The Towson University Police Department wishes TU students, faculty and staff a fun and safe Halloween. Halloween is a great time to dress up, go trick-or-treating and attend parties. Please follow these basic safety tips to ensure an enjoyable Halloween: Trust your instincts. If you see something suspicious, contact the police. Avoid being alone or isolated […]
Archive | October, 2018
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 […]
A Reminder this Halloween: “We’re a Culture, Not a costume”
TU joins Ohio University and universities across the country in reminding our community this Halloween that: “We’re a culture, not a costume.” Halloween costumes that are based on ethnic, racial, religious, gender, ability, and other cultural stereotypes are hurtful and reduce people’s identities into caricatures. Your intent may be far different than the impact: what […]
TODAY – Smith Hall Sidewalk CLOSED due to Pumpkin Drop
Friday, October 26 from 12-1pm Due to the SPS Pumpkin Drop on Friday October 26th between 12-1pm, the sidewalk behind Smith Hall closest to the Glen will be closed for the hour.
LAST chance to sign up for the second session of Fall Group Exercise Classes at the TU Wellness Center!
Register Now for Your Favorite Group Exercise Classes Starting October 29, 2018! Whether you are a beginner or at an advanced level, we have a class for you. Our instructors provide a motivating environment with the attention of small group personal training. Check out the class schedule for morning, lunch time and after work classes. […]
Open Enrollment Update
As previously announced, the state of Maryland extended the date of open enrollment until November 28 because of a delay in delivering open enrollment packets. The open enrollment packets will be mailed to the home address of regular and contingent faculty and staff currently enrolled in benefits the week of October 29. Regular and contingent […]
Sikh: Turban and Identity by Amit and Naroop Photography Exhibition
Exhibit Dates: August 27th – October 26th, 8am – 5pm, UU 313 There are more than 25 million Sikhs around the world, which makes Sikhism the world’s fifth largest religion. Sikhs have been a vital part of the American fabric for over 125 years. This exhibit is a celebration of this identity and the Sikh […]
OSPR Open House TODAY
If you have questions about seeking grant funding – from identifying funding sources to submitting an application or managing an award, consider attending the OSPR Fall open house. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions about all aspects of the grant process. We will also field questions about the IRB, IACUC, and other […]
Last Call for Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program Proposals
Proposals for faculty-led study abroad programs to run in Minimester or Spring Break 2020 are due THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2018. Complete proposals should be submitted in hard copy or via email to the Study Abroad Office (PY #408 or studyabroad@towson.edu). IMPORTANT: Proposals must be approved by the department chair(s) AND submitted to the college dean(s) […]
Dining Survey
You are invited to complete the annual Voice to Vision guest engagement survey! Your feedback is extremely important to us and will be used to help us reinvent your dining experience here on campus. Before you start the survey, there are a few important items to note: · It’s confidential. We do not release individual […]
TU Foundation Announces NEW Grant Program
The TU Foundation is pleased to announce an initiative to fund faculty and staff projects that can advance the Presidential Priorities. The TU Foundation board has set aside $100,000 to be awarded to four or more groups during CY 2019 (January 1st through December 31st). The goal of the program is to provide significant funding […]
Are you looking to support local / small business?
When you order branded merchandise using AgoraCX, you can filter for ‘Local’ licensees when choosing the companies from which you’d like to see pricing. Local companies can usually source the same products the national companies can, and you get the advantage of having someone local who you can ask questions. Next time you need to […]
Early Voter Parking in Lot 23 at the Administration Building from tomorrow
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 […]
Dean’s Sabbatical Series
Dean’s Sabbatical Series – November 14 at 12:00 in CK 507 Building Global Citizens: A Blueprint for Education Reform – by Todd Kenreich How well are schools keeping up with our changing world? Are schools preparing students for global citizenship in an interdependent world of nearly 8 billion people? Over the last fifty years, there have […]
Office of Human Resources Workshop Schedule
There are some exciting workshops to attend during the month of November. November 6 Managing Your Strengths 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Take an in-depth look at your personal strengths, interests and skills. Identifying and using your strengths is the key to improving individual effectiveness and team performance. You must register by October 31 […]
Dissertation Defense Announcement for Fathe Jeribi
The Doctor of Science in Information Technology program invites the university community to a dissertation defense for Fathe Jeribi on November 16, 2018 at 1:00 pm in 7800 YR, 4th floor, Conference Room:459. Dissertation Title: Solar and Home Battery-Based Electricity Spot Market for Saudi Arabia Using Consortium and Negotiation Committee chair: Dr. Sungchul Hong, 410-704-6338, […]
Are YOU a Veteran or Active Military?
If so, we would like to invite you to the second annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon hosted by President Schatzel on November 9 that will honor veterans within the Towson University community. Please complete this form by October 26 so that we may include you. We will also share your status with the Military and Veterans Center […]
Weekend Bus Trip Tickets
The International Student Association is pleased to invite members of the Towson University community to join on their bus trip to Washington DC on Saturday, October 27. Tickets are on sale at the Union Ticket Office ($20/TU students, $25/community members), and online at http://bit.ly/TUbustrips . The charter bus will leave campus at 9am and return […]
TODAY – Battlefields and Homefronts: World War I and Modern Life Speaker Series
Come hear Dr. Christopher Capozzola, Professor of History at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, present the keynote address in the Battlefields and Homefronts: World War I and Modern Life speaker series. For more information about the World War I Speaker Series, contact the Department of History at hist@towson.edu.
LAST WEEK! Sikh: Turban and Identity by Amit and Naroop Photography Exhibition
There are more than 25 million Sikhs around the world, which makes Sikhism the world’s fifth largest religion. Sikhs have been a vital part of the American fabric for over 125 years. This exhibit is a celebration of this identity and the Sikh American experience. The turban is an integral part of the Sikh identity. […]
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