There are two initiatives to address food insecurity on our campus: Food Insecurity is defined as the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. The Food Insecurity Support Fund was created to address the immediate need of students experiencing food insecurity. Christina Olstad serves as the Program Manager […]
Service-Learning Grant Opportunity
As part of the Towson University Strategic Plan TU 2020, which calls for Academic Excellence and Student Success and an emphasis on internships and experiential learning, the Office of Civic Engagement & Social Responsibility has created a grant opportunity for service-learning courses. Faculty may apply for grant money to support a significant service-learning project within […]
Get Inclusive online training for Title IX
This year the Office of Institutional Equity will continue using the Get Inclusive online training for Title IX, which has replaced the training in the Blackboard Training Suite from previous years. All employees are mandated reporters and must complete this training every year. This module fulfills the Federal Requirement on Sexual Harassment, Assault, and Violence Prevention […]
Online Workshops: Have you Googled yourself lately? + Teaching Online and Blended Courses
Workshop Schedule and Registration Towson faculty and staff members can attend one or more online workshops listed from the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) for free. Normally, these workshops cost up to $270 each. To REGISTER, contact OAI (x4-2005). Spotlight: Developing Your Social Media and Digital Presence for Faculty, Researchers and Scholar January 8 – 14, […]
Don’t forget to check out OTS’ tips for the holiday break
The Office of Technology Services (OTS) shares some tips that you should consider before and during the holiday break: Make sure you have a second device enrolled in Duo. You won’t be able to access your desk phone during the break, so have a second device enrolled, like a smart phone or home landline. Watch […]
SoTL Call for Applications
Burning questions about how students learn? Join the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning (SoTL) Community for 2018-2019! Applications are due May 1, 2018 and can be found at: SoTL Applications
TU Alumni Association Scholarships now available for the Fall 2018 semester!
Send in your applications today! Applications must be postmarked by January 3, 2018 or hand-delivered to the Office of Alumni Relations by 5:00 p.m. on January 3rd. The TU Alumni Association offers the following awards and scholarships: Alumni Association Scholarship Award (formerly the Distinguished Presidential Scholarship) The purpose of the Alumni Association Scholarship Award is […]
Congrats to the Top Tigers for November!
The following staff member has been recognized as Top Tiger for the month of November. Top Tigers are nominated each month by fellow staff members to recognize colleagues that go above and beyond their normal duties. Please congratulate this individual if you see her around campus! Vicki Cohen in Academic Advising, nominated by Larry Wimmers […]
Contingent and Student employee timesheets due today!
Timesheets for the December 9 through December 22 pay period are due by 10 a.m. today, because of the Christmas/Winter Break closings. Please use the electronic Web timesheet program to complete and approve timesheets for the pay period in order to meet the early deadline. It is extremely important that BOTH the employee and supervisor […]
Winter break holiday safety message
Another winter is upon us and so comes the holiday season. Thefts are more frequent during the holidays, in part because of increased opportunity. Whether you are staying on campus, staying at home, or leaving town for winter break, please follow these tips in order to have a safe holiday season. Increase your awareness of […]
Winter Break 2017 – Lecturers
Towson University will be closed for winter break from Friday, December 22, 2017 through Monday, January 1, 2018. We are currently experiencing technical difficulties capturing holidays on the Lecturer time sheets. Holidays should be left blank on the time sheet; you will receive your regular pay for this period. Record D (duty day) for time […]
It’s Time For Year End Giving
As many of you are aware, the end of the calendar year tends to be a busy time for gift processing. Many donors make their charitable contributions on or around December 31 in order to take advantage of tax deductions for the calendar year. In order to assist you in your planning, please note the […]
Winter Break 2017 – Contingent II Exempt Staff
Towson University will be closed for winter break from Friday, December 22, 2017, through Monday, January 1, 2018. The winter holiday hours will be pre-loaded the week of December 18 and your holiday leave balance will appear higher than usual. Holidays will pre-populate for December 25, 2017, and January 1, 2018. You must be in […]
Final call for TUPD’s 8th annual blanket drive donations
For the past seven holiday seasons, the Towson University Police Department has worked with St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore to collect new or gently used blankets and sheets for the homeless at Beans and Bread. St. Vincent de Paul is a leading provider of community services to people suffering from the effects of hunger, […]
Annual Online Title IX Training
This year the Office of Institutional Equity will continue using the Get Inclusive online training for Title IX, which has replaced the training in the Blackboard Training Suite from previous years. All employees are mandated reporters and must complete this training every year. This module fulfills the Federal Requirement on Sexual Harassment, Assault, and Violence Prevention […]
Material Management will be closed during the Winter Break
Material Management will be closed during the Winter Break this year, following Towson University’s official closed days. We will not be receiving or delivering packages during this time. All packages that are in transit will be held by the carrier until we re-open. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Tia Joseph at […]
Coffee with a Cop Today
Join the TU Police Department for “Coffee with a Cop” from 9 – 11 a.m. today, on the second floor of the University Union. We will be offering basic crime prevention reminders while serving FREE coffee, tea and donuts. This will help keep you safe and vigilant while studying for finals. Have a safe final exams.
Service-Learning Grant Opportunity
As part of the Towson University Strategic Plan TU 2020, which calls for Academic Excellence and Student Success and an emphasis on internships and experiential learning, the Office of Civic Engagement & Social Responsibility has created a grant opportunity for service-learning courses. Faculty may apply for grant money to support a significant service-learning project within […]
2018 Significant Date Calendar
The 2018 Significant Date Calendar is posted under related links on the Office of Human Resources web page.
Campus Recreation Closure
All Campus Recreation facilities will be closing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 and will be CLOSED from Wednesday, December 20, 2017 – Friday, January 26, 2018. Campus Recreation facilities will reopen on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 9 a.m.
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