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Archive | January, 2016

Cook Library’s Leisure Reading Collection Has Moved to the 2nd Floor

If you are looking for the latest novel, biography or cookbook that is in our Leisure Reading Collection, that set of books have moved from the 3rd floor (just outside classroom 317) to the 2nd floor. This move is the first part of a larger renovation project that will take place in Cook Library during […]

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Office 2016 for Office 365 is coming in February

In February 2016, Microsoft will be making upgrades to Office 2013. OTS does not have a role in this upgrade, but wants to make Office 365 users aware of this upcoming change. This is only for personal devices where Office 2013 was installed through Office 365. TU computers will not be affected. Here is what […]

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Jewish Holidays with Work Restrictions – Spring 2016

No work permitted for the days listed below Passover April 22 – Friday – begins at sundown April 28 – Thursday – begins at sundown April 29 – Friday

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Freshman Students: Is there a TSEM 102 in your future?

All freshman students are required to complete a Towson Seminar (TSEM 102) in their first year at TU.  If you have not completed TSEM 102 and are not registered for a TSEM for the spring, there are 10 sections available including recently added topics.   Log onto your TU account and check out the options!  Questions?? […]

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Password Expiration Notifications for Faculty/Staff NetIDs

​Starting January 25, 2016, faculty, staff and retirees will receive automated email notifications through their towson.edu address before their Towson NetID password is about to expire. This change will improve user experience for on-campus account holders, retirees and individuals who work off campus by enhancing communication about account maintenance and reducing the need for support […]

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Get your resume reviewed this week- No appointment necessary!

Need a quick resume and/or cover letter review? Drop by the Career Center during our “Express Hours” Monday through Thursday from 1-4 p.m. (available each week during the semester) to meet with one of our trained Career Peer Advisors. Please note that “Express Hours” are conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis, and sessions are approximately […]

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Mature Student Luncheon & Peer Support Group

Are you an undergraduate student who is 23 or older? Looking to make meaningful connections and learn more about campus resources? Join us for our first Mature Students Lunch and Peer Support Group on Monday, February 8th starting at noon in the Center for Student Diversity, University Union 313. The Mature Students Lunch and Peer […]

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Student LIFE Line

Student LIFE Line 410-704-LIFE (5433) The Division of Student Affairs offers the Student LIFE Line, a telephone line to assist students with any question they may have about the University.  LIFE Line is staffed and ready to assist callers Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  After these hours, a voice mail message can […]

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Benefits Bulletin: Faculty & Staff Planning to Retire in 2016

If you are a member of the Maryland State Retirement & Pension System (MSRPS) and are planning to retire this year, please submit an estimate of service retirement allowance to the MSRPS at least three months prior to your effective date of retirement. The estimate of service retirement allowance provides the various retirement payment options […]

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Personally Owned Vehicle (POV) Mileage Reimbursement Rate Change Announced, effective January 1, 2016

The Department of Budget & Management has decreased the privately owned vehicle mileage reimbursement rate from 57.5 cents  to 54 cents per mile, effective January 1, 2016. Please direct questions to the Financial Services Help Line at 410.704.5599 or email finservehelp@towson.edu.

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Get your resume reviewed this week – No appointment necessary!

Need a quick resume and/or cover letter review? Drop by the Career Center during our “Express Hours” Monday through Thursday from 1-4 p.m. (available each week during the semester) to meet with one of our trained Career Peer Advisors. Please note that “Express Hours” are conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis, and sessions are approximately […]

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Kevin Ryan Scholarship Offered for Students with Scouting Background – Deadline February 15

The Kevin Ryan’s Gift Endowed Scholarship was established as a living memorial by the family and community of former Boy Scout, Kevin Ryan.  Kevin was a freshman attending Towson University when he was killed by a drunk driver on October 14, 2007. The scholarship will be awarded based on academic standing and financial need to […]

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New Black City: It’s a Different World (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration!)

Please join the Center for Diversity, the National Association for the Advancement for Colored People-Towson Chapter, and the Mu Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. at this year’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration called, New Black City: A Different World. The theme for the event A Different World, loosely based on the same […]

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Attend Graduate Studies Open House – Saturday, March 5

Let us show you how a graduate degree from Towson University can help you make a mark in your career. Start by attending our Graduate Studies Open House on Saturday, March 5, and explore our 75+ graduate programs, including brand new programs like our Master’s in Marketing Intelligence and Master’s in Interdisciplinary Arts Infusion. You’ll have the opportunity to speak with graduate program representatives, […]

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Important information about TU closings and inclement weather

As we head into another winter season, please take some time to familiarize yourself with Towson’s closure procedures and plan ahead for storms. I urge you to have a discussion with your professors or supervisor now so that you can come to an understanding in advance of potential absences caused by inclement weather. How we […]

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Campus Recreation Weather Closures

Campus Recreation will open at Noon on Friday, Jan. 22. Should the University close early on Friday, Jan. 22, Campus Recreation will close within an hour of the University’s closure time. We will be closed on Saturday, Jan. 23 and Sunday, Jan. 24. During the University’s rescheduled move-in day (Monday, Jan. 25), Campus Recreation will […]

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Programs for Adults with Autism: Information Meetings at the Hussman Center

The Hussman Center for Adults with Autism at Towson University offers Information Meetings for individuals who would like to learn more about the Hussman Center, including its mission, philosophy, and types of programs for adults with autism.    We welcome prospective participants who have not yet attended a Hussman Center Program or Social Group or the College […]

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Get your calendar ready: Cook Library’s spring programs are coming!

What do suburban schools, health care, and hip hop all have in common? They are all the subjects of Spring 2016 discussions and events at Cook Library! You can download a pdf of the calendar here or below. Please contact librarian Joyce Garczynski at jgarczynski@towson.edu or 410-704-5168 if you have any questions.  

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2016 FDRC Guidelines and Application

The Faculty Development and Research Committee (FDRC) announces the release of the 2016 FDRC Guidelines and Application.   Details and the documents are available on the OSPR website:  http://www.towson.edu/main/research/ospr/funding/funding.asp   Important changes for 2016:   Faculty applications must be initially submitted via email to OSPR@towson.edu by February 1, 2016 at 3:00pm.   OSPR staff will […]

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OTS Training Workshops + Connecting to a Network Printer

Upcoming OTS Training Workshops Wednesday, January 27th Office 365: OneDrive – 1:30pm-3:30pm – Admin 113A Thursday, January 28th Panopto – 1:00pm-2:30pm – Cook 404A Tuesday, February 2nd WordPress for Faculty/Staff: Small Scale Web Publishing – 9:30am-11:30am – Cook 404A To sign up for free technology workshops, visit our workshop schedule. You can also contact us […]

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