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Emerging Technologies – Creating a Social Network Using Ning

What is Ning? Like FaceBook, Linked In and MySpace, Ning is a social networking tool. Ning is a free online service that allows you to easily develop and customize a social network. How are people using Ning? ? Many are creating social networks for university/college alumni as a way for them to reconnect. Howard University […]

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Upcoming Training & Development Workshops for October

October 8, 2008 1 p.m. ? 4 p.m. in AD120 Diversity: Can It Work for Me? Presented by: Debbie Seeberger, Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity Did you know that you play a key role in the success of Mapping the Future: Towson University 2010?s diversity goals? The demographics of our region continue to change […]

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How Can I Support Inclusiveness & Respect in the Workplace?

October 8, 2008 1 p.m. ? 4 p.m. in AD120 Diversity: Can It Work for Me? Presented by: Debbie Seeberger, Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity Did you know that you play a key role in the success of Mapping the Future: Towson University 2010?s diversity goals? The demographics of our region continue to change […]

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Managers ? Are You Prepared to Handle the Numerous Employee Relations Issues You May Encounter?

October 9, 2008 (NEW DATE!) 9 a.m. ? noon in AD120 Employee/Employer Relations and the Supervisor Presented by: Jo Ann Joseph, Office of Human Resources This course will provide you with information on university employee relations topics, including managing performance (including probationary evaluations, annual evaluations, and deadlines), handling time and leave issues (including absenteeism, Family […]

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Spinning Straw ? Transforming Conflict in Everyday Life

The Maryland Ensemble Theater and the University Conflict Management Service at the University of Baltimore are offering a play about the conversations we have in conflict. This offers an engaging way to explore conflict and mediation. Date: October 1, 2008 Time: 7 p.m. reception; 7:30 p.m. curtain Location: University of Baltimore, Student Center, 5th Floor […]

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CANCELLED ? Lunch & Learn: Deciphering the Mortgage Maze

Due to low registration, Friday?s Lunch & Learn: Deciphering the Mortgage Maze, has been cancelled.

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Teaching Online? Faculty Panel and FREE Online Workshops

Teaching Online: Featuring a Panel of T.U. Faculty Join several of Towson University’s experienced online instructors as they share their experiences and strategies and then answer your questions concerning teaching online! Panelists hail mainly from the College of Health Professions. Date: Friday, October 31 from 10:30 a.m. – noon Location: Cook 513 (previously 500C) To […]

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Tips and Training from the Office of Technology Services

Below is a list of our upcoming free training workshops. Scroll down to get this week?s software tip! Wednesday, September 17 Blackboard: Stop “Uploading” Content, Just Drag and Drop! 9 ? 11 a.m., Cook 3 Excel 2007 Basics for PeopleSoft Financials Users, 2 ? 3 p.m., Cook 3 Thursday, September 18 PowerPoint 2007: Adding Transitions […]

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CORRECTION: A YouTube and mp3 Professor: Reaching Today’s Online Student

The OTS workshop titled “A YouTube and mp3 Professor: Reaching Today’s Online Student” is scheduled for September 19, 2008 in Cook 404B, not September 12 as previously posted. For more information on the workshop, go to the OTS training Web site at {http://fusion.towson.edu/www/ciat/workshops}.

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Faculty Workshops for September

The Office of Technology Services is offering workshops to enhance and support the work of faculty at Towson University. Below is a list of our September workshops. Blackboard Fundamentals September 11 1 ? 3 p.m. Cook 19B This is an essential workshop for those new to the Blackboard environment. You will learn basic Blackboard fundamentals […]

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Disney Keys to Excellence Customer Service program

The Disney Institute’s world-renowned “Disney Keys to Excellence” program is coming to the College of Notre Dame of Maryland campus on September 25, 2008. The College has invited faculty and staff from Towson University to attend this widely acclaimed program at $50 – $90 off of the standard guest fee (using promotional code CNDEMLE). This […]

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Tips and Training from the Office of Technology Services

Below is a list of our upcoming free training workshops. Scroll down to get this week?s software tip! Wednesday, September 10 Windows Vista Essential Skills, 10 ? 11:30 a.m., Cook 3 Blackboard: Stop “Uploading” Content, Just Drag and Drop! 1 ? 3 p.m., Cook 3 Thursday, September 11 PowerPoint 2007 – New Features, 2 ? […]

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Is There A Way To Keep All Of Your Projects Running Smoothly?

Do you ever wonder what it would be like to actually complete every project that comes your way on time, within budget, and with a feeling of utter satisfaction? No doubt, you’ve had some standout experiences that went without a glitch, but there is a way to keep all of your projects running smoothly, on […]

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Managing Your Money For the Future

Buying and financing a home – should you buy or rent? This workshop will also discuss using equity in your home for home improvements, debt consolidation, vacation, and education. Date: Friday, September 26, 2008 Time: Noon – 1 p.m. in AD 120 Lunch and Learn: Deciphering the Mortgage Maze Presented by: SECU Register: online at […]

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September Training and Development Workshops

New Employee Orientation This orientation will familiarize new employees with the university’s history, mission, vision, strategic plan and diversity goals and initiatives. It will provide an opportunity for individuals to meet with campus officials and leaders as well as new friends, colleagues and more. Friday, September 19, 2008 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. AD 120 […]

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Tips and Training from the Office of Technology Services

Below is a list of our upcoming free training workshops. Scroll down to get this week?s software tip! Wednesday, August 27 ?Blackboard Fundamentals – New Faculty, 9 ? 10 a.m., Cook 3 ?Blackboard Grade Center, 11 a.m. ? noon, Cook 3 ?Blackboard Fundamentals – New Faculty, 1 ? 2 p.m., Cook 3 ?Blackboard Grade Center, […]

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Tips and Training from the Office of Technology Services

Below is a list of our upcoming free training workshops. Scroll down to get this week?s software tip! Wednesday, August 20 – Blackboard: What’s New in Version 8, 9 ? 10 a.m., Cook 404A – Emerging Technologies – Social Networking/Facebook for Faculty, noon ? 1 p.m., Cook 3 Thursday, August 21 -Office 2007 – Overview/Road […]

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Tips and Training from the Office of Technology Services

Below is a list of our upcoming free training workshops. Scroll down to get this week?s software tip! Monday, August 18 -Blackboard Content Management (for Faculty), 9 ? 11 a.m., Cook 19B -Digital Media Classroom Demo (for Faculty), 2 ? 3 p.m., Cook 404B -Word 2007 – Mass Mailings, 2 ? 3:30 p.m., Cook 3 […]

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New PeopleSoft Training Sessions Available

Additional PeopleSoft E-Pro Requestor and E-Pro Approver training sessions have been scheduled for the month of August. A list of the sessions is below – to register for a training session go to the OTS Training Web site at {http://www.towson.edu/adminfinance/ots/trainingdoc/index.asp}. E-Pro Requestor Training Sessions Wednesday, August 13, 9 – 11 a.m., Cook 19B Thursday, August […]

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USM Women’s Forum Conference 11/13/08

The University System of Maryland Women?s Forum invites you to register for their 17th Annual Conference ? Building a Better Tomorrow Today. The conference will offer participants opportunities for networking as well as personal and professional growth and development. Conference proceeds provide monies for student scholarships, faculty research awards and staff development awards. Don’t miss […]

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