POLIS

Department of Politics and International Studies @openuniversity
@oupolitics.bsky.social

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

A fantastic blog from @OpenUniversity Politics student Cameron:

"Does UK Democracy Have a Future? Gen Z Views of Democracy"

https://t.co/UuOcr6boK9

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

https://t.co/1n16xf9tD3

[Geoff Andrews @andrewsgeoff]

Next Tuesday, 5 May, @blackwelloxford I’m discussing the General Strike and Britain’s radical tradition, in conversation with Tom Buchanan. @YaleBooks @Sally_PR

[Sally Oliphant @Sally_PR]

Packed event at @gowerst_books tonight for author @andrewsgeoff talking with @richardmarcj about his book Radicals: The Working Classes and the Making of Modern Britain from @YaleBooks
https://t.co/6kiAhjFbaD

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

We held a Student Blog competition and received some amazing entries. We can now announce a winner and several excellent runners up.
Read our students' work here:
https://t.co/CJkMj5wx7d
And our winner, "Democracy and me" by Mark Jones:
https://t.co/NJT7atVjVT

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

Dan Taylor has published two policy papers this week.
1/ via @_policywise, a Wise in 5 on unpaid carers, examining cross-nations carer policy: https://t.co/EqCZQFy5eN
2/ via @GrowthandReform, examining 10 years' of inclusive growth in Barking and Dagenham https://t.co/k4zsVZjiV5

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

Congratulations to our Dr Claire Malcolm for organising Caring for Carers Cymru - a fantastic day bringing together unpaid carers, support services, academics and even a genuinely fun drum circle. More in the pipeline.

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

In case you missed it, our Dan Taylor was on BBC Radio 4's Free Thinking programme last month, discussing humility and Spinoza with Matthew Sweet, Robert Buckland and guests. Listen here: https://t.co/WJUvh7Jvs9

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

Geoff Andrews' latest talk in an impressive series of public appearances, promoting his new book "Radicals" - more details below.

[Geoff Andrews @andrewsgeoff]

On Friday at the @MKlitfest I’ll talk about some of the forgotten radicals whose ideas could help Labour in its ongoing identity crisis. These include thinkers, writers and dramatists: plus Jennie Lee and the early @OpenUniversity pioneers.

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

Well done to our 'Open Politics' student blog competition winners, writing on 'democracy and me'!

Winner: Mark, ‘when rights do not feel real’: https://t.co/NJT7atVjVT

Runners up: Leon, Farrah, Sophie - available here: https://t.co/fsRfTJBmya

@OpenUniversity @OU_GCSJ @OUPIPS

[Donna Smith @Dr_DonnaSmith]

Was great to attend my first @PolStudiesAssoc conference as Honorary Secretary! Any questions about PSA policy, governance & membership, contact me.

Thanks to the PSA staff & other trustees, + the conference committee & venue staff, for all their hard work. On to Hull in 2027!

[Political Studies Association @PolStudiesAssoc]

*PSA Newsletter*
📢 #PSA26 Conference issue
➡️ PSA Members check your inbox for the latest newsletter, including everything you need to know about next week's PSA26 Annual Conference.

[OU_Psychology&Counselling @OU_Psychology]

🎙️ BBC Radio 4 | Jamie Gaskarth on The Moral Maze: What role should morality play in foreign policy?

Exploring ethical dilemmas in international relations, including UK–US tensions over the Iran crisis:🎧 Listen: https://t.co/uXefxrTHwC

@OUPolitics @OU_Psychology

[Politics International Relations & Policy Society @OUPIPS]

Tickets now available, reserve your spot: https://t.co/myB5HD6tfY

The official lineup for OU PIPS Week is live

We are bringing frontline defense, aid, and diplomacy experts directly to distance learners. Pick your panels and secure your tickets below🧵👇

[Political Studies Association @PolStudiesAssoc]

🌟Seeking new PSA Trustees🌟
📆 Deadline 16 March 2026
✔️ Llooking to build your profile, skills, and experience?
✔️ Interested in becoming a charity trustee?
✔️ Want to enhance the study of Politics & International Relations in the UK?
➡️ https://t.co/TCgJcfcH0I

[Political Studies Association @PolStudiesAssoc]

*PSA AGM* 12.30 - 13.30, Monday 30 March at #PSA26, Oxford
PSA members are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting; learn more about your association, meet trustees, share ideas about the PSA. Attending members receive a complimentary lunch.
https://t.co/l4PtBiQHWd

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

The 'Changemakers Academy', a new initiative from @Dr_DonnaSmith at @OpenUniversity

Read more below ⬇️ @OUCymru @OU_FASS

[Donna Smith @Dr_DonnaSmith]

Announcing 'Newid - The Future Generations Changemaker Academy' launch 🚀

A new partnership between @BridgendCollege, @futuregencymru, @OUCymru & Unloc to empower 16–25 year olds to lead change locally and nationally.

Read more here: https://t.co/B2s36xGXUB

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We have an EventBrite page, give us a follow:
https://t.co/RIHmMA6ziR

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

Still time to sign up for these @UKParliament @UKParlEducation webinars. The first one is tomorrow 6pm!

@OpenUniversity @OUPIPS @PolStudiesAssoc

[POLIS @OUPolitics]

Want to learn more about how UK Parliament works? Sign up to 2 events, available to students & public.

Webinar 1: Intro to Your UK Parliament 27 Jan 6pm https://t.co/BCBeT0nOU1

@OU_FASS @OUPIPS @UKParlEducation @UKParliament #UKPW

[Political Studies Association @PolStudiesAssoc]

#PSA26 Annual Conference
📢ONE WEEK until early booking deadline - 2 February
Join us in Oxford, 30 March - 1 April 2026
💰 Save money, book early!
https://t.co/25upAYbDNg