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Albert S. Cook Library

TSEM 102: Biology in the Age of Misinformation (Partain)

Resources to help TSEM students with their research

Science, Technology, and Math Librarian

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Elisabeth B. White
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Contact:
Email: ebwhite@towson.edu
Phone: (410) 704-5326

Ask a Librarian!

Feel free to contact the library for immediate assistance through chat, email, phone or text, or make a virtual appointment with a librarian on our Ask a Librarian page.

Additional Guides

Here are a few additional research guides that may help you in this course.

Study Rooms in the Library

We have many types of study spaces available in the library.

5th Floor

  • Quiet area workstations around the perimeter of the floor
  • First-come-first-served cubicles at the back of the floor
  • CK512 Classroom, when classes are not in session
  • Lobby area tables (24/7)

4th Floor

  • Quiet area workstations around the perimeter of the floor
  • Larger work tables tucked within the stacks and by the juvenile collection
  • Lobby area tables (24/7)

3rd Floor Academic Commons (24/7)

  • Study Lounge - cafe seating and individual study pods
  • Shared-use meeting rooms
  • Closed-door individual study pods 
  • Public computer workstations and mixed-use tables

2nd Floor (24/7)

  • Quiet Area brick cubbies
  • Reservable study rooms
  • Large work tables
  • Quiet Study Room
  • Graduate Reading Room
  • Public computer workstations
  • Data Studio
  • Lobby area tables

 

 

Basic Needs Support

Foodshare: Over 30 percent of college students lack reliable access to nutritious food. The Foodshare provides 10 free food and toiletry items per week to TU community members.

Basic Needs by Zip Code: Need help locating support off campus? Start by reviewing the options available in your neighborhood.

Student Emergency Fund: Are you dealing with a financial emergency? Review the eligibility of the Student Emergency Fund to see if you qualify.

Emergency Housing: If you are experiencing homelessness, review the local options for emergency shelters and schedule an appointment with Student Affairs to discuss the additional support that may be available to you.

Financial Needs Support

Financial Literacy: Interested in taking control of your finances? Towson University provides free access to WhichWay, an interactive tool that teaches the basics of financial literacy. Simply enter the code 8607 and add your TU email.

Financial Aid: Did you know that each TU student is assigned a financial aid adviser? Reach out today to discuss what options might be available to you.

Student Emergency Fund: Are you dealing with a financial emergency? Review the eligibility of the Student Emergency Fund to see if you qualify.

Career Center: Need help finding sustainable on- and off-campus employment? Not sure where to start? The Career Center is here to guide you.

Physical & Mental Wellness

Health Center: Are you experiencing health concerns? The Health Center offers a full array of health services to TU students.

Counseling Center: The Counseling Center offers same day in-person or virtual appointments with 24/7 access to mental health professionals and a crisis line even on holidays and weekends.

Campus Recreation: Utilize our state-of-the-art facilities and programs that promote active and healthy lifestyles.

Togetherall: Would you prefer to speak with other students experiencing similar mental health struggles? Do so comfortably and easily under the guidance of a trained clinician through the Togetherall platform.

Kognito: Are you interested in learning more about how you can recognize and support the signs of distress in your peers? Take part in a brief and interactive Kognito training. Create an account and use “towsonstudent” as the enrollment key to launch the training.

Temporary Accommodations: Have you experienced an injury or illness that requires the support of temporary accommodations? Contact Accessibility & Disability Services to see if you qualify.

Pregnancy: If you are expecting a child, you are eligible for specific accommodations and support. Contact the Office of Institutional Inclusion and Equity for information.

Covid Response & Planning: Stay up-to-date on Towson University’s COVID-19 policies and support.

Imminent Concerns: If you are imminently concerned for your wellbeing or the wellbeing of another student, please contact TUPD at 410-704-4444.

Tutoring & Learning Center

The Tutoring and Learning Center is dedicated to providing high quality tutoring, supplemental instruction, peer-assisted learning sessions, academic coaching, study groups and study skills workshops. 

                 

Office: Academic Commons at Cook Library
Phone: 410-704-2291
Email: tlc@towson.edu

TU Writing Center

The Towson University Writing Center is an excellent resource for learning how to write and cite confidently. Meet with friendly, interested readers during any stage of the writing process from idea to first draft.

Liberal Arts Building, Room 5330
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Academic Commons at Cook Library 

Monday - Thursday, 6 p.m. -9 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-3426
 

 

Live Chat & Virtual Tutoring is also available.