If you are on academic warning this semester and have not yet participated in an academic intervention activity, this week is your last opportunity to have your “warning” hold removed in time for the start of fall 2017 registration. You may attend the “Last Chance” Workshop sponsored by the Academic Advising and the Academic Achievement […]
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Your Partners in Learning: How to Get to Know Your Professors
It is well known that students who make a connection with their professors are more motivated and optimistic about succeeding in classes. Alex Alli, a Student Advisor in the Academic Advising Center and a Business Administration major, will share ideas and facilitate a discussion on how students can approach professors, develop a good working relationship, […]
Get to Know Your Profs: The Importance of Reaching Out to Your Professor
Both experience and research indicates that students who make a connection with their professors are more motivated and optimistic about succeeding in classes. Alex Alli, a Student Advisor in the Academic Advising Center and a Business Administration major, will share ideas and facilitate a discussion on how students can approach professors, develop a good working […]
Facing and Overcoming the Academic Blues: Student to Student Advice at Midterms
It is midterm time and the academic pressure is rising. There is so much to do and so little time to get it done! Okay, take a deep breath, focus your thoughts and then join Keanu Jordan-Stovall, Student Academic Adviser, for student to student practical advice and concrete steps to “Avoiding the Academic Blues”. Thursday, […]
Avoiding the Academic Blues: Rising to the Challenge of Midterms
It is midterm time and the academic pressure is rising. There is so much to do and it has to be done now! Take a deep breath, focus your thoughts and then join Keanu Jordan-Stovall, Student Academic Advisor, for student to student practical advice and concrete steps to “Avoiding the Academic Blues”. Thursday, March 9th […]
Do You Have “Student Degree Plan Required” in your Student Center?
“I see a Student Degree Plan Required hold in my Student Center. What is that and what do I need to do?” The Academic Advising Center handles questions like this student’s question frequently. Here is the deal. Towson requires all degree-seeking students who will have 45 or more earned credits by the end of the […]
Study Away…in the U.S.A… for a Semester….or Two
The National Student Exchange (NSE) allows undergraduate students to study for a semester or year at another NSE school in the U. S., Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Canada. Broaden your personal and educational perspectives, and pay TU tuition while you study somewhere else. The application deadline for fall 2017 and spring 2018 […]
Expand Your World through the National Student Exchange
Is there a place you have always wanted to go? Are you interested in studying at a university that has a graduate program in your major? Are there courses you have wanted to take that Towson doesn’t offer? If you answered “yes!” to any of these questions, you should consider the National Student Exchange (NSE). […]
You Can Have a Successful Semester: Workshop for Students on Academic Warning
“You Can Have a Successful Semester”! This workshop for students on academic warning will outline tips, steps, and strategies for academic success. Sponsored by the Academic Advising Center and the Academic Achievement Center, “You Can Have a Successful Semester” will be held on Thursday, February 2nd, at 3:30 PM in Cook Library, Room 513. Attendance at […]
Academic Advising Center Open House: Monday and Tuesday
Welcome back to TU! And a special welcome to all new students! Have a quick advising question in between classes? Need assistance with an add/drop/swap situation? Not sure who your adviser is? Need help making sense of your Academic Requirements Report? The Academic Advising Center is hosting an Open House on January 30th and […]
Academic Advising Center Open House: Monday and Tuesday
Welcome back to TU! And a special welcome to all new students! Have a quick advising question in between classes? Need assistance with an add/drop/swap situation? Not sure who your adviser is? Need help making sense of your Academic Requirements Report? The Academic Advising Center is hosting an Open House on January 30th […]
Finals Can Be a BEAST! Tame that Beast! Check out the Thriving Tiger Blog
Finals, as most people know, can be a beast gobbling up your attention and your sleep. So, what are you going to do about that? Be our guest in figuring out how to get through this tough time by checking out the latest, helpful article from The Thriving Tiger .
Find Your Home Away from Home with the National Student Exchange!
Are you aching for an adventure at another university but don’t want to venture too far from home? If the answer is yes, the National Student Exchange (NSE) might be for you! Undergraduate students can study for a semester or up to a year at an NSE school in the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, […]
National Student Exchange: Study Elsewhere in the U.S. for a Term or ….Two
The National Student Exchange (NSE) allows undergraduate students to study for a semester or year at another NSE school in the U. S., Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Canada. Broaden your personal and educational perspectives, and pay TU tuition while you study somewhere else. The application deadline for fall 2017 and spring 2018 […]
Do You Feel You are Represented in Your Classroom?
Recharge your day with donuts and prizes! Looking to take a Core 13 (Diversity and Difference) course in the spring semester? Stop by the Center for Student Diversity in UU 313 on Thursday, November 10th between 12:00 noon and 2:00 PM. Play a game, share your personal experiences about diversity, and view sample syllabi for […]
OMG!!!! I Can Actually Attend Another University While Paying TU Tuition? Really!
Experience life from a different point of view! The National Student Exchange (NSE) program provides opportunities for TU students to study at another NSE school in the U.S., Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and several universities in Canada while paying tuition and fees to Towson. To be eligible, you must be a full-time student […]
Are You Represented in Your Classroom?
Stop by on Thursday, November 10th between 12 noon and 2 PM in the Center for Student Diversity for donuts and to share your personal experiences about diversity in the classroom. Thinking about taking a Core 13 (Diversity and Difference) course? We will have sample syllabi for Core 13 courses.
Climbing Towards Graduation: What you should know as you prepare for registration? New from the Thriving Tiger
Graduation is the pinnacle of a student’s undergraduate career. Think you’re ready for the climb? Find out in this week’s Thriving Tiger blog post: https://thrivingtiger.wordpress.com/ And check out The Thriving Tiger archives….timely articles on being a successful student and campus citizen.
Last Chance Workshop for Students on Academic Warning
If you are on academic warning this semester and have not yet participated in an academic intervention activity, this week is your last opportunity to have your “warning” hold removed in time for the start of spring 2017 registration. You may attend the “Last Chance” Workshop sponsored by the Academic Advising and the Academic Achievement […]
“What is the Student Degree Plan Required Item in My Holds Box?”
This refers to your Individualized Degree Completion Plan. Finishing your degree on time requires that you have a plan. If you will have completed 45 earned credits, you must complete an approved Degree Completion Plan. If you have not submitted your plan this is indicated in the Hold box on the Student Center with “Student Degree Plan […]
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