These ventures are entering the 2022 StarTUp Accelerator
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Eight diverse ventures will take up residency in the StarTUp at the Armory this summer for an intensive eight-week fellowship.
- Four have just graduated college or graduated within two years.
- Four have founders with an average of 15 years' experience.
- Five are led by minority founders and/or female founders.
- One venture just went through the new Baltimore TechStars Accelerator.
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EriTea wins first College Cup Innovation Challenge
EriTea, led by Lydia Abraham '22, makes herb and spice infused iced teas, inspired by family traditions. Lydia won $10,000 and will be participating in this summer's StarTUp Accelerator.
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TU students chosen for elite national entrepreneurship competition
Startups Renndvous and Tapin were both chosen as top 25 entrants, from hundreds of submissions from across the U.S.
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Upcoming entrepreneurship events
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Web3: From the blockchain and crypto to NFTs
May 4, 7–8 p.m.
Join Fisher College for a panel presentation and discussion on Web3, blockchain, crypto, and NFTs presented by Solana Labs. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
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ATHENAPowerLink® Baltimore panelist info session
May 23, 3–4 p.m.
Do you have the expertise to help local woman-owned businesses excel? Join Laura Gamble, PNC, to learn how you can use your industry expertise to help them with long-term success.
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Thursday, June 2, 9–10:30 a.m.
Towson University is committed to engaging with local businesses, organizations, and nonprofits to spur economic development and create positive community impacts. There are many ways to engage with TU. However, accessing campus resources may seem daunting. That’s why we’re hosting our first Tap Into TU—a chance to network and explore ways to tap into university resources.
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Drive momentum. Drive success.
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Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute celebrates launch with Future of Work forum
From navigating hybrid workplaces to staffing issues from rising turnover and the Great Resignation, today’s leaders face a complex set of challenges. These challenges were the focus of the Grasmick Institute's Future of Work Forum and launch event.
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The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute offers a robust portfolio of leadership development options and is committed to providing opportunities that are accessible, regardless of financial means. And, through the generous support of our donors, we are proud to offer complimentary entry to these upcoming programs-simply enter the promo code "GREATLEADERS" at checkout.
- Balancing results with compassion seminar, May 17, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Manager to leader workshop, June 1–2, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Rebuilding trust and improving performance, June 14–15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
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EARN A CERTIFICATION FROM TU
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Meet your education and career goals with a self-paced or instructor-led certification prep course from TU Continuing and Professional Studies. View complete course schedule.
Upcoming live, instructor led courses
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PHR® certification prep course
May 16–May 25
Advance your HR career and stand out from other applicants with an HR certification
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PMP® certification prep course
July 11–August 17
Earn a PMP® certification to gain industry recognition and land a higher salary.
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A focus on medical billing
Medical billing is one of the fastest growing professions in allied health careers in the U.S. Our self-paced online Medical Billing course will prepare you to sit for the Certified Medical Billing Specialist or Certified Professional Biller exams.
Have questions? VIEW COURSE INFO or VIEW RECORDED INFO SESSION
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WHAT'S DRIVING OUR ECONOMY?
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Job gains. Unemployment declines.
Between issues with the supply chain, rampant inflation, poor overall growth, and the ongoing effects of both the COVID-19 pandemic and war in Ukraine, Maryland’s immediate economic future remains uncertain. The most recent jobs report showed that in March, Maryland gained a total of 3,900 Total Nonfarm jobs, while the state's unemployment rate decreased to 4.6 percent.
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Campus is bustling with activities and events for the entire community
Here are 12 events—from onstage performances to juried art exhibits—you don't want to miss as the end of the term approaches.
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OT professor uses GPS mapping to study aging in place
Heatwole Shank receives American Occupational Therapy Foundation grant to develop intervention strategies for older adults.
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Laura Harper named women's basketball head coach
Laura Harper, who helped UMD win a national championship as a player, has been named TU's Women's Basketball head coach.
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Patapsco Valley State Park honored with Green Community Leadership Award
Patapsco Valley State Park's mobile visitor center, funded in part by TU's G.I.V.E. program, was recognized for helping protect Howard County’s natural environment and preserving resources.
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TU senior making his mark in Maryland politics
Garrett Zahner ’22 named deputy director of Maryland Republican Party in March.
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