The National Weather Service has issued an alert for our area for extreme heat throughout this week. We should expect temperatures in the mid to upper 90?s with high humidity. Also, stay tuned to weather advisories as this heat can produce strong storms. It is advised to have adequate supplies of water on hand to […]
Archive | July, 2011
ALL Faculty: Please complete Trimester Survey
Dear TU Faculty member, Your feedback on the Summer Trimester can help guide us to make a great program even better. Whether you have taught classes in the summer or not, please take about 5-10 minutes to answer this brief questionnaire. Upon completion of this survey, you will have the chance to enter in a […]
Reminder: Handle all Invoices Promptly!
The State Comptroller?s Office and USM monitor and report late invoice statistics. To prevent adversely affecting the University?s delayed invoice rate and to assure prompt payment to vendors, all invoices must be coded, signed and returned to Accounts Payable for processing within five days of receipt. Tips for handling invoices promptly: ? Use the Procurement […]
Reminder to all Key Holders
It is important to report any lost or stolen keys to your departmental key coordinator as soon as the loss occurs. The departmental key coordinator should notify the central key coordinator immediately to discuss any potential security problems and any emergency action that needs to be taken. If the key was lost on campus, or […]
On the Road with BHI ? New York City?s Lower East Side
Join the Baltimore Hebrew Institute as we travel to Manhattan?s Lower East Side on Thursday, September 15th, 2011. The morning begins with a private tour of Kehila Kedosha Janina Synagogue, followed by an authentic Greek-Jewish kosher lunch. We will then proceed to the Museum at Eldridge Street, the first great house of worship built by […]
Easy Way to Hire Students for Your Office: On-Campus Jobs Fair
On-Campus Jobs Fair Tuesday, August 30th 1:00pm-3:00pm University Union, 2nd Floor Lobby Are you looking for an easy way to connect with students to potentially hire for your office or department? If so, The Career Center invites you to participate in our On-Campus Jobs Fair. As a part of ?Welcome to Towson?, the university?s orientation […]
Fidelity ORP/SRA Advising session for July 2011
All sessions will be held by the Office of Human Resources in the Administration Building Room 101 and will last between 30 and 45 minutes. Individual appointments will be on a first come, first served basis. Fidelity (ORP/SRA) Friday, July 29th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fidelity appointments may be scheduled by calling the Fidelity […]
Reminder for Supervisors and Hiring Managers
This is a reminder for all supervisors and hiring managers to maintain an open mind during the hiring process. All individuals involved in hiring must adhere to Towson University’s EEO statement, which states: Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and […]
Coming in August! Professional Development Series for Instructors
The Center for Instructional Advancement and Technology (CIAT) is proud to offer professional development workshops for all full- and part-time faculty. These mostly faculty-led sessions include many aspects of instructional design, teaching topics and using technology in teaching. Questions? Please contact Audrey Cutler at {acutler@towson.edu} or x4-5082. To register and for more information, please look […]
TUSC Brown Bag: TU Climbing Wall
Please join the Towson University Staff Council (TUSC) and Brian Ricketts from Campus Recreation Services for an introductory one-hour class on how to use the TU rock climbing wall at Burdick Hall. Attendees will learn what equipment is available to borrow and how to use it, rules and safety procedures, appropriate clothing, climbing terminology, balance, […]
Road Closed between Newell Avenue and Glen Esk Next Week
From July 18 to July 25, the roadway from Newell Avenue to Glen Esk lot 6A will be closed for repairs. Vehicles traveling to the Glen Esk parking lot will need to enter and/or exit the lot through the University Avenue gate. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact Paul Thomas at x4-2483 […]
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! Wednesday, July 13 Word 2007 – Mass Mailings, 2 ? 3:30 p.m., Cook 3 Wednesday, July 20 What’s New in Office 2010?, 1 ? 2:30 p.m., Cook 404B Thursday, July 21 Word 2007: Creating Forms, 1:30 ? […]
TIAA-CREF & Nationwide ORP/SRA Advising sessions for July 2011
All sessions will be held in the Office of Human Resources in Admin room 101 and will last between 30 and 45 minutes. Individual appointments will be on a first come, first serve basis. Nationwide Retirement Solutions-MSRP (SRA only) Monday, July 25, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nationwide appointments may be scheduled by contacting Daniel […]
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 […]
Graduate Studies Reorganization
Based on the recommendations of the CGSR Taskforce, the admissions, registration, and records functions, previously managed by the Graduate School, are being absorbed by University Admissions and the Registrar?s Office. Both graduate and undergraduate admissions will now be handled by the newly merged University Admissions Office, under the direction of Brian Hazlett, Assistant VP and […]
Maryland Historical Astronomy
Mr. Brian Eney, an Adjunct Faculty member of the Physics, Astronomy & Geosciences Department and TU Graduate will be presenting a planetarium show in the Watson-King Planetarium, Smith Hall, Room 521. Plan to come and enjoy the show “Maryland Historical Astronomy? on Friday, July 15th at 8:00 p.m. There will be telescope viewing, weather permitting. […]
Got a Maintenance Request?
Need your office vacuumed or your recycling picked up but don?t know who to contact? If you have a maintenance need but are unsure how to submit a request, then the Services Directory is for you. The directory lists a variety of common maintenance needs and the appropriate process for getting each need fulfilled. It […]
Course Evaluation Summer 2011 Session II (7W1)
The Towson Course Evaluation Online (TCEO) process for summer 2011 session II will run from July 11 through July 18. For more information about the course evaluation, please go to the Assessment website {http://www.towson.edu/assessment/resources/courseeval.asp} Office of Assessment {Assessment@towson.edu} Telephone: 410-704-2331
Stay Up to Date on Campus Closures and Delays ? Register for Text Alerts Now
Sign up for the e2campus emergency notification system and stay up to date on safety issues and campus closings. If there is an emergency, classes are cancelled or the university is closed, a text message will be sent to all registered users via their phone, pager, PDA or e-mail address. Registration takes only a minute. […]
Scholarships Available For Think Big Baltimore
TowsonGlobal has scholarships available for attendance to the Think Big Baltimore conference taking place on July 13, 2011 at Towson University. www.thinkbigbaltimore.com If interested in attending, please contact us at info@towsonglobal.com or by phone at 410 769 6449. We hope to see you there!
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