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Archive | November, 2017
TUPD’s 8th annual blanket drive
For the past seven holiday seasons, the Towson University Police Department has worked with St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore to collect new or gently used blankets and sheets for the homeless at Beans and Bread. St. Vincent de Paul is a leading provider of community services to people suffering from the effects of hunger, […]
Multiculturalism in Action Brown Bag Series
Wednesday, November 29, 12:00 to 1:15pm, College of Liberal Arts building, room 3150 “History’s Reverberations: The Historical Roots of Baltimore’s Contemporary Policing Challenges” Dr. Elyshia Aseltine, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, Anthropology, & Criminal Justice In April 2017, the City of Baltimore entered an agreement with the US Department of Justice (DOJ) to make significant changes to local […]
THREAD and Towson Meetup
Thread supports high school students in Baltimore City by providing a family of volunteers for up to 10 years. Our volunteers provide academic, emotional, and social support. Join us to learn how students, staff, and faculty at Towson can get involved to make a difference. Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 6:00 PM in the Center […]
Research Talk – African American Male Ph.D. Scientists and Engineers
Presented by: Department of Physics, Astronomy & Geosciences. Description: Perceptions of factors that impact their persistence in STEM through a lens of critical race theory. Presenter: Dr. Shari Earnest Watkins, interview candidate for the Science Education faculty position in the Department of Physics, Astronomy & Geosciences. Time: Monday, November 27, 2017; 1:30pm-2:30pm Location: Smith […]
Last week to nominate an alum for the Distinguished Alumni Award!
The Towson University Alumni Association is now accepting nominations for its Distinguished Alumni and Deans’ Recognition Awards. The Distinguished Alumni and Deans’ Recognition Awards are the highest honors presented by the Towson University Alumni Association on an annual basis in the spring. This competitive program honors those alumni who have attained notable achievements or have […]
Free Penn Station & BWI Shuttle during Winter Break
Parking & Transportation Services is pleased to offer free shuttle services to Penn Station & Baltimore/Washington International Airport during major breaks throughout the school year. The free service to Penn Station & BWI is provided to TU students, faculty, and staff. A valid TU ID is required to ride the shuttle. Please click here to […]
WTMD’s Saturday Morning Tunes
On Dec. 2, WTMD’s Saturday Morning Tunes concert series is coming to the Senator Theatre for an indoor festival featuring Lard Dog & the Band of Shy and the Rhodes Tavern Troubadours. Baltimore children’s book author Kevin O’Malley will be sketching animals and other creatures by request, and we’ll have a holiday-themed photo booth, inflatable […]
Department of Kinesiology Sabbatical Talk: Speaker – Dr. Keunsu Han
Dr. Keunsu Han will present “Sports and Soft Power” based on his visiting scholar sabbatical research in Interdisciplinary Area Studies at Oxford University, in the United Kingdom. Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Burdick, Room 113 Title: Sport Mega-Events as Nations’ Soft Power Strategies Contact: Keunsu Han, Ph.D., khan@towson.edu 410-704-4594
Thanksgiving Holidays – Regular exempt staff, 12-month faculty, and librarians
Towson University is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday from Wednesday, November 22, 2017, through Friday, November 24, 2017. Faculty and staff in departments which observe non-traditional work hours and schedules, or which perform essential functions, should discuss coverage with their supervisors. Below is a sample time sheet to use as a guide for the Thanksgiving […]
Screening of “The Invisible Patients” at the Universities at Shady Grove
Come view a screening of “The Invisible Patients” at the Universities at Shady Grove on Thursday, Nov. 30. A pre-screening reception starts at 5:30 p.m. before the 6 p.m. screening and 7:45 p.m. discussion. In the film, a nurse practitioner struggles to preserve the health and humanity of patients living on the edges of the […]
Search for Jobs Anywhere, Anytime with Handshake Mobile!
Expand and enhance your job search by using the Handshake mobile app! This app focuses on the job discovery process by allowing users to easily explore jobs, favorite them and apply while on the go. Students will also receive notifications for application deadlines and messages from employers. The process is simple: Customize your profile using […]
Trench Ball Tournament Registration
Ever heard of Trench Ball? Join us for a tournament on December 2. Registration opens on November 20 and closes on November 27. For more information, please visit: recreation.towson.edu
Construction update: Vehicular impact of the New Science Complex
As construction of the New Science Complex is underway, all drivers are requested to access the Glen Garage and Lot #26 via Cross Campus Drive. This is due to the increased pedestrian traffic flow near Batemans, and to reduce pedestrian-vehicle concerns.
Songversations for Social Justice
The fourth and final installment of the Cultural Competency Workshop Series for the fall semester will take place on Wednesday November 29th 6PM-7PM, and will be led by Miguel Rodriguez, the Graduate Assistant for Cultural Competency Education supervised by Brian Jara. This workshop will be geared toward examining musics role in social justice movements, exploring how music and […]
Badminton Tournament Registration
Join in on the fun! Badminton Tournament registration opens on November 27. Grab some friends and sign up before December 4. The tournament takes place on December 9. For more information, visit: recreation.towson.edu.
CBE Students: Apply for Scholarships
The College of Business and Economics offers a variety of scholarships for majors within the college (accounting, business administration, e-business and economics). Some of these scholarships require proof of financial need and others do not. Current CBE Students can apply for scholarships for the 2018-2019 academic year beginning Nov. 1, 2017. The deadline to apply for […]
Food Insecurity and FoodShare Information
There are two initiatives to address food insecurity on our campus: Food Insecurity is defined as the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. The Food Insecurity Support Fund was created to address the immediate need of students experiencing food insecurity. Christina Olstad serves as the Program Manager […]
Construction update: Glen Bridge closure
The Glen Pedestrian Bridge will be closed from noon on November 29 through 7 a.m. on November 30 for the application of a sealer on the concrete. However, if it rains within this time frame, the work will be re-scheduled to take place from noon on November 30 till 7 a.m. on December 1. The sidewalk […]
Campus Recreation Closures
All Campus Recreation facilities will be closing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21 and will be CLOSED for the university break from Wednesday, November 22 – Saturday, November 25. Campus Recreation facilities will reopen on Sunday, November 26 at 12 p.m.
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