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Prof. Elizabeth McKellar presented the annual lecture of The Society of Architectural Historians of Great Britain, held at The Artworkers’ Guild in London.

Academics from The Open University’s Art History department shared their work at a special study morning held at Tate Britain.

Half a million learners have now accessed our free HeadStart Classical Studies courses on OpenLearn.

Psychology academic Dr Jim Turner consults for OU/BBC series Forensics: The Real CSI, which returns this Sunday, 1 March. Tune in to BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.

Picturing bodies in medieval and early modern Europe is the latest issue of the Open Arts Journal, showcasing interdisciplinary research.

Prof. Deborah Drake and Dr Isla Masson consult for a brand new BBC Ideas short film: What does it take to be a prison officer?

Politics Professor Simon Usherwood consults for OU/BBC series Rethink, which returns for series five, exploring new ideas in politics, society, and technology to improve the world.

Prof Martin Clarke completes a new edition and recordings of The Foundery Collection (1742), providing insights into the sound-world of early Methodism.

Recent OU PhD graduate Xenia Rochelle Jones shares her inspiring sociology journey, overcoming personal and academic challenges to succeed—offering hope and encouragement to future doctoral students.

Creative Writing Department launches new handbook and sponsorship of Working-Class Writers’ Prize with online event featuring bestselling authors.