Department of Health Science
News and Events
Fall 2008 Health Fair - HLTH 430 Class
This semester's health fair, which took place on October 21st and 22nd, was an outstanding success. Twenty students in Dr. Jackson's HLTH 430 class, "Organization, Implementation, and Management of Health Education Programs" worked in teams of 4 to develop booths to address various health topics. The teams educated nearly 200 7th-grade students at Dumbarton Middle School about Stress, Sleep, Exercise and Fitness, Food-borne Illness, and Alcohol Use Prevention. This effort continues to be an exceptional partnership between the health teachers at DMS and the Towson University Department of Health Science. Way to go!!
Health Science Community Professional Networking Event
The Health Science Community Professional Networking Event was held Friday, 19 September 2008 from12 - 2 p.m. in the University Union - Potomac Lounge. Thanks to the support and participation of so many different health care agencies/organizations, representatives and staff, this program was a huge success! The event was attended by both undergraduates and graduates pursuing majors in health science, gerontology and health care management. There were a total of 40 different agencies/organizations in attendance and over 50 representatives present from local hospitals, health related non-profits, elder care advocates and educators, and other health care managers and professionals.
Third Annual Department of Health Science Awards Ceremony
The Department of Health Science held its third annual awards and honorary society induction ceremony on May 9th from noon until 2 p.m. at the Burkshire Marriott Hotel, Stoneleigh Room - 301.
Eta Sigma Gamma and Upsilon Phi Delta Honorees were given honor cords, pins and
certificates. Other student achievements were recognized through Foster McGraw Scholarships and
Health Science Department awards for both graduates and undergraduates. Congratulations to all students for their hard work and achievements!
Faculty in the News
Dr. Sharon Buchbinder, Health Science Department Chair has article published in
Nursing Spectrum.
Dr. Susan Radius elected to American Public Health Association Executive Board Nov. '07
Dr. Wagner mentioned in front page article of New York Times Study Finds Higher Costs for Caregivers of the Elderly.
News Flash! Attention Health Science Majors!
There has been a curriculum revision in the health science major. HLTH 402 is no longer a required course for the Community Health Concentration (CHTH) and the Dual (School and Community Health - SCHE) Concentration. You may choose an elective course instead in consultation with your adviser.
Senior Health Majors Design Bulletin Boards to Educate the Campus
The following posters are hanging in Burdick Hall and are part of a project requirement for HLTH 425 Instructional Methods.
TU Students Attend 10th Annual Health Education Summit in Washington, D.C.
Students spent March 3-5, 2007 at the 10th Annual Health Education Summit in Washington, D.C., where presentations were given by the director of CDC's National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Senator Kennedy's chief health staffer, and the director of CDC's REACH program.
The trip also included visits to Capitol Hill where students discussed important health issues with Congressional staff members. This year, they met Senator Cardin, who joined them for a group photo.
The program was a wonderful learning experience as well as a unique opportunity to talk with government officials.
Department of Health Science
Burdick Hall, Room 141
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2637
Fax: 410-704-4670
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