Date: Monday, September 24, 2018 Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Location: CK507 – The Towson Room Join Dr. Jonathan Vincent, Assistant Professor in the Department of English, as he leads a presentation and discussion of two of Ernest Hemingway’s post World War I novels, The Sun Also Rises and Farewell To Arms. Refreshments will be provided. […]
Homecoming Volunteer Applications – DUE FRIDAY!
Homecoming is a fun-filled week of events that is centered around Towson pride. These events are put together by the Homecoming Committee in order to bring together students, staff, and alumni to celebrate Towson University. How can you get involved? JOIN US AS A VOLUNTEER! The 2018 Homecoming Committee will be recruiting volunteers to help […]
Graduate Studies Open House This Weekend
Are you ready to master your next career move? Join us for our fall Graduate Studies Open House on Saturday, September 22. Explore over 75 doctoral, graduate and certificate programs. This is a great opportunity to meet with program directors and admissions staff, network with current grad students, learn about financial aid options or even […]
Entrepreneurship Unplugged: Take Your Business to the Streets!
The hit weekly entrepreneurship speakers series is back! This fall on Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at various locations around campus, entrepreneurs come to campus to share their stories and interact with students. THIS WEEK’S SPEAKER Sept. 18: Social Entrepreneur 360… Part of Your TU Team! Featuring Dr. Tammira Lucas, Student Launchpad, Moms as […]
Register for the Senior & Graduate Student Conference
If you’re a senior graduating in December 2018 or May 2019, the Career Center and Alumni Relations invite you to join us at the Senior & Graduate Student Conference on Thursday, October 11 from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at WVC Ballrooms is an interactive and empowering conference designed for the prospective graduate and career […]
Pedagogy Talk & Discussion with Dr. Bronwyn Williams, University of Louisville
Come join Dr. Bronwyn Williams, Professor of English at the University of Louisville, as he leads a pedagogy talk and discussion on Thursday, September 20, at 3:30pm in the College of Liberal Arts, room 2110. For more information, please contact Dr. Matt Dowell in the Department of English at mdowell@towson.edu.
FCSM Undergraduate Research and Travel Grants
Welcome back to all faculty and students! The Fisher College Science and Mathematics offers undergraduate research and travel funding opportunities. The research grant application deadline is on the fourth Friday of the fall term, 09/21/2018, 2018 for Fall 2018 or Fall 2018+Spring 2019 projects, and on the fourth Friday in January, 01/25/2019, for Spring 2019 […]
University Senate Meeting Today
This afternoon’s University Senate meeting will take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in LA 4310. Review the meeting agenda. As a reminder, all University Senate meetings are open to the campus community. Learn more about the University Senate.
Faculty and Staff Kudos
Five faculty in the College of Education were recently awarded 2019 Maryland State Department of Education State Discretionary Grants totaling over $150,000. Kandace Hoppin – Enhancing Multi-tiered Frameworks: Integrating, aligning, and strengthening behavioral, social, and emotional supports. $44,468 Greg Knollman – An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Development and Implementation of a Fitness to Work Program […]
“Girls in the Game” Volunteer Coaches Needed
Girls in the Game is a non-profit organization based in Chicago that provides and promotes sports and fitness opportunities, nutrition and health education, and leadership development to enhance the overall health and well-being of girls. Girls in the Game currently partners with Towson University to provide a Health, Sports and Leadership After School Program for […]
IRB Standard Applications Due This Week
The next IRB deadline for submitting applications for Standard Review is this Friday, September 21st. Please plan ahead to make sure you get your application(s) in on time. All applications will be submitted to the IRB on the 21st, and should expect comments within 3 weeks. Please visit the IRB website to determine which type […]
Nominations for 2018 Homecoming Court NOW OPEN!
Homecoming is right around the corner which means we are searching for the best and brightest students of TU to become a part of our 2018 Homecoming Court! Follow this link to nominate your peers: https://involved.towson.edu/submitter/form/start/220618 OR log into https://involved.towson.edu. Nominations close Wednesday, September 26th at 11:00pm.
Towson University’s ELC Conversation Partner Program Volunteers Needed
Towson University’s English Language Center offers you the Conversation Partner Program that will pair you with one of its students. You are not required to provide any English instruction or tutoring; You just need to be able to have a casual conversation in English and meet your international partner once a week for one hour. […]
LGBTQ+ Ally Training
The next Ally Training will be on Friday, September 21 from 2 – 4pm in CLA 2310. TU’s Ally Training provides resources, tools and strategies for supporting LGBTQ+ communities. Ally Trainings are offered throughout the year and are open to TU students, staff and faculty. Topics include LGBTQ+ terminology, pronouns, bias and discrimination, and strategies for […]
Short Films by EMF Faculty – TONIGHT @ 5:30 p.m.!
Friday, September 14, 5:30 p.m. in TU’s Van Bokkelen Hall Auditorium, see new short films created in the past year by Towson University Electronic Media and Film faculty members Joe Kraemer, Ryan Murray, and Lynn Tomlinson. Behind-the-scenes discussion with audience conversation moderated by Professor Danny Mydlack. FREE Films to be screened: Lynn Tomlinson THE ELEPHANT’S […]
Two performances from Ailey II this Saturday!
Discount pricing available for TU Faculty/Staff and Students! Visit tuboxoffice.com/aileyII to select your seats to see Ailey II in concert on Saturday, September 15, 2018, in Stephens Hall Theatre. Under the artistic direction of Troy Powell, the Ailey spirit shines as these artists perform an exhilarating and diverse repertory that includes Alvin Ailey’s timeless classics and […]
Monthly Staff and Faculty Portrait Day Thursday, September 27, 2018
Monthly Staff and Faculty Portrait Day Thursday, September 27, 2018 Room 240a in Admin. Faculty and staff requesting portrait services are expected to dress professionally in business attire. We photograph only faculty and staff for Towson University publications and website. (Appointments are required) We cannot do passport photos. Time: 9:20 – 13:20 Location: Room 240a Administration building […]
Getting Study Buddies
Next Wednesday, September 19th, from 11 am – 12 pm, the Tutoring & Learning Center will be hosting a workshop on how to start and maintain successful study groups. This session will give you the tools, techniques and strategies on how to create and maintain successful study groups. We hope to see you there! Tutoring […]
Want to make your mark on Towson’s campus? Volunteer for Homecoming Week!
Homecoming is a fun-filled week of events that is centered around Towson pride. These events are put together by the Homecoming Committee in order to bring together students, staff, and alumni to celebrate Towson University. How can you get involved? JOIN US AS A VOLUNTEER! The 2018 Homecoming Committee will be recruiting volunteers to help […]
Call for Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program Proposals
Proposals for faculty-led study abroad programs to run in Minimester or Spring Break 2020 are due THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2018. Complete proposals should be submitted in hard copy or via email to the Study Abroad Office (PY #408 or studyabroad@towson.edu). IMPORTANT: Proposals must be approved by the department chair(s) AND submitted to the college dean(s) […]
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