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Check out the Human Library!

“Human Books” challenge stereotypes through respectful conversation with others. During the Human Library, volunteers from our campus community act as books. Titles of all Human Library books relate to one or more aspects of the volunteer’s identity; usually, an identity that has faced bias or discrimination. Human Books are checked out by patrons for a […]

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Interested in a career in IT? Visit the General Dynamics Info Session tomorrow

Join us tomorrow in the Career Center for an information session with General Dynamics IT. Meet with recruiters to learn about General Dynamics’ National Security Early Talent Program, a fast-paced development program designed for high-performing individuals who want to gain a broad exposure to IT. Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 3 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. The Career […]

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Don’t Forget to Register your Group for Homecoming Week! – REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON!

Want to participate in a Towson campus tradition? Register your group to participate in this year’s Homecoming Week! This year’s theme is Game On, where daily activities will be game themed including “The Many Talents of LIFE” talent show, “Survey Says” Live Game Show, and a “Towsonopoly” Block Party. Groups will compete in various activities […]

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Apply for a $5,000 scholarship!

The Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum is excited to announce that they will once again be offering a scholarship worth up to $5,000 for the Spring 2019 semester. This unique opportunity provides students with the chance to receive a generous scholarship as well as the opportunity to network with some of the biggest CIOs in the country. […]

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20 Tigers in Their 20s!

Help us celebrate our accomplished young alumni at this year’s Twenty Tigers in Their Twenties Join us as we recognize Twenty Tigers for their accomplishments in their careers, within their communities or at Towson University. Mix and mingle with fellow alumni, family, friends and community members before we celebrate this year’s recipients. Bring your business […]

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South Africa and US: Civil Rights and Civil Wrongs (Faculty-Led Study Abroad)

Study in South Africa with Towson University in Minimester 2019. As the U.S. moves past its 50th year of the Civil/Voters Rights Act and South Africa moves past its 20th year of democracy/post-apartheid, Civil Rights and Civil Wrongs reflects on what we can learn from one another. What have we done wrong and what have we […]

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Health Benefits Open Enrollment Packets

The State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division experienced a delay with open enrollment materials.  Therefore, the open enrollment packets will be mailed mid-October.  Packets will be mailed to the home address of regular and contingent faculty and staff currently enrolled in benefits. Regular and contingent faculty and staff not currently enrolled in benefits will be […]

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Multiculturalism in Action Brown Bag Series

Wednesday, October 10, 12:00 to 1:15pm, College of Liberal Arts, room 3150 “English proficiency: The ‘primary concern’ of culturally & linguistically diverse nursing students?” Dr. Jennifer Mott-Smith, Department of English The majority of articles examining the education of culturally and linguistically diverse nursing students concludes that language proficiency is a major barrier to this group’s success. However, these articles […]

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Reggio Emilia Study Tour, Italy (Graduate Study Abroad)

Learn about the Reggio Emilia approach to education in Italy in March 2019 with Towson University. This study tour offers graduate students practical international experience combined with academic coursework and the opportunity to observe the Reggio Emilia approach first-hand. This study group is designed specifically for small groups of students and accompanying professors interested in […]

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Parking & Transportation Services Notice –Visitor Parking Permit Options & Process

The “Pay by Plate,” and ParkMobile app, which was launched in Spring 2018, are two ways Towson University visitors can conveniently obtain permits for visitor parking on campus. Parking & Transportation Services offers the opportunity for hourly or daily campus visitors to purchase virtual visitor parking with ease. General Visitor Options & Information – Pay-by-Plate […]

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TUPD and Starbucks (Cook Library) host National Coffee with a Cop

Join the Towson University Police Department and Starbucks as we host National Coffee with a Cop from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3 at the Starbucks in Cook Library. Come by and talk to the police, while we offer crime prevention tips, pastries, and free samples of signature coffee. Come join us for […]

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Study Abroad Deadline Approaching (2 weeks left!)

Minimester and Spring Break Faculty-Led Application Deadline: October 15, 2018 Are you planning to study abroad? You have just two weeks left to submit your faculty-led study abroad application! Don’t delay, apply today! Students may also apply for a TU Institutional Study Abroad Scholarship once they have submitted their study abroad program application through Horizons. […]

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CPR, AED & First Aid Courses

Get certified, save lives. Campus Recreation offers American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid courses, which provide training to respond in emergency situations. For a full list of course dates, visit https://www.towson.edu/studentlife/activities/recreation/campusrec/safety/cpr.html  

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ICAW 2019 Poster Contest

Call for Entries: The International Compost Awareness Week Committee invites YOU to get involved in ICAW 2019. They are looking for anyone interested in participating in our 17th Annual Poster Contest. The winning poster will be used to promote International Compost Awareness Week, May 5 -11, 2019. The contest begins on September 1, 2018 and […]

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TU’s Cybersecurity event is tomorrow!

Attend the third annual Cybersecurity event! Tomorrow, join the Office of Information Security (OIS) in the Office of Technology Services (OTS) for industry expert presentations, a vendor zone, refreshments and giveaways – including Amazon gift cards and a pair of Ravens tickets. This year’s theme is stop.think.connect. Event: TU’s Cybersecurity event Date:  Tomorrow – Tuesday, October 2 Time: 10 […]

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Nominations due 10/17 for Teaching Innovation Awards| View Past Winners

The OAI Innovation in Teaching Award honors individual faculty or faculty-led groups who have implemented outstanding innovative teaching approaches shown to increase student learning and success. Innovative teaching may include the use of new instructional technologies, the use of traditional technologies in creative ways, novel approaches to instruction, and new ways to engage students in […]

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Tell Campus Recreation What You Think

Campus Rec wants to hear from students, faculty and staff about the Campus Recreation center in Burdick Hall. We are also partnering with Dr. McFadden in the College of Health Professions to study the impact of the use of technology when exercising. Participants of the survey may enter for a chance to win a FitBit, […]

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AgoraCX is your new best friend

Beginning today, all orders for branded promotional material must be placed through AgoraCX. This new system provides users access to all of the universities licensees and gives the university greater control over its trademarks. If you have any questions about AgoraCX, please visit towson.edu/licensing; or contact Rick Pallansch, Assistant Vice President of Creative Services, at […]

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Goalball Tournament

Campus Rec is proud to work with the United States Association of Blind Athletes to offer an event for National Blind Sports Day. Join in on the fun and register for the Intramural Sports goalball tournament on October 5. To register your team, email intramuralsports@towson.edu by October 1!

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Leadership Foundations Training Cancelled

The Office of Human Resources, Employee Training and Development has cancelled Leadership Foundations scheduled for October 2 due to low registrations. Please refer to the OHR training calendar for other course offerings. Contact Michele Hunt for more information.

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