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APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2024 StarTUp Accelerator

Are you a founder seeking to grow your venture? Do you want $10,000 to help? Apply for the 2024 StarTUp Accelerator, an eight-week, cohort-based fellowship where founders work collaboratively to accelerate their ventures.

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Have questions? Attend an info session.

Join Patrick McQuown, executive director of entrepreneurship, for an upcoming info session to learn more learn about the StarTUp Accelerator.

Looking for co-working space? The Armory has you covered.

The StarTUp at the Armory is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., for your co-working and meeting needs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, lockers, multiple workstation setups, as well as several reservable conference rooms. LEARN MORE

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Debunking Leadership Myths Forum

Thursday, February 22, 8–10:30 a.m., South Campus Pavilion

During this forum we will examine some of today's most popular leadership trends, examine their credibility, and actively debunk the myths within them. Join us to learn strategies on how to effectively balance new trends while holding onto your core principles and beliefs and to hear from these regional leaders:

John Foster, Chief Impact Officer, Fearless

Danista E. Hunte, President and CEO, Maryland Philanthropy Network

Bill Wiedel, President and CEO, CFG Bank

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Upcoming Workshops

One of the single, best antidotes to low employee engagement is effective and impactful leadership. Join the Grasmick Institute for one of these upcoming workshops to expand your leadership potential:

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WHAT'S DRIVING OUR ECONOMY?

Maryland continues low unemployment rate

Maryland’s unemployment rate increased to 1.9% in December, but continues to have a very strong labor market relative to the rest of the U.S. Despite the increase, Maryland continues to have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, tied with North Dakota.

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ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH A NEW CERTIFICATION

The new year is a great time to update your resume with a new certification. TU Continuing and Professional Studies makes it easy to advance your career with a full schedule of instructor-led and self-paced certification prep courses.

Upcoming instructor-led courses: Register by these upcoming start dates and take 20% off registration.

Female Mentors

Project Management Professional Certification Prep Course

January 29–March 6

Prepare for the PMP® certification and prove yourself as a leader in project management.

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Students working on robots

Human Resources Certification Prep Course

February 24–April 27

Stand out from other HR applicants with a PHR®, SPHR®, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.

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Students sorting donated food

Certified Professional Medical Coding Course

March 5–June 13

Prepare for a rewarding career in healthcare with a Certified Professional Coder certification from AAPC.

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2024–2025 course dates announced for CCMA program

TU Continuing & Professional Studies is launching an accelerated summer Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program, which will allow you to complete the clinical education hours in about eight weeks. This option is great for those who can commit to the quicker pace of the program delivery.

2024 Start Dates

  • March 12–July 9
  • May 29–July 31 (accelerated)
  • August 10–December 21

2025 Start Dates

  • January 25–June 7
  • March 4–July 1
  • May 28–July 23 (accelerated)

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EXPLORE OUR LIFELONG LEARNING COMMUNITY

The Osher at Towson University provides learning opportunities to expand knowledge, gain insights into current events, and access social and cultural activities in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. No entry requirement or exams. Just bring your curiosity and love of learning.

  • Preview spring 2024 courses: Join Osher instructors for a virtual preview of courses on February 5 at 2 p.m. The preview will premiere on YouTube and will be accessible on the Osher website.
  • Spring 2023 semester: The spring semester runs March 4 through May 3 with a full schedule of liberal-arts style courses covering a diverse range of topics and taught by subject matter experts including current and retired TU faculty. View at-a-glance schedule (PDF)

LEARN MORE ABOUT OSHER

Division of Strategic Partnerships & Applied Research
Towson University
8000 York Road, Towson MD 21252
partnerships@towson.edu
410-704-2415

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