Wednesday, April 27, 6 p.m. CLA 4110. Ben Vinson, Professor of History and Dean of College of Arts and Sciences at George Washington, will discuss his research on the colonial caste system in Latin America.
Archive | April, 2016
Course Evaluations Now Open for Spring 2016
Course evaluations for Spring 2016 are currently running and will remain open through May 10th, 2016. To complete a course evaluation please visit http://courseevals.towson.edu You can also access course evaluations via the Towson University app. Download the app by searching for “Towson U” in your app store, or use one of the following links iPhone\iPod\iPad […]
Thesis Defense Announcement for Laura Sherry
The Audiology Doctoral program invites the university community to a thesis defense for Laura Sherry on May 3, 2016 at 12:00 pm in Van Bokkelen Hall Room 107. Thesis Title: Pleasantness and Cued Recall Task Performance for Environmental Sounds Thesis Committee: Stephanie Nagle, Ph.D. (Chairperson) Diana Emanuel, Ph.D. (co-chairperson – 410-704-2417, demanuel@towson.edu), Kelly Dickerson, Ph.D. […]
Today At Noon: Open Discussion With Hollaback! Baltimore
Join us on Tuesday, April 26th, 12 – 1:30 PM for a brown-bag lunch and training in Room 313, University Union, with Hollaback! Baltimore co-director Brittany Oliver, as she facilitates an open discussion on street harassment. Hollaback! Baltimore is working to build a network of supportive non-threatening environments within our city because shouts of “You’d look […]
Thesis Defense Announcement for Maurice Robinson
The Humanities Master’s program invites the university community to a thesis defense for Maurice Robinson on April 27, 2016 at 1:00 pm in LA 5360. Thesis Title: Tyranny Lives in Theory: An Analysis of Community-State elation and Economic Interest in Antigone and Rhetorical Subjugation of Family in Incidents in the Live of a Slave Girl Thesis […]
Resume Critique: College of Liberal Arts building today 10 a.m. – noon
Stop by the CLA Cafe on the 4th floor of the College of Liberal Arts building Tuesday, April 26 from 10 a.m. – noon for a resume critique, job search assistance, help with Hire@TU, or other quick questions. All students are welcome—College of Liberal Arts students are especially encouraged to drop in! You can also […]
O’s Night at Camden Yards
In honor of its 150th anniversary, Towson University is hosting a special O’s Night with the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards on Thursday, May 5. Come join the fun as the Orioles take on division rival the New York Yankees. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Towson University officials will also throw out the […]
Last Chance to Apply for TU Alumni Association Scholarships
Last chance to get your applications in! Deadline is May 2nd! The TU Alumni Association offers the following awards and scholarships: Alumni Association Scholarship Award (formerly the Distinguished Presidential Scholarship) The purpose of the Alumni Association Scholarship Award is to recognize, encourage, and reward undergraduate students who demonstrate the highest levels of intellectual and personal […]
Seeking Award Nominations for Faculty, Staff and Alumni
The Towson University Alumni Association is seeking nominations for its annual Volunteer Recognition Awards. Please take a minute to nominate an outstanding alumna/us, faculty or staff member. The award descriptions are as follows: Spirit of the University Award – honors a TU graduate or non-graduate who has directly influenced and touched Towson University alumni, students […]
Community Service Policy Added to University Policy Web Site
A policy was recently added to the university policy Web site located at https://inside.towson.edu/generalcampus/tupolicies. *Community Service Policy To read this policy in its entirety, please go to https://inside.towson.edu/generalcampus/tupolicies/documents/07-07.29%20Community%20Service%20Policy.pdf. Please refer to the policies Web site often as policies will be added on an ongoing basis.
Introduction to LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency
Join the Diversity Action Committee (DAC) Education and Scholarship Working Group for the Tools for Inclusion Series presentation “Introduction to LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency” Though much process has been made, LGBTQ+ people still experience discrimination, bias, violence, and hatred when trying to live their authentic lives. This workshop is designed to provide you with tools to start […]
Introducing OTS Tech Table: walk-up help with devices & technology services
The Office of Technology Services (OTS) Tech Table will spotlight campus technology services and help students, faculty and staff with available technology at scheduled table locations around campus. These walk-up support sessions will feature topics such as Office 365, WebEx, WordPress and Blackboard, but OTS staff will answer questions about any of our services. Bring […]
Reach Higher Day April 26 2016
Tuesday April 26 is Reach Higher Day. Reach Higher, an initiative from First Lady Michelle Obama, is centered around providing encouragement and activating educators, counselors and other adults to help young people see college and graduate school as an option, whether at a traditional 4-year university, a 2-year community college or through an industry-recognized training […]
DEADLINE EXTENDED: 2015-16 President’s Distinguished Staff Service Award
President’s Staff Award for Distinguished Service to the University 2015-16 Nominations for the 2015-2016 President’s Staff Award for Distinguished Service to the University are currently being accepted. The award is given to a staff member who has dedicated twenty or more years to their profession with at least 15 years of service at Towson University. The staff […]
Using Video to Engage Your Students
Tap in to your creative side and work with OAI this summer to create an engaging instructional videos that may help your students really “get it”. Consider a collaborative project during the summer with the Office of Academic Innovation. Faculty have used OAI’s video production services in the past to revamp entire courses, or create […]
Sixth Annual Business Plan Competition Finale
May 4, 2016 | 4–6 PM | TU Incubator | 7400 York Road | FREE Over the last few months, area entrepreneurs have honed executive summaries, participated in a boot camp, finalized their business plans, and perfected their pitches to win TU Incubator’s 2016 Business Plan Competition. Who will come out on top? Join the […]
Tools for Inclusion Series: Introduction to LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency
Join the Diversity Action Committee (DAC) Education and Scholarship Working Group for the Tools for Inclusion Series presentation “Introduction to LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency” Though much process has been made, LGBTQ+ people still experience discrimination, bias, violence, and hatred when trying to live their authentic lives. This workshop is designed to provide you with tools to start […]
RUN FOR THE SGA
Are you still interested in representing your peers and make school wide impacts? Run for SGA! Petitions are available Friday, 4/29 in UU226 (the SGA office) for Senator Positions. Petitions are due by Tuesday 5/3 at 12:00 pm in the SGA office! Expense reports will be due Wednesday 5/4 and the Second Election will take […]
Active Shooter Training next week
When an active shooter situation happens, you’re forced to respond fast. Learn proven strategies for surviving an active shooter in the one-hour Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) course. Cpl. Joe Gregory of the Office of Emergency Preparedness will share the new “avoid, deny and defend” strategy as well as tactics to prevent door […]
Preserving the Earth, Preserving your Grades
With the excitement of finishing classes, it’s easy to be tempted to throw all your notes in the trash. However, take a moment to think about what might be useful for you in the future before throwing any notes away. The best way to prepare yourself for exams and for life is to start early and […]
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