Stop by the Center for Student Diversity (UU 313) Tuesday, February 23 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. for a resume critique, job search assistance, help with Hire@TU, or other quick questions. All students are welcome! You can also drop by the Career Center for “Express Hours” Monday through Thursday from 1-4 p.m. on a first-come, first-serve basis. […]
Archive | February, 2016
Don’t Miss Out! Deepa Iyer is Coming!
Join us for a conversation with nationally renowned racial justice activist, Deepa Iyer, on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in West Village Commons Ballroom, whose new book, We Too Sing America: South Asian, Arab, Muslim and Sikh Immigrants Shape Our Multiracial Future, explores issues of racial identities and solidarities as the demographics in America quickly […]
StrengthsQuest Mentoring and Advising Program
Looking for additional StrengthsQuest training? On Tuesday March 15, 2016, a consultant from Gallup will be presenting the StrengthsQuest Mentoring and Advising program. The seminar will be all day (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Lunch will be provided. Strengths mentors and advisors understand and can explain the subtle, yet predictable link that exists between […]
Apply for The Social Action Fund
Do you have an idea that could change the world? The Social Action Fund is an opportunity for students to make their visions a reality with seed funding, support, and mentorship. Applicants should have a vision that addresses a pressing challenge in the Towson community or in the world. The criteria for selected visions […]
BIPE: Promoting a Positive Body Image on Campus
What does healthy balance really look like? For 40% of college students, dieting behavior is actually an eating disorder. Find out why in the latest article from the Thriving Tiger written by Alexandra Shifllett, Body Image Peer Educator at the Counseling Center. The Thriving Tiger is a weekly blog produced by the Academic Achievement Center, […]
Attend the Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Conference (SLCE) 2016
The Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Conference (SLCE) is being held on April 2, 2016 at Universities at Shady Grove. SLCE is an annual event hosted by a network of universities and individuals dedicated to creating strong civic engagement, service-learning, and community partnerships in the Maryland and D.C. area. You can learn more about the conference […]
College of Education Dean’s Sabbatical Lecture Series
Please join the faculty and staff of the College of Education for the COE Dean’s Sabbatical Lecture Series Light refreshments will be served and will feature keynote speaker Dr. Judith Cruzado-Guerrero. Date: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 2016 Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Location: TOWSON ROOM AT COOK LIBRARY Dr. Cruzado-Guerrero presentation is titled “Teaching English Learners: […]
Towson Academy of Scholars Call for Applications
The Towson Academy of Scholars (TAS) is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year. The Academy’s purpose is to advance junior faculty research. All tenure-track Assistant Professors or Librarians I and II, who have been at Towson three years or less, are eligible to apply. All academic disciplines are welcome. The committee will select […]
Monthly Staff and Faculty Portrait Day February 25, 2016
February 25th, 2016 Portrait day Room 240A in Admin Faculty and staff requesting portrait services are expected to dress professionally in business attire. We photograph faculty and staff only. We cannot do passport photos. Please read: Time: 9:15– 12:15 / 13:30-15:00 New Location: Room 240a Administration building (facing the second floor elevator, go to left.) […]
Open Forum on Student Self-Support Rates for FY17
Interested in learning about the process for determining proposed self-support rates increases? Are you interested in learning about the self-support rates students pay for parking, dining and housing? Join University and Student Government Leaders on Tuesday, February 23rd from 4-5pm in the Loch Raven Room in the University Union. This forum will provide an opportunity […]
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, […]
Attend the Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Conference (SLCE) 2016
The Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Conference (SLCE) is being held on April 2, 2016 at Universities at Shady Grove. SLCE is an annual event hosted by a network of universities and individuals dedicated to creating strong civic engagement, service-learning, and community partnerships in the Maryland and D.C. area. You can learn more about the conference […]
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Get Screened
Individual’s relationships with food and eating can be complicated. Sometimes the line between diet and eating disorders can become blurred. If you’re concerned or curious about your relationship with food or your body, come get a free screening Monday 2/22, 11am-1pm in the University Union.
Benefits Bulletin: Pre-Retirement Seminars for Members of the Pension System
The Spring 2016 Pre-Retirement Seminar Schedule is now available. These sessions are a valuable pre-retirement planning tool for all eligible members of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System and their spouses. Pre-Retirement Seminars are designed to assist members within eight (8) years of being eligible to retire. The seminars include presentations about the State […]
University Policy on Stormwater Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
A new university policy was recently added to the university policy Web site located at http://www.towson.edu/policies: University Policy on Stormwater Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination To read this policy in its entirety, please go to https://inside.towson.edu/generalcampus/tupolicies/documents/06-20.00%20University%20Policy%20on%20Stormwater%20Illicit%20Discharge%20Detection%20and%20Elimination.pdf. Please refer to the policies Web site often as policies will be added on an ongoing basis.
“Girls in the Game” Volunteer Coaches Needed
Girls in the Game is a non-profit organization based in Chicago that provides and promotes sports and fitness opportunities, nutrition and health education, and leadership development to enhance the overall health and well-being of girls. Girls in the Game currently partners with Towson University to provide a Health, Sports and Leadership After School Program for […]
Sabbatical Presentation by Jonathan Leshnoff, Department of Music
A sabbatical presentation by Jonathan Leshnoff, Department of Music is scheduled for Friday, March 4, 2016 from 2:00 – 2:40 pm in the Center for the Arts, room 2032. Jonathan Leshnoff, Music Symphony No. 2: Innerspace For his sabbatical project, Jonathan Leshnoff composed his second symphony which was premiered in November 2015 by the Atlanta Symphony […]
Thesis Defense Announcement for Eric Pickering Boorman
The Experimental Psychology program invites the university community to a thesis defense for Eric Pickering Boorman on Monday March 7, 2016 from 12:00-1:00 pm in LA 2120. Thesis Title: Religiosity and Spirituality According to the Laity Thesis Chair: Dr. Jan Sinnott, 410-704-1353, jsinnott@towson.edu
Effective Supervision Program (ESP): Seats remain in the upcoming Spring Cohort
This cohort style program takes place during three full days of learning over a three-four week period. Cohorts meet once during the fall semester and once during the spring semester. Breakfast and lunch are provided for all three days. Dates: March 7, 14, 21 Times: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Location: AD 120 Each day […]
COOK LIBRARY BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION OF “AMERICAN CHICA: TWO WORLDS, ONE CHILDHOOD”
Wednesday, February 24, 2016 Cook Library, Room 507 Dr. Colleen Ebacher, Associate Professor of Spanish at Towson University, will provide background on American Chica: Two Worlds, One Childhood, a memoir that focus is the way cultures define, limit and enrich us. Librarian Joyce Garczynski will then lead attendees in a discussion of the book. Refreshments […]
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