These are tentative dates and plans for the Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 term. Times and dates may change at any time so check back for updates.
FALL 2008
SPRING 2009
August
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Honors College Freshman Orientation
Thursday, August 28, 2008; -4:00-7:00 pm,
Stephens Hall Theatre
The Honors College Freshman Orientation at Stephens Hall Theatre (2nd Floor) is designed to encourage and enhance leadership skills and to build a solid foundation with other first year
Honors College students and The Honors College Community at Towson Unviersity.
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September
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Honors College WelcomeBack Barbecue
Tuesday, September 2,
2008; 12:00-1:30 pm,
Newell Field
Come kick off the fall semester at The Honors College Welcome Barbecue filled with good food and great company. Get to know incoming Honors College students as well as faculty members who will be teaching the fall semester courses.
HSCS Meeting
Wed., September 10, 2008; 6:15-8:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
As an Honors College student you are an automatic member of the Honors College Student Council.
Honors College Faculty Reception
Tuesday, September 16, 2008; 4:00-5:30 pm, Stephens Hall, Room 300
Honors College Study Abroad Presentations
Tuesday,
September 16, 2008; 5:00-7:00 pm,
Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
If you are interested in studying abroad or learning more about the benefits you can receive from studying abroad including receiving honors credits, join us for PIZZA as Honors College students share their presentations about their study abroad experiences.
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Sunday, September 21,
2008; 9:30 am, Bus Stop @ Administration Building/Cross Campus Rd.
Join the HCSC for a trip to the Renaissance Festival. We will be departing at 9:45AM from the Administration Building and returning around 6:00PM. Transportation to the festival will be free but admission to get in will be $13. Sign up and submit the $13 admission fee at the Honors College in Stephens Hall, Room 302. We highly recommend bringing extra spending money!
E-mail HCSC@towson.edu with any questions!
Honors College Student & Faculty Focus Groups
Thursday, September 25, 2008; 12:30-1:45 pm, Stephens Hall, Room 300 & 306
Honors College Family Weekend Breakfast and Open House
Saturday,
September 27, 2008; 9:30 am, Stephens Hall, Room 300
During the Open House parents will enjoy a tour of the Honors College Suite and classrooms, meet the Honors College staff, learn about upcoming Honors College events, and enjoy breakfast with their student.
More information on this event can be found in the Family Weekend packet that was sent from the University. Register for this event through the Family Weekend registration form found in the packet or by filling out the online registration form at www.towson.edu/main/lifetu/events/familyweekend/ and checking box #23, “Honors College Open House.”
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MAY
OCTOBER
Faculty Brown Bag Lunch: What is Honors?
Tuesday, October 7, 2008; 12:30-1:45 pm, Stephens Hall, Room 300
HSCS Meeting
Wed., October 8, 2008; 6:15-8:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
As an Honors College student you are an automatic member of the Honors College Student Council.
Honors College "Conversations with . . . Assistant Dean, Erin Mountz "
Monday, October 13, 2008; 3:30-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Come hear about what's going on in the Honors College and have your questions answered by Erin. Food will be served.
HCSC Fright Fest 2008 at Six Flags America
Saturday, October 18, 2008; 4pm-Midnight
Join the Honors College at Six Flags Fright Fest. Expect a night of roller-coasters, haunted trails, and fun! The cost is $25 in cash and that covers your ticket and bus ride. We will be departing at 4:00PM from the Administration Shuttle Stop and returning around 11:30PM. Come sign up in Stephens 302.
Honors College Study Abroad Presentations
Tuesday,
October 21, 2008; 5:00-7:00 pm,
Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
If you are interested in studying abroad or learning more about the benefits you can receive from studying abroad including receiving honors credits, join us for PIZZA as Honors College students share their presentations about their study abroad experiences.
Honors College Seminar Night
Monday, October 28, 2008; 5:00-7:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
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nOVEMBER
"Light the Night" Walk
Saturday, November1 , 2008
pJoin the Honors College Student Council in walking around Towson's campus to raise awarness for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For more information, and to register, go here! (http://register.lightthenight.org/LTNRegistration/app) Then search under Team Names for Honors College. We hope to see you there!
Honors College Spring 2009 Course Registration
Friday, November 7, 2008
Faculty Brown Bag: Honors/Course Development
Tuesday, November 11, 2008; 12:30-1:45 pm, Stephens Hall, Room 300
Afternoon of Conversations with the Honors College
Saturday, November 15, 2008; 1:30-3:00pm, Susquehanna Terrace
During the afternoon, you'll participate in intriguing conversation with Honors College students, sample an honors class taught by one of our english professors, Dr. Reiner, and enjoy delicious desserts. You'll find out about our Honors College scholarship and why our students think TU is a great place to live and learn!
Reservations are required by Monday, November 3 by calling 410-704-4677 or emailing HCreservations@towson.edu. Please include your name, address and total number of guests attending.
Honors College Study Abroad Presentations
Tuesday,
November 18, 2008; 5:00-7:00 pm,
Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
If you are interested in studying abroad or learning more about the benefits you can receive from studying abroad including receiving honors credits, join us for PIZZA as Honors College students share their presentations about their study abroad experiences.
HCSC Inner Habor Trip
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Come explore the Balitmore Inner Harbor with HCSC! Whether you want to have some lunch, visit the aquarium, go shopping, or the many other opportunties, its your choice! Come sign up in Stephens 302.
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December
An Evening with Matt Pless
Thursday, December 4, 3009; Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Matt Pless is a singer-songwriter who is a scholar and poet first and foremost and a performer and musician second. Matt used to open for acts such as Fallout Boy and Maroon 5 with his punk band 3 Prong Outlet. In recent years Matt has shifted to a folk sound inspired by the likes of Lennon/McCartney and Bob Dylan. Matt’s songs are poetic, witty, and at times political he captures the essence of what it means to be a generation Xer and college age person in this turbulent era. Matt will perform his songs then show his music video for “When the Helmets Hit the Ground” on the projection screen after which faculty and students will be able to discuss his approach to lyric and the semiotic functions of his use of imagery.“The Situationists,” a music collective of socially aware honors college students fronted by singer/songwriter Amanda Kinslow will open the show. The band is grounded in French intellectual thought and poetic theories of student resistance and social change. Hope to see you there.
For more information contact;
Amanda Kinslow akinsl1@towson.edu(English Club Treasurer, Cultural Studies)
OR Dr. Peter Baker pbaker@towson.edu (English, Honors College
HCSC Meeting/Holiday Party
Wednesday, December 10, 2009; 6:15-8:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
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JANUARY
TU Leadershape 2009
January 18-23, 2009
Want to establish yourself as a great leader? Consider applying for LeaderShape! LeaderShape is a highly selective program for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors that takes place off-campus in January for six intensive, life-changing days. We will be accepting applications for LeaderShape 2009 now! Space is limited. For more information go to: www.towson.edu/leadershape.
Honors College Donor Luncheon
Friday, January 23, 2009; 12:00-2:00 pm, ST 300
The Honors College would like to thank our contributors for all of their generous donations throughout the years by hosting a Thank You Luncheon. At the luncheon the contributors will be able to mingle with other donors and the Honors College staff as well as hear the Dean of the Honors College speak about how their much appreciated donations have been put to good use. This is an invitation only event.
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FEBRUARY
Faculty Honors College Theses Preparation
Thursday, February 5, 2009; 3:30-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Honors College Spring Kickoff Event: Grease @ The Hippodrome
Sunday, February 8, 2009; 1:00 pm, The Hippodrome, Baltimore
Honors College Study Abroad Presentations
Monday,
February 9, 2009; 5:00-7:00 pm,
Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
If you are interested in studying abroad or learning more about the benefits you can receive from studying abroad including receiving honors credits, join us for PIZZA as Honors College students share their presentations about their study abroad experiences.
HCSC Generation Jeopardy
Monday, February 16, 2009; 6:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Honors College Student Brown Bag: Info Session on National Scholarships/Fellowships
Thursday, February 26, 2009; 4:00-6:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
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MARCH
2009 Maryland Collegiate Honors Council Conference
Friday & Saturday, March 6 & 7, 2009
The Honors College at Towson University is honored to host the 2009 MCHC Conference. The event is open to all college Honors Program in Maryland. This year's conference theme theme will combine the motto of Towson University "Thinking Outside" and the honors students' ability to go above and beyond traditional academic learning environment, therefore making our theme "Thinking Outside the USA."
Honors College Study Abroad Presentations
Monday,
March 9, 2009; 5:00-7:00 pm,
Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
If you are interested in studying abroad or learning more about the benefits you can receive from studying abroad including receiving honors credits, join us for PIZZA as Honors College students share their presentations about their study abroad experiences.
Honors College Summer 2009 Course Registration
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Honors College Presents: Reflections "Best Seminar"
Wednesday, March 11, 2009; 4:00-6:30 pm, Potomac Lounge
Spring Break
Sunday, March 15, 2009-Sunday, March 22, 2009
Honors College Seminar Night
Monday, March 23, 2009; 5:00-7:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Conversations with Dr. Maria Fracasso, Dean of the Honors College and HCSC Meeting
Monday, March 30, 2009; 3:30-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Dr. Maria Fracasso, Dean of the Honors College, will engage in a conversation with students about their expectations for the Honors College. Refreshments will be served.
Also, candidates for next year’s HCSC officers will announce their interest in the positions and their plans for HCSC. Nominations for HCSC officers are currently being accepted. Nominate yourself or a friend by e-mailing HCSC@towson.edu.
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APRIL
Honors College Fall 2009 Course Registration
Friday, April 3, 2009
Honors College Faculty/Student Reception
Tuesday, April 7, 2009; 5:00-6:00 pm, Stephens Hall, Room 300
Honors College Study Abroad Presentations
Monday,
April 13, 2009; 5:00-7:00 pm,
Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
If you are interested in studying abroad or learning more about the benefits you can receive from studying abroad including receiving honors credits, join us for PIZZA as Honors College students share their presentations about their study abroad experiences.
Honors College Open House/Info Sessions for Prospective Students and their Families
Thursday, April 16, 2009; 4:00-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Thursday, April 23, 2009; 4:00-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Friday, April 24, 2009; 4:00-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Thursday, April 30, 2009; 4:00-5:00 pm, Richmond Hall, Room 214 (Richmond Commons)
Please join the Honors College staff during an information open house and information session. The session begins at our Richmond Commons classroom with a presentation about the Honors College, followed with a Q&A time, and concludes with a walking tour from Richmond Commons to the Honors College office suite and classrooms on the third floor of Stephens Hall.
Reservations are encouraged by the Monday prior to the session by calling 410-704-4677 or emailing HCreservations@towson.edu. Please include your name and the total number of guests attending.
Honors College Outdoor Movie Night
Friday, April 24, 2009 (Rain Date- Friday, May 1, 2009); 9:00 pm, Newell Field
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MAY
Honors College Convocation
Sunday, May 3, 2009; 2:00-4:00pm, Potomac Lounge
The Honors College will be hosting their graduation convocation on Sunday, May 3rd, for all those who are graduating from the Honors College in Spring 2009. If you have not done so already, please fill out the Honors College Graduation Application and return it to the Honors College in Stephens Hall, Room 302.
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