A man lives in poverty in Colombia and lacks the technology to start his own business. Across the world in Tajikistan, a different man plants wheat and needs fertilizer to ensure a good harvest. Both of these people have a story to tell and for sophomore Alexandra Woodfin, stories like these are a way to fight against poverty. “I think it’s just cool because everyone has one and they’re all different and it’s just cool [...] Read the full story »

Hillel President Ben Rosenbaum, a senior, transferred to Towson after his freshman year and has been involved in the Jewish cultural organization ever since. Rosenbaum said his girlfriend had to drag him to Hillel for his first time. The reason he continued going after that was because of the people he met there, including Director of Engagement Mickey Rubin and Director of Jewish Student Life Darlene Siegel. Recently the two directors were fired for unclear [...] Read the full story »

Towson lost to Stony Brook 8-6 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, ending the Tigers’ season. The game was close until the Sea Wolves were able to pull away in the second half. Graduate attack Jackie LaMonica and senior midfielder Ashley Waldron led the Tigers offensively, as each scored two goals. But overall, Towson’s offense struggled in the game, scoring just six goals on 18 shots and only converting one of five free [...] Read the full story »

When my senior year of high school was wrapping up, I was going through a slight Ebay phase. I was convinced that I could always get whatever it was I needed cheaper on Ebay. So when I was searching for prom dresses I naturally started looking there first. I found a really pretty dress and it was only 99 cents… with $99 dollars shipping, I found out later. But still even after the fact $100 [...] Read the full story »

Apocalypse now? In December, rumors of the pending apocalypse were abounding. The Mayan Calendar ended on Dec. 21, leading some people to believe the world was going to end. Some students, like 2012 alumna Amanda Menke, supported the theory. “The Mayans were pretty accurate with their predictions, so I think that lends some credibility,” she said. Others, however, discredited the idea. “I’m pretty sure that the winter solstice is the only thing going to happen [...] Read the full story »

President Loeschke’s inauguration After serving for roughly half a year as president of the University, Maravene Loeschke was officially inaugurated as the 13th president of Towson on Sept. 16. Loeschke’s inauguration was complete with speeches from several dignitaries, including Student Government Association President Brandy Hall, Chancellor of the University System of Maryland William Kirwan and Maryland senator Ben Cardin. The ceremony also featured a tribute by Loeschke to her husband, Dick Gillespie, who was a [...] Read the full story »

As another school year goes by, it is once again time to reflect on the year that was. In order to reflect, The Towerlight has compiled a list of the two most important events from each of the past eight months that has consisted of the 2012-13 school year. September October November December January February March April Read the full story »

Final commencement in Towson Center On Sunday, Jan. 6 Towson University held its final graduation in the Towson Center. It was the 148th commencement ceremony held by the University, and 1,960 students received their respective degrees. University President Maravene Loeschke focused on the importance of the event during her speech for the Colleges of Business and Economics, Education and Health Professions. “Remember your first class and the friends you made, and think about where you’ve [...] Read the full story »

TWLOHA founder visits TU Jamie Tworkowski, founder of the nonprofit organization To Write Love On Her Arms, visited Towson on Nov. 15  in conjunction with Love is Louder Week. TWLOHA seeks to break social boundaries and encourages people to talk about their problems. Tworkowski, who admitted to dealing with depression himself, focused on telling students to remember they’re never alone, even in their darkest moments. “Our hope is that you don’t have to do this [...] Read the full story »

The Glass Menagerie Towson’s Theatre Department performed “The Glass Menagerie,” a tale of a family struggling to make it through the Great Depression. The play is was based on the novel by Tennessee Williams and was directed by associate professor in the Department of Theatre Arts Steve Nunns. An ensemble cast included senior acting major Matt Jeffers, who played protagonist Tom Wingfield. Jeffers said that his experience playing Wingfield was challenging, because he had to [...] Read the full story »