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Last Chance Opportunities for Students on Warning to Have Holds Removed

The week of March 31 – April 4 is Academic Intervention Week at the Academic Advising and Academic Achievement Centers.  If you were placed on academic warning and have not participated in an intervention activity yet this semester, this week is the time to do that!  Here are the choices. Last Chance Workshop, Tuesday, April […]

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Saturdays on the Spectrum Lecture

Parent Advocacy: Evolving the Parent-Child Relationship for Future Success Saturday, March 29, 2014:  10 a.m. – noon Hussman Center for Adults with Autism, 1 Olympic Place, Towson, MD, 212 How can the role of the parent change over time to help support people on the spectrum for future success? What are important parent‐driven activities that […]

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Get Just a Little Bit Closer to Albert S. Cook (Library) This Semester!

The beloved institution of Albert S. Cook Library is a prominent fixture on campus.  You know the place where you watch the sun rise during finals week!  Cook is much more than a great place to study or get a cup of coffee.  Cook Library is a vibrant hub of knowledge and educational interactions, not […]

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4th Annual LAPS for Autism

Join us as we run and walk laps on the track at Unitas Stadium! With your help, we can make the 2014 LAPS for Autism our largest fundraiser yet! Whether you’re a student organization, a family, or a solo participant, you will make a di­fference in the lives of adults with autism! All funds raised […]

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Happy Heart Month! Free 30-Day Trial Membership at the Wellness Center

The Towson University Wellness Center is offering a FREE 30-Day trial membership for faculty and staff. No cost/no contract and free parking for 30 days. GET STARTED ON YOUR PATH TO WELLNESS! Call 410-704-4555 to set up your first visit. Towson University Wellness Center * 1 Olympic Place * Towson, MD 21204

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Intermediate Ballroom Dance Class at the Wellness Center

Enroll in an Intermediate Ballroom Dance Class at the Towson University Wellness Center, One Olympic Place. Mondays from February 24 – April 21 (9 weeks) 7:30-8:30 p.m. Learn the Foxtrot and Tango Couples should have some dance experience to enroll in this class. If at least 4 beginning couples enroll, we will consider teaching a […]

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Handwriting Group for Children and Youth

Do you know a child who struggles with handwriting? The Occupational Therapy Center is offering a handwriting group on Thursdays for children ages 6-11 who have challenges in legible, timely, organized writing.  Sessions are scheduled at 4:30 pm beginning the week of 2/17 at the Institute for Well-Being at the Towson City Center. For registration […]

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TU Wellness Center–Winter Weight Loss Challenge

Winter Weight Loss Challenge! February 3 – March 31 Price: Members: $30  Non-Members: $99   Participation Includes: -Diet Consultation with Registered Dietitician -Educational support and nutrition workshops with Registered Dietitian -Three total body workouts -Pre/post girth measurements -Pre/post Fitness Assessments -Free group exercise classes included -Before and after photos, if desired -Winners (Individual and Team) Receive three […]

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Living Well: Take Charge of Your Health Program

The Take Charge of Your Health program is a great kick off for the New Year with a resolution to improve your well-being.  This free program is available to adults of all ages who are interested in developing a plan to self-manage health, health  conditions and well-being.  The series consists of 6 sessions on Thursdays, […]

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Department of Health Science Dress Drive

The Department of Health Science is supporting their community health interns who are working on a project at the Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute. Please donate a gently used semi-formal or formal dress to help local teens who have been affected by breast cancer. Dresses will be sold for an affordable price at the “Say […]

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Department of Kinesiology Weight Loss Study–Seeking Participants

Female students with a BMI of 25 or greater needed for a pilot weight loss study for Spring 2014. Must be willing to follow weight loss guidelines (exercising more and eating less) proven safe and effective in previous clinical trials. There are 6:30 am exercise classes m/w/f. For more information email “TU wt loss” to […]

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Department of Health Science Dress Drive

The Department of Health Science is supporting their community health interns who are working on a project at the Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute. Please donate a gently used semi-formal or formal dress to help local teens who have been affected by breast cancer. Dresses will be sold for an affordable price at the “Say […]

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Department of Health Science Dress Drive

The Department of Health Science is supporting their community health interns who are working on a project at the Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute. Please donate a gently used semi-formal or formal dress to help local teens who have been affected by breast cancer. Dresses will be sold for an affordable price at the “Say […]

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Saturdays on the Spectrum Lecture Series: Voices Developing Understanding of Autism

Hussman Center for Adults with Autism Join us for another fascinating lecture! Saturday, November 23, 2013 : 10 a.m. – noon One Olympic Place, Towson, MD (near the Towson Circle and Mall) Hussman Center for Adults with Autism, 2nd Floor, Room 209 Autism Meds 101 Dr. J. Lynn Taylor, M.D. Clinical Director of the Child […]

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Wellness Center Open House

OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, November 12th 12:00 – 3:00 pm Wednesday, November 13th 12:00 – 6:00 pm Thursday, November 14th 12:00 – 3:00 pm   Come join us for refreshments and meet your– Registered Dietitian Exercise Physiologist  Personal Trainer  ****Please contact The Wellness Center at (410-704-4555) or wellnesscenter@towson.edu for parking instructions and parking code at the […]

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Free hands-only CPR training

“Each year approximately 4,000 individuals in Maryland suffer sudden cardiac arrest. Bystanders are a vital link in the chain of survival by immediately calling 911 and starting hands-only CPR when someone collapses from a suspected cardiac arrest until help from EMS arrives. Prompt response by bystanders combined with EMS care will optimize the victim’s chances […]

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Conference for stroke survivors and families

The College of Health Professions is hosting Living Life to the Fullest after Stroke – A Conference for Stroke Survivors, Families, and Caregivers on October 18, 2013 at the Institute for Well-being from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Keynote speakers are a couple who speak about stroke nationally from the survivor and caregiver perspectives. Sessions […]

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Free hands-only CPR training

“Each year approximately 4,000 individuals in Maryland suffer sudden cardiac arrest. Bystanders are a vital link in the chain of survival by immediately calling 911 and starting hands-only CPR when someone collapses from a suspected cardiac arrest until help from EMS arrives. Prompt response by bystanders combined with EMS care will optimize the victim’s chances […]

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Hatha Yoga at the IWB Wellness Center

The Wellness Center (located at 1 Olympic Place) is offering a weekly yoga class for all interested faculty/staff.  Shay Wanigasinghe, a graduate of Yama Studio-Yoga Therapeutics, will be teaching Hatha Yoga, a yoga style centered around gentle poses and energy breathing.  The goal of Shay’s class will be to help participants gradually reduce stress  levels as they progress through […]

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College of Health Professions Movie Night!

Join us for CHP Movie Night! We will be screening the award winning documentary: “Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare”   Escape Fire examines our broken healthcare system and the creative ways health professionals are working to shift the paradigm from “sick care” to real health care. Watch the trailer here: http://www.escapefiremovie.com/trailer Date […]

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