, Gordon shares our values of the benefits of lifelong learning for everyone.
#OUfamily – at Manchester, England
That’s a wrap on this year’s party conference travels to Labour & Conservative conferences. Much support for @OpenUniversity & admiration for our amazing students. But we need better policies & funding to support lifelong learning #actionsnotjustwords #CPC22 #LabourConference2022
Such a privilege to be re-elected chair of trustee board @YiSMentalHealth Such an inspiring group of people to work with doing so much to support young people’s mental health in MK. #yisagm
Big day today for @OpenUniversity marketing colleagues. Important reminder to those that set HE policy direction in England. #TheFutureIsOpen #TheFutureIsFlexible
At a time when flexible, open education has never been more important, we’re looking firmly to the future, opening up new possibilities for students, employers and society.
#TheFutureIsOpen
Thinking of my mate today and her family and all that she continues to stand for. So important.
6 years ago today, on 16 June 2016, Jo Cox was murdered while on her way to a constituency surgery in Batley and Spen. Those closest to Jo lost a devoted mum, daughter, sister, wife, friend, and colleague. The UK lost a talented parliamentarian, campaigner, and humanitarian.
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ALT Jo Cox MP smiling, in front of the Houses of Parliament.
Lifelong learning matters. Great to hear @OpenUniversity student’s voice ring out so clearly in this big report. Thank you to @TimesEducation and @RSylvesterTimes
The OU has welcomed the publication today of the Times Education Commission’s final report.
Vice-Chancellor @TimJBlackman said the report “demonstrates the need for flexible lifelong learning”
Read the full story: ounews.co/around-ou/ou-speak…
Thank you to @mayor_mk Mayor Cllr Mohammed Khan and Deputy Mayor Cllr Amanda Marlow @SallyBearMarlow for vising the OU campus in MK. Great to have the opportunity to showcase @openuniversity research and talk more about the vast range of the OU’s learning reach and support.
