If you have between 45 and 90 earned credits, you may have noticed a “hold” on your account that says “Student Degree Plan Required”. This means that this semester, you are required by the University – as a result of a state mandate – to complete and submit a plan of which courses you will take […]
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Climb a Mountain, See the World: Join the National Student Exchange
The National Student Exchange provides an opportunity for Towson students to study at one of more than 200 institutions across the U.S., in parts of Canada, and some pretty exotic locales such as Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. And a student can study elsewhere at essentially the tuition rate that they pay […]
Lay the Smackdown on Your Next Paper – New from the Thriving Tiger
You have The Undertaker of all papers, a formidable foe to challenge your intellectual pro-wrestling, no pro-writing skills. What do you do?How do you take on such a formidable opponent? Check out the Thriving Tiger blog and a great new article from the staff of The Writing Center. With this handy guide, you will be […]
Leadership Beyond York Road: Towson Students Abroad The Latest Article from the Thriving Tiger
Most people on campus know that doing a Study Abroad experience involves a cross cultural experience. But what many may not know is how a Study Abroad experience can help a student in many other ways, including developing leadership confidence and skills. Kelly Holland, Associate Director of the Study Abroad Office, provides a full picture […]
From APA to Zotero: Get the Research Skills You Need at a Cook Library Spring Workshop
This Spring, librarians will be teaching free research workshops. So whether you want to know how to find that perfect image or get a refresher on how to cite your sources correctly, there is a workshop for you. Register now at http://tinyurl.com/libworkshopsS15 Modern Language Association Style (MLA) Citations with Lisa Woznicki Friday, Feb. 27th 10:00-11:00 […]
How Well are You Living? Get Some Tips from the Latest Thriving Tiger Article
The start of a new semester is like the start of a new year. A lot of students have “new semester resolutions” about how they will improve by doing things better, smarter, harder, or longer than they did last semester. But how well are you living? The Peer Educators at the Counseling Center shares their […]
Check Out the New Edition of “Cook Notes,” the Library’s E-Newsletter!
A-LIST, and Big Read, and Yearbooks, Oh My! For all this and more, check out the new February edition of Cook Notes, the library’s e-newsletter: http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/newsletters/CookNotes/2015-02/index.html
Opening Reception and Program for Collateral Damage Exhibit
Please join us for the opening reception and program for the “Collateral Damage: The Other Face of Mass Incarceration” exhibit that is at Cook Library during the month of February. This exhibit is part of the Center for Student Diversity‘s events commemorating Black History Month. Collateral Damage Opening Reception Monday, February 16, 2015 5:00pm to […]
Student Academic Advisors are Ready to Help You! Visit the Academic Advising Center
Do you have a question about Core Curriculum requirements? Would you like help in learning how to access and use your Academic Requirements Report? Do you need to know if you can use the Pass Grading option? For answers to these or many more academic questions, stop by to meet with a Student (Peer) Academic […]
The Balancing Act: Achieving Good Grades and Maintaining Your Sanity – The Thriving Tiger Blog
Have you ever felt like you are walking a tight rope during the semester and trying desperately not to fall off? Just about everyone would agree that maintaining a healthy life balance is essential to doing well in college. But knowing and living this principle are two different things. Jeremy Boettinger of the Academic Achievement Center and a regular Thriving Tiger contributor outlines […]
OMG!! I can actually attend another university in the U.S. while paying TU tuition?
Absolutely! The National Student Exchange (NSE) program provides opportunities for students to study at another NSE affiliated college or university in the U.S. and its territories as well as some universities in Canada while paying tuition and fees to Towson. The deadline to apply for either a fall 2015 or spring 2016 exchange is February 27th, 2015. […]
The Thriving Tiger is Back, Just in Time for a New Semester with “6 Habits Every Student Needs”
After hibernating for two months, the Thriving Tiger Blog is back and ready to help you think about some key topics for success in college. Hey, it’s a new semester, a new start, and to kick things off, check out this article on “6 Habits Every Student Needs!” Read it, enjoy it, print it, and […]
What Do Prisons, Wizards, and World War I All Have in Common?
They are all the subjects of Spring 2015 events and workshops sponsored by Cook Library! You can download a pdf of the calendar here or below. Please contact librarian Joyce Garczynski at jgarczynski@towson.edu or 410-704-5168 if you have any questions.
Student-Created Library infoPlaylist about the NFL & Criminal Charges
In 2014 the NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell came under intense scrutiny from fans, the media, and the general public for their allegedly poor handling of numerous criminal offenses by players. However, deviant behavior of NFL players and their subsequent punishments has been an issue for much longer than the recent wave of incidents. From […]
Deadline to Study Elsewhere in the U.S. is February 27th
The National Student Exchange (NSE) program provides opportunities for students to study at another NSE school in the United States, its territories, and several universities in Canada while paying tuition and fees to Towson. Eligibility: full-time student with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Students participate in NSE in order to: […]
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year…Well Almost! The last word from the Thriving Tiger
Yes, we are definitely coming down the home stretch and the Thriving Tiger offers its last pearls of wisdom for the fall semester. Check out Jon Lesh’s commentary on how to maintain your perspective, not to mention your sanity, during this last week of the semester. A great read for any student and a must […]
National Student Exchange: Study elsewhere in the U.S. for a term…..or two!
Experience life from a different point of view! The National Student Exchange (NSE) provides opportunities for students to study at another school in the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Canada while paying tuition and fees to Towson. Eligibility: full-time student with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Application deadline for […]
Deadline to Study Elsewhere in the U.S. is February 27
The National Student Exchange (NSE) program provides opportunities for students to study at another NSE school in the United States, its territories, and several universities in Canada while paying tuition and fees to Towson. Who is eligible? Any full-time student with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Why do students participate in NSE? Broaden […]
New Cook Library infoPlaylist on Teen Sex
When you Google the term “teen sex” it becomes readily apparent how difficult finding statistics, news stories, and research analyses from credible sources related to adolescent sexual activity can be. To mark Sexual Health Awareness Week at Towson University, Librarians Joyce Garczynski and Sarah Gilchrist have compiled a resource guide listing credible resources related to […]
Fa la la la la Finals Frenzy: The Latest from the Thriving Tiger
Four experts from the Academic Achievement Center (AAC) team up to offer terrific tips to students on managing their time and work load during final exams. And, get this, they also offer ideas for great (and fun) stress busters as well as terrific last minute (OMG, tomorrow’s my final!) resources and help provided by the AAC. The […]
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