The Office of Human Resources requires all regular and contingent staff employees to complete their criminal background investigation (fingerprinting) five business days prior to their start date. In addition to staff employees, any Towson University employee (faculty, staff, or student) or volunteer working with minors (children under the age of 18), must be fingerprinted at […]
Archive | January, 2016
TU Faculty/Staff Bowling League
The TU Faculty/Staff Bowling League will start January 28, 2016 and continue through May 5, 2016, lasting 15 weeks. The cost for the spring league is $20 per week*. This will include: lanes usage, prize money and treasury. You are expected to pay each week (even if you are absent). The league is held at […]
Reminder for Supervisors and Hiring Managers
You are a diverse individual with unique perspectives, and Towson University appreciates your energy and commitment to going the extra mile in supporting the university’s success! If you are a supervisor, a hiring manager or a search committee chairperson with responsibility for oversight of a search process, maintaining an open mind is essential. Assist others […]
Reminder: Towson University Is a Smoke-Free Campus
In 2010, Towson University set history as the first four-year institution in the state to become a smoke-free campus. All campus buildings, grounds, parking garages and open spaces (including the bridge to the TU Marriott Hotel) are entirely smoke-free. The policy aims to reduce the health risks associated with exposure to secondhand smoke, reduce health […]
Planetarium Show: “Stars Over Dineh Bikeyah”
Dr. Alex Storrs, Department of Physics, Astronomy and Geosciences, will present a planetarium show titled, “Stars Over Dineh Bikeyah” in the Watson-King Planetarium, Smith Hall, Room 521. The sky has always held the interest of people through the ages, and stories of the origin of the events above us, and their meaning for us, are […]
Free Group Exercise Try-Out Days at the Wellness Center
Plan Now for Your Success in 2016! Are you thinking of taking an exercise class but want to learn more? Come meet our Wellness Center Instructors and sample a variety of Group Exercise Classes: TUESDAY 1/12/16 FLOOR CORE MORE: 5:00-5:20 p.m. TOTAL BODY: 5:20-5:40 p.m. HARD CORE: 5:40-6:00 p.m. THURSDAY 1/14/16 YOGA-BARRE 4:40-5:00 p.m. […]
The OHR Announces the New Employer Relations & Development Unit
To ensure better lines of communications and customer service, the OHR announces changes to the internal units of the department. With the retirement of JoAnn Joseph, former manager of the Employee/Employer Relations unit, an opportunity to enhance efforts in employee support was presented. As a result, Mike Noll has been promoted to manager of the […]
Adults with Autism: Information Meetings at Towson’s 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 […]
Benefits Bulletin: Reminder – Spring 2016 Deadline for Tuition Remission Forms
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) is accepting tuition remission forms for Towson’s spring 2016 term until February 3, 2016. If you are attending another institution, please check the Tuition Remission Deadlines Chart for a listing of deadlines for each institution. Forms submitted after the institution’s deadline will require a letter to request approval of […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2016 Significant Date Calendar
The Towson University 2016 Significant Date Calendar is available on the Office of Human Resources web page. Please print a copy for your records or bookmark the web page for reference; the calendar cards will not be distributed this year. Please note – Regular Staff and 12-month faculty will earn four floating holidays in 2016 […]
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.
Wellness Center Offers Free Demonstration Days for Group Exercise Classes
Plan Now for Your Success in 2016! Are you thinking of taking an exercise class but want to learn more? Come meet our Wellness Center Instructors and sample a variety of Group Exercise Classes: TUESDAY 1/12/16 FLOOR CORE MORE: 5:00-5:20pm TOTAL BODY: 5:20-5:40pm HARD CORE: 5:40-6:00pm THURSDAY 1/14/16 YOGA-BARRE: 4:40-5:00pm ZUMBA: 5:00-5:20pm BOOT CAMP: 5:20-5:40pm […]
Digital Store Front Users
Hello Digital Store Front users. In order to improve security for Print Service’s online users, we will be changing the password policy in DSF. We will be mirroring the TU NetID password policy: Passwords will now have a 90-day expiration period. There needs to be a minimum of 8 characters in the password. Three of four different […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2016 Health Insurance Premiums
As a reminder, the 2016 health insurance premiums are effective with the January 13, 2016 pay check. For your convenience here are the 2016 Employee and Retiree Rates and the 2016 Contingent Rates.
Policy Updated on University Policy Web Site
A policy was recently updated on the university policy Web site located at http://www.towson.edu/policies. *Electronic Mail Policy To read this policy in its entirety, please go to https://inside.towson.edu/generalcampus/tupolicies/documents/10-03.00%20Electronic%20Mail%20Policy.pdf. Please refer to the policies Web site often as policies will be added on an ongoing basis.
RSVP Today: 150 Years of Black & Gold
Department of Theatre Arts Presents Baltimore Fashion and Style in Towson Center for the Arts, Holtzman MFA Gallery • January 5 – 22 Gallery Hours: Tues. – Sat., 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Sun., Jan. 17, 1 – 4 p.m. (closed January 10–11 and 18) Faculty/Staff Open House Tuesday, January 12, 2016, 12 – […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2016 Wellness Seminars
In collaboration with the state of Maryland Employee Benefits Division, the Office of Human Resources will provide a series of wellness seminars throughout the year. We are excited to offer programs about heart healthy living, the physical and emotional impact of stress, women’s health issues, and more! The first program, Fitting in Fitness, focuses on […]
Faculty and Staff Kudos
Jennifer Loetz (Financial Affairs) completed the Workplace Professional Certificate, which is designed for developing the skills of our support staff. She also completed the Financial Knowledge Certificate, which is designed for faculty and staff who want to learn more about a variety of financial topics. Click this link to learn more about certificate programs available […]
The Department of Theatre Arts Invites You: 150 Years of Black & Gold
Department of Theatre Arts Presents Baltimore Fashion and Style in Towson Center for the Arts, Holtzman MFA Gallery • January 5 – 22 Gallery Hours: Tues. – Sat., 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Sun., Jan. 17, 1 – 4 p.m. (closed January 10–11 and 18) Faculty/Staff Open House Tuesday, January 12, 2016, 12 – […]
Towson Online Course Evaluations Now Open for Minimester 2016
The Towson Course Evaluation Online (TCEO) process for Minimester 2016 is currently running and will remain open through January 20, 2016. To complete the evaluations, please visit courseevals.towson.edu Please contact Katie Anderson in the Office of Institutional Research at tuir@towson.edu or 410-704-2636 with any questions.
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