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Download the TU Commencement Guide

Commencement days are the happiest days of the year on campus and we look forward to celebrating with you in December! Whether you are a degree candidate, parent, family member or friend, the TU Commencement guide will help you prepare for the big day. Download the TU Events Guide in the Apple Store or Google Play […]

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The purple flags on Cook Beach are coming down

If you’ve walked by Cook Beach in the month of October, you’ve probably noticed the purple flags spread out across the lawn. Well this Wednesday, they will be coming down as we reach the end of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Sexual Assault Peer Educators (SAPEs) have taken national statistics about domestic violence and applied […]

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Visually Shocking

Kick off Love Your Body Week with TU Counseling Center’s Body Image Peer Educators on October 29th from 11:30a-1:30p by taking a walk through Freedom Square to learn about our “digital footprint” and reflect on how our social media posts impact our body image.

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Assistive Technology Demo Day – UPDATE

This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for a future announcement.

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CESU Funding Opportunities

Dr. Daniel M. Filer, Chesapeake Watershed CESU Research Coordinator, will present on funding opportunities available through the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units Network next week. Lunch will be provided! Where: University Union, Conference Room 306 When: November 6th, 11:30 am-1:00 pm Please R.S.V.P.

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Early Voter Parking in Lot 23 at the Administration Building till November 1

Early voting will occur at the Administration Building, daily, from Thursday October 25 through Thursday, November 1. Those participating in early voting can park in Lot 23, in front of the Administration Building. Voters will have access to the lot from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. A higher voter turnout is expected for […]

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Rocky Horror Halloween Party

An exciting evening of karaoke; performances by Actors Anonymous, Voice Slam Poetry Collective; a photo booth; costume contest; free food and lots of prizes! Come dressed in your best Rocky Horror Picture Show character. Tuesday, October 30th, 7p-10p at the Health and Counseling Centers at Ward & West.

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TU Social Work Club Meeting!

The TU Social Work Club will be learning about “What is Social Work?” on Thursday, November 1st from 4:30 to 5:30pm in CLA 2201. The TU Social Work Club provides opportunities for students to learn more about the profession, connect with students, and gain insight into career paths. The Social Work Club is open to […]

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Understanding and Using Lifelong Technologies

The Towson University Retired Faculty Association (TURFA) is sponsoring a free 3-hour workshop, “Understanding and Using Lifelong Technologies” on Friday, November 2, 2018, from 1 to 4 p.m. in 7800 York Road Room 305. TURFA members, current retirees, plus those planning to retire in the near future are welcome to attend. The agenda includes: An […]

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Regular Faculty and Staff Timesheets Due Early

Timesheets for the October 24 through November 6 pay period are due by 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 5, because of the upcoming state closings for Election Day. Please use the electronic Web timesheet program to complete and approve timesheets for the pay period in order to meet the early deadline. It is extremely important that BOTH the employee and supervisor […]

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Preparing for Grad School Mini-Conference

Thinking about grad school? Attend the Preparing for Grad School Mini-Conference on Wednesday, November 14 from 4 – 8 p.m. in Burdick 0113. This three-part, one-stop program will answer your most pressing questions and help you prepare a compelling application essay. Part I Writing Workshop (4-5:30 p.m.): Your personal statement captures the essence of your […]

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The Many Talents of LIFE: Homecoming Talent Show TONIGHT AT 8PM IN STEPHENS HALL THEATRE!

Interested in seeing the many talents Towson students have to offer? Come see The Many Talents of LIFE: Homecoming Talent Show! This event will feature a number of students performing a variety of talents live on stage. This is one Homecoming tradition you will NOT want to miss! So come on out TONIGHT at 8pm […]

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Geographers by Another Name Speaker Series

  Come hear Dr. Doug Herman from the Smithsonian Institute talk about “The Art of Navigation and Land Finding in the Pacific Ocean” on Wednesday, October 31, at 3:30pm in the College of Liberal Arts building, room 4310. For more information, contact the Department of Geography and Environmental Planning at geography@towson.edu.

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Speaker Series: With Liberty and Justice for All

Join us for the Division of Student Affairs Diversity Speaker series featuring Julián Castro and Dr. Michael Benitez, Jr. on Thursday, November 8th, at 7pm, SECU Arena. This event is FREE and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30pm. Speakers’ remarks will be followed by a moderated Q&A with Dr. Alison McCartney, Department of […]

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Parking and Transportation Notice – Basketball Season Parking Information

As the upcoming Towson Tigers Basketball season draws near, Parking & Transportation Services wants to inform the campus community about game day parking policies for Stadium lots near SECU Arena and Towson Center.  Please follow the direction of posted signs and staff. Lot 20 (Rear of SECU Arena) – will be closed three hours prior […]

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Interested in Teaching in Prison? Call for Faculty Interest

Towson University’s BTU priority has generously funded the expansion of TU’s Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program.  Inside-Out is an internationally renowned educational program that brings college students and incarcerated students together inside a correctional institution to learn as peers. Inside-Out works towards “a paradigm shift for all participants, encouraging personal transformation and an increased sense of […]

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What do you think about the Health Center? Please fill out this survey to let us know!

The Health Center is interested in learning more about how students utilize and interact with the Health Center. We’d love to hear from you! All students are invited to complete the 5 minute survey. Even if you’ve never heard of the Health Center before, we’d love to hear from you! Please complete the survey by […]

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Register for the Tiger Trot Homecoming 5K!

Celebrate Towson University’s Homecoming by participating in the fourth annual Tiger Trot Homecoming 5K! The race takes place on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, family and community members are all encouraged to participate. Runners will receive a long sleeve dri-fit shirt.  For more information or to register, visit https://www.towson.edu/studentlife/activities/recreation/campusrec/about/events.html

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BCF Marvelous Encounter

Do you know who Jesus is? Who is He? What did He do on this Earth? What does He have to do with your life? Come find out on October 26th 2018 at 7:00pm UU Chesapeake Rooms. Marvelous Encounter

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Participate in TU’s prescription take back day tomorrow

The TUPD is working with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to host a prescription drug take-back day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Representatives from both agencies will be on the second floor of the University Union to collect unwanted/unused prescription drugs for safe disposal. Students, faculty, staff, visitors and […]

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