SITE 2018 in Washington, DC, March 26-30, is the 29th annual conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. This society represents individual teacher educators and affiliated organizations of teacher educators in all disciplines, who are interested in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about the use of information technology in teacher education and […]
Softball and 4v4 Flag Football Registration
Take your pick or play them both! Softball and 4v4 Flag Football registration is open from March 26 – April 2. The softball season begins on April 8 and the Flag Football season begins on April 11. An Intramural Sports Pass is required. For more information, visit https://www.towson.edu/studentlife/activities/recreation/campusrec/sports/intramurals/
How the University Union expansion will affect meeting and event spaces on campus
A big change is coming with A Brand New U! Starting in fall 2018, you will see the beginning of the University Union Renovation and Expansion Project. The first phase of the renovation, extending from fall 2018 to fall 2020 will include closing the Potomac Lounge, Loch Raven Room, Susquehanna Terrace and two third-floor conference […]
Register for the OAI Online Edge: Blended Course Design Cohort
The OAI Online Edge: Blended Course Design Cohort begins August 7th and runs through November 12, 2018. Over the course of a semester, faculty will work with colleagues in a blended workshop and then individually to develop their own blended course. This experience is ideal for faculty who plan to offer a blended course in […]
Benefits Bulletin: Protect your loved ones – are your beneficiary designations up to date?
It is good practice to periodically check your beneficiary designations to ensure they reflect your intentions. It is particularly important to update these records if you have recently had a significant life change such as a marriage, birth or divorce. If you are enrolled in a retirement plan, a supplemental retirement plan, life insurance, or […]
Summer 2019 Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program Proposals
Proposals for faculty-led study abroad programs to run in Summer 2019 must be received by the TU Study Abroad Office no later than APRIL 1, 2018 for consideration by the review committee. Complete proposals approved by the department chair(s) and college dean(s) should be submitted in hard copy or via email to the Study […]
Interested in a $5,000 scholarship?
The Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum is excited to announce that they will once again be offering a scholarship for up to $5,000 for the Fall 2018 semester. This unique opportunity provides students with the chance to receive a generous scholarship as well as the opportunity to network with some of the biggest CIOs in the country. […]
Baltimore’s Strange Fruit: A Story of Food Apartheid & The Struggle For Sovereignty
Tuesday, April 10, 6:00pm College of Liberal Arts, room 2310 Black Yield Institute presents a screening of Baltimore’s Strange Fruit: A Story of Food Apartheid & The Struggle For Sovereignty, a film by Eric Jackson and Maddie Hardy. A panel discussion follows the screening. This event is sponsored by the programs of Interdisciplinary Studies, Cultural Studies, and […]
SAVE THE DATE! 24th Annual Staff Development Conference
save the date 24th Annual Staff Development Conference Wednesday, May 30, 2018 University Union, 8:00am-4:00pm Theme: The Story of US *workshops, agenda, and Service Project information coming soon, * We want to know your story. Over the next few months leading up to the conference, tell us your TU story (how you got […]
Food Insecurity and FoodShare Information
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 […]
Making the Marianas Trench: A Geology Story
The Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences invite all attend an Ocean Leadership lecture by a world expert on the plate tectonics responsible for making the Marianas Trench. The title of Mark’s talk will be, “The Early History of the Izu-Bonin-Mariana Subduction System as Revealed by Diving and Drilling” Presented by: Dr. Mark Reagan, University […]
Conducting a training session? Watch this video
Conducting a training session can be an overwhelming challenge. If you have to run a session and don’t have experience, or if you just need some implementation tips on making it a success, watch this video from OTS Training.
Are you an expert in Augmented or Virtual Reality? Attend this meeting
Join TU faculty and staff to discuss the instructional use of Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality technologies. We are looking for campus experts to share how these technologies are being used, or how you would like to use them, in your classroom. The Office of Technology Services (OTS) and the Office of Academic Innovation (OAI) […]
Want a $10 UStore Gift Certificate? 6 Faculty and Students Needed to Test Library’s Website
If you love Cook Library and have an hour to spare on April 4th or April 17th, we need your help! We need six faculty or students to test out some new features of our website. To say thank you for participating, we’ll give you a $10 UStore Gift Certificate. If this sounds good to […]
Mugham: Music of Eurasia
Thursday, April 5, 2:00 to 3:00pm, College of Liberal Arts, room 2310 Performance and Discussion led by Jeffrey Werbock, America’s Master of Mugham On his third visit to Towson University, Jeffrey Werbock introduces Mugham, the indigenous classical music of Azerbaijan, part of a transnational tradition of urban music that flourishes in the cultural centers of […]
Actress and Advocate Laverne Cox– Talk Recording available now!
Missed the Spring Division of Student Affairs Diversity Speaker Laverne Cox’s powerful talk before spring break? Don’t worry- we have you covered! A recording of Laverne Cox’s talk is available for classroom viewing and other educational purposes at Towson University. Please direct your inquiries regarding access to Ms. Mahnoor Ahmed at mahmed@towson.edu. Laverne Cox is an Emmy-nominated actress […]
Help prepare your students for the Job & Internship Fair!
Faculty and staff, the time has come again for the Spring Mega Job & Internship Fair! The fair is right around the corner and will take place on Friday, April 13 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the SECU Arena. This is a great opportunity for your students to find internships and full-time positions! […]
Interest Session for THREAD
Thread of Baltimore is recruiting volunteers. Thread supports high school students in Baltimore City by providing a family of volunteers for up to 10 years. Our volunteers provide academic, emotional, and social support. Join us to learn how students, staff, and faculty at Towson can get involved to make a difference. Thursday, April 5th, 2018 […]
Office of Human Resources Temporarily Closed
Please be advised that the Office of Human Resources will be closed today, March 27, 2018 from noon to 2pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Get Access to Magna 20 Minute Mentors & Teaching Professor Newsletter Now!
TU faculty and staff now have free unlimited access to the Magna Publications 20-Minute Mentor series and Teaching Professor newsletter. The video series offers on-demand videos grounded in sound educational theory and provides solutions to common classroom and administrative challenges. Each session lasts for just 20 minutes! The Teaching Professor is a newsletter that evaluates […]
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