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On the Mark: Dr. Rachel Billman and Dr. Kandace Hoppin
In this episode, President Mark Ginsberg is joined by Dr. Kandace Hoppin and Dr. Rachel Billman, associate professors in special education at Towson University, whose work focuses on supporting students with diverse learning needs and preparing future educators for inclusive classrooms. The group explores how educators are creating more inclusive learning environments and expanding opportunities for students with disabilities through innovative teaching and hands-on experiences. The con...
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On the Mark: Rachel Gordon
Financial decisions shape nearly every aspect of our lives, but many people still struggle with the basics. In this episode, President Mark Ginsberg sits down with finance expert Dr. Rachel Gordon to unpack what financial literacy really means in today’s complex economy. From budgeting and borrowing to investing and managing risk, Dr. Gordon breaks down the essential skills everyone should develop—and why knowledge alone isn’t enough without the ability to put it into practice. The conversati...
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On the Mark: Dr. Suat Cubukcu and Dr. Joseph Clark
What does homeland security look like in an era defined by artificial intelligence, cyber threats and climate risk? President Mark Ginsberg is joined by Towson University experts Dr. Joseph Clark and Dr. Suat Cubukcu for a wide-ranging conversation about the changing nature of national and homeland security. The conversation explores how emerging technologies like drones and AI are reshaping the threat environment, why public trust and strong communication are essential to effective security ...
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On the Mark: Dr. Mary Helen McSweeney
TU President Mark Ginsberg sits down with Dr. Mary Helen McSweeney, associate professor in Towson University’s College of Health Professions and a 2025–2026 Fulbright U.S. Scholar, to explore one of the most urgent and personal challenges facing families today: how we care for people across the lifespan. A trained health economist and licensed long-term care administrator, Dr. McSweeney unpacks the misconceptions surrounding long-term care, explaining why it extends far beyond nursing homes...
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On the Mark: Senator Ben Cardin
TU President Mark Ginsberg is joined by former U.S. Senator Ben Cardin—a third-generation Marylander, longtime public servant and co-founder of the newly established Ben Cardin Center for Civic Engagement and Civil Discourse at Towson University. Drawing on more than five decades of exemplary service in local, state, and federal office, Senator Cardin reflects on the responsibilities of citizenship, the essential role of informed and respectful civic engagement, and why civil discourse is cri...
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On the Mark: Dr. Mahnaz Moallem
President Mark Ginsberg sits down with Dr. Mahnaz Moallem, professor and chair of Towson University’s Department of Learning Technologies, Design and School Library Media. Together, they explore how learning sciences and emerging technologies—especially immersive virtual reality—are transforming teaching, motivation, and student engagement across P–12 and higher education. Dr. Moallem also shares groundbreaking work on using VR to build cultural sensitivity, the growing role of AI and adaptiv...
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On the Mark: Blair Taylor
Towson University President Mark R. Ginsberg sits down with Dr. Blair Taylor, director of TU’s Center for Interdisciplinary and Innovative Cybersecurity—better known as Cyber4All. A national leader in cybersecurity education and workforce development, Dr. Taylor discusses the growing global threats in the cyber landscape, the evolving role of artificial intelligence, and how Towson University is preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. From defending critical infrastructu...
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On the Mark: Joel Moore
Towson University President Mark Ginsberg speaks with Dr. Joel Moore, professor of geosciences and director of TU’s Environmental Science master's program, about the fascinating and urgent field of geochemistry. Their conversation explores how Dr. Moore’s research connects sustainability, water quality, and climate science—and how TU students gain hands-on experience tackling real-world environmental challenges. Together, they discuss the consequences of human activity on soil and water syste...
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On the Mark: David Brannon
President Ginsberg is joined by TU professor David Brannon, Ph.D., for a conversation on entrepreneurship education and experiential learning.
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On the Mark: Nathan Wilder and Mary Nadelen
President Mark Ginsberg hosts Towson University head athletic trainer Nathan Wilder and kinesiology professor Mary Nadelen for a conversation on athlete safety and best practices for injury prevention.
