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Parking Notice – Union Garage – Employee Picnic June 4

The Annual Employee Appreciation Picnic will be held Friday, June 4 on Paws Patio and Burdick Field. In the event of inclement weather, all activities will be moved to the faculty/staff level of the Union garage. Therefore, this area will be closed and unavailable for all parking at 4 p.m. June 3 through June 4. […]

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May Procard Deadlines and Messages

1. The May Visa transactions are now on the ProCard Reallocation and Reconciliation System for you to view or edit. These transactions will be transferred to the PeopleSoft Accounting System at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 9. This is a reminder that once the period is closed, no further reallocations between departments, grants, and/or accounts can […]

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TUSC sessions TODAY: Grieving or know someone who is? Let us help.

In this workshop, please join the Towson University Staff Council (TUSC) in welcoming Amy Van Arsdale and Melissa Trevathan-Minnis from the Towson University Counseling Center to discuss the grief process and how it differs from mourning. We will address myths about these processes and describe healthy ways to find support and support others regarding grief […]

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Avoid Summer Heat Stress

Though rising temperatures may make you likely to enjoy outdoor activities, extreme heat can also present a danger to your body. With the summer months approaching, make sure to stay aware of the signs of heat-related illnesses. Symptoms of Heat Cramps – Painful muscle spasms Recommended Treatment: provide water and electrolytes (sodium, potassium) in proper […]

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NCAA Division 1 Women’s Lacrosse Championships This Weekend at Unitas Stadium – May 28 & 30

The NCAA Division I Women’s Lacrosse National Championships have returned for a third straight year to Unitas Stadium! Maryland, Syracuse, Northwestern and North Carolina have all advanced to the Championship weekend and will be competing for the National Championship. The first semi-final game begins Friday at 5:30 p.m. when Maryland faces Syracuse, with North Carolina […]

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Tips and Training from the Office of Technology Services

Below is a list of our upcoming free training workshops. Scroll down to get this week?s software tip! Thursday, May 27 Mac 101, 9 ? 11 a.m., Cook 404A Tuesday, June 1 Word 2007 Essential Skills, 9 ? 11 a.m., Cook 3 PowerPoint 2007 – Essential Skills, 2 ? 4 p.m., Cook 3 Wednesday, June […]

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WTMD?s First Thursday Concert with April Smith and the Great Picture Show

April Smith and the Great Picture Show headlines the free First Thursday Concert in West Mt. Vernon Park at 5:30 p.m. June 3. Come out to see why April’s fans funded her latest record out of their own pockets. This band is a true testament to independent music–and April’s song “Colors” has become one of […]

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Summer Construction Map Available

The summer 2010 construction map is now available at {http://www.towson.edu/adminfinance/facilities/archengconst/campusconstruction/documents/ConstructionMap0510.pdf}. The map shows construction-related closures, traffic patterns, and pedestrian access points for the core campus in summer 2010. All faculty, staff and students are encouraged to review the map and bookmark it for distribution to campus visitors and guests. Because of the broad nature of […]

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Click It or Ticket Kicks Off May 24

Motorists Beware: Not Wearing a Seat Belt Could Cost You For you and your family, seat belts provide the best defense against impaired, distracted and aggressive drivers. In fact, wearing your seat belt is the single most effective crash protection available. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2008 the use of seat […]

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Student Scholarships Available from the USM Women?s Forum

The University System of Maryland Women?s Forum has scholarships available for deserving students (male or female) currently enrolled in the USM. In 2010, five $500 scholarships will be awarded.To apply, access the application materials and guidelines at {http://usmwf.usmd.edu/awards.php}. Submit your application and supporting documentation to your campus USMWF representative, or mail it to: Dr. Michele […]

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Attention University Procurement Cardholders

To ensure that your procurement card purchases are included in Fiscal Year 2010, make all purchases by Friday, June 18, 2010. There is no guarantee that a transaction will post prior to the end of the fiscal year; however, with the billing cycle ending on June 25, charges made by June 18 should post prior […]

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Pepsi grant applications being accepted

Each year the Pepsi Corporation contributes funds to the Towson University Marketing Department that we use to support select community outreach programs directed by our faculty or staff. Applications for funding this outreach are now being accepted. Programs should provide educational opportunities or experiences that may otherwise be unavailable to K-12 students; build curiosity about […]

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September Celebration Events Due TODAY!

Events for September Celebration 2010 are due TODAY! This publication will be given to every new freshman and transfer student joining the TU community this fall. It?s a great way to get people talking about your student organization or academic department. Any event that your department or your student groups have scheduled between August 30th […]

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NCAA Women?s Lacrosse Semi Finals/Championship

Towson University will host the NCAA Women?s Lacrosse Semifinals and Championship at the Unitas Stadium Friday, May 28, 2010 and Sunday, May 30, 2010, respectively. A NCAA permit will be required to park at the Towson Center lots. Please note the following parking modifications: Friday, May 28, 2010 The Towson Center lots will close at […]

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Improve Nutrition Knowledge and Body Image Online!

Women students – Improve your knowledge about nutrition, exercise and positive body image this summer. The Counseling Center is offering an eight-week online course combining an understanding of body image and self esteem with self-assessment and self-improvement tools. It includes information about nutrition, exercise, eating disorders, and how to become more media savvy. Students who […]

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New Encumbrance Reports for nVision Users

The issue surrounding the difficulty in obtaining up-to-the-minute information on your requisition and purchase order encumbrance transactions and balances has been resolved! New reports have been created that should clearly represent the current status of your encumbrances. Please go to the Financial Services website, {http://www.towson.edu/adminfinance/fiscalplanning/financialservices/FinancialSystems-Welcome.asp}, for more information. Scroll down to the Reporting section and […]

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Summer Business Casual Dress Permitted Beginning Tuesday, June 1

Business casual dress will be permitted for Towson employees beginning Tuesday, June 1 and ending the first day of fall 2010 classes, Monday, August 30. Offices choosing to adopt this practice should establish guidelines for staff during special internal or external activities or events at which employees represent the university. Suggested business casual attire includes […]

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Financial Services Newsletter of FY2010 Close Deadlines & Information

The initial FY2010 close-out overview of deadlines was published to the campus in March 2010. The closing information included in the June newsletter is a reminder to keep on track with all the deadlines involved in the fiscal year closing. The newsletter is available at {http://wwwnew.towson.edu/adminfinance/FiscalPlanning/FinancialServices/documents/06-JUN2010_news.pdf} and includes the following: 1. Federal work study form […]

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Parking Notice ? Visitor Parking Code Renewal

This is a reminder that visitor codes issued for use this academic year will expire May 31, 2010, at which point they will no longer be valid for use at pay stations. Codes used through May 31, 2010 will be billed to your FY10 budget. As in the past, renewal codes will be valid for […]

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Furlough Deadline Approaching

The 2009-2010 furlough period will come to a close shortly, marking the end of salary reductions and the deadline for using administrative furlough leave days. The specific salary reduction end dates and deadlines for using administrative furlough leave days are listed below by payroll status. Remember, any administrative furlough leave days not used by the […]

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