How would you transform Towson? What would you like to see changed at the university or in the community?
On Thursday, November 5 at 4 p.m. in the Chesapeake Ballrooms of the University Union, eight creative speakers will share their ideas on how to “reimagine and transform” the Towson community in a “mix-tape” platform that will allow presenters to share their ideas in innovative ways.
Each presenter will be given 15 minutes to present their idea in their own unique way, in a format that mirrors the well-known “Ted Talks.”
For more information on the event, or to RSVP, visit this web site: ProjectTowson.com
The event will also feature a reception and networking session afterwards. Here is the full list of Thursday’s speakers and their respective topics:
Community Speakers
- Senator James Brochin: How does Towson fit in the larger Maryland community?
- Delegate Stephen Lafferty, J.D.: Sustainable and Green Towson;
- Nancy Hafford, executive director of the Towson Chamber of Commerce: The Expansion of Towson.
Student Speakers
- Ceanne West, fourth-year graphic design major: Mental Health Taskforce;
- Judith Rosenburg, senior environmental studies major, and Haley Molnar, senior biology major: The Real Food Challenge.
Faculty Speakers
- Andrew Reiner, Ph. D., English lecturer: Making the Big World Feel Small
- Yulia Hanansen, Department of Art + Design (art history, art education): Mosaic Mural Series
- James Copser, Department of Art + Design (art history, art education): Towson Augmented Reality.
Check out the complete biographies on the presenters and information on each presentation
The event is being hosted by the Towson University Office of Civic Engagement and Leadership. Director Christopher Jensen said the office wanted to give the community a unique forum to share their ideas and hopefully to inspire others to take action, as well.
“We believe that this experience will provide the Towson community with a special opportunity to hear unique ideas conveyed it in a dynamic way that will inspire others to action in their communities,” said Jensen.
