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Your perspective matters in every classroom. "Syllabus week" aka the first week of class will highlight details for each course. Here are some general strategies on US college norms around participation and communication to help you feel more confident and prepared.
Discussion and active learning: Your professors and fellow students want to hear your ideas, opinions, and questions. If you’re not used to speaking up, start by listening thoughtfully and contributing to small group discussions.
Participation and accents: Everyone has an accent that tells a story about their culture, so: Try not to worry about yours! Miscommunication happens even between people who speak the same language. Repeat, rephrase, or ask for clarification to help everyone learn together.
Office Hours: Office hours are a chance to connect with professors one-on-one for help, advice, or feedback. Professors are there to support you, and they’ll appreciate your effort to reach out. Make the most of your time by writing down one or two questions or topics to discuss.
TU is full of people and places eager to help you on your academic journey. Getting help from these offices is a smart and common way to succeed in college, and many students use these services regularly
TU's International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO) website includes a scheduling system to request a 30-minute online appointment. The ISSO staff are happy to answer all your questions about studying, living and working at Towson University and the Baltimore metropolitan area! For additional help, contact staff directly at ISSO@towson.edu.
Citation styles and research expectations may differ from high school to college and from culture to culture. Getting citations right is important because plagiarism is a serious concern. But citing sources also celebrates others' work and helps your readers explore ideas for themselves. Use these tools and tips to support your academic journey.
Generative artificial intelligence aka Gen AI tools are changing our relationships with work, school, and each other. It can be very helpful for certain tasks, like translating across languages or providing alternative text for images. However, it can also foster overreliance on the technology and minimize long-term learning. This brief activity will help you understand how and when to use Gen AI at TU.
