Mark L. Perkins records
Scope and Contents
This collection contains material relating to the Presidency of Mark L. Perkins. It includes information about his work before he arrived at Towson, correspondence from Perkins and associates in both Green Bay, WI as well as Towson, MD. The collection also includes some publications, inauguration materials, and a number of photographs.
Dates
- Creation: 2001-2002, undated
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.
Conditions Governing Use
Towson University Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections; however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with SCUA to determine if we can provide permission for use.
Biographical Note
A native of Richmond, Virginia, Mark L. Perkins earned a bachelor's degree from St. Andrews Presbyterian College in 1972, Master's in psychometrics and research design from the University of Georgia in 1974, and earned a doctorate in psychometrics and statistics from the same institution in 1976. Prior to coming to Towson University, Mark Perkins was the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay from 1994 to June, 2001. He held a variety of faculty and leadership positions at Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia and California State University - Stanislaus. After a __-long and closed-door search, Perkins was picked by a search committee to lead Towson into the next millennium. In July of 2001, Perkins became Towson’s 11th President. He appreciated the history of Towson and wanted to build on it by engaging students in a more holistic approach to education. He sought to create a program that would teach the “whole” student rather than just fulfill their basic academic needs. Known as a great fundraiser, it was hoped that Perkins could elevate Towson’s reputation and, ultimately, increase its endowment. However, the very things that were supposed to aid in that endeavor -- specifically a house purchased and renovated by the school to be used as a place to entertain potential donors and a medallion used by Perkins at his Inauguration -- instead led to questions about frivolous spending at a time when the country was grappling with the effects of September 11, 2001. Three weeks after his Inauguration, The Board of Regents gave Perkins an ultimatum and he resigned from the Presidency on April 5, 2002.
Extent
1 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Mark L. Perkins was president of Towson University from 2001-2002. These records include information about his work before he arrived at Towson, correspondence from Perkins and associates, publications, inauguration materials, materials relating to his resignation, and a number of photographs.
Bibliography
Adam S. Reisinger. “Perkins named new president.” The Towerlight, February 2, 2001.
Kelley Bruss. “Perkins leaves UWGB for Towson.” Green Bay Press Gazette, February 7, 2001.
Michelle Kennedy. “Perkins Friends: UWGB is losing a ‘great advocate’.” Green Bay News-Chronicle. February 7, 2001.
“Chancellor named to head Towson U.” Star-Democrat, February 7, 2001.
Loni Ingraham. “New leader chosen for Towson U.” The Towson Times, February 7, 2001.
Katrina Staude. “Students worried about future of initiatives.” Green Bay Press-Gazette, February 7, 2001.
Alice Lukens. "Chief `doesn't see barriers' Education: Mark L. Perkins, Towson University's next president, has his share of critics, but many note his accomplishments during his tenure at the University of Wisconsin:[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, February 13, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
“Report says UWGB has not adequately addressed concerns of women.” Associated Press, May 30, 2001. Michael Hill and Mike Bowler. “Rumors beat new president to Towson U. Speculation bubbles over sexual bias, cost of his residence:[FINAL Edition].” The Sun, June 6, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
Mike Bowler. "Towson U. is lacking in goals, review finds Report: A 115-page document requested by the new president mixes praise with a suggestion that there is no consensus on campus about long-term objectives :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, June 13, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
“Letters to the Editor.” The Sun, June 15, 2001.
“Saturday Mailbox.” The Sun, June 16, 2001.
“Letters to the Editor” The Sun, June 23, 2001.
“Letters to the Editor.” The Sun, June 27, 2001.
Michael Hill. "New campus presidents arrive Towson U., Goucher leaders hope to raise profiles of schools :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, July 6, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
Mike Bowler. "Buying a house fit for a president Towson U. picks $850,000 city home to aid fund raising :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, July 17, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
Harvey J. Kaye. “After the dream, nightmare.” The Times Higher Education Supplement, July 7, 2001.
Carrie Oleynik. “Makin his mark.” The Towerlight, September 10, 2001.
Seana Kelly-Coffin. “New TU president sets his priorities for school.” The Towson Times, September 12, 2001.
Carrie Oleynik. “Perkins promises progress.” The Towerlight, December 10, 2001.
Mike Morris. “Positive reaction towards new TU president.” The Towerlight, February 8, 2001.
Alec MacGillis. "Towson U finds costly path to proper mansion ; New $850,000 home for president needed work -- and upgrades; Total cost: $1.4 million :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 7, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
Alec MacGillis and Sarah Koenig. "College house draws anger ; Lawmakers say Towson's spending may lead to oversight; Officials defend actions :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 8, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
Mike Bowler. "Visit shadowed by The House ; Towson U.: Lawmakers offer school president a little advice amid mansion dispute.; The Education Beat :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 13, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Gold medal day at Towson U as leader installed ; President, on mission to boost college, dons $25,000 medallion :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 16, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
"Of real estate and higher learning ; Towson house: Termites aren't all that's wrong with the university president's new residence :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 14, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Mike Bowler. "Pomp and circumstance at Towson University ; Ceremony: The school celebrates the inauguration of its 11th president :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 17, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Loni Ingraham. “Glamour and clamor mark beginning of Perkins era.” The Towson Times, March 20, 2002.
“Letters to the Editor [FINAL Edition].” The Sun, March 22, 2002.
Sloane Brown. "Towson University Inaugural Dinner :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 24, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Joseph R. L. Sterne. "A rich pitch at the Towson mansion :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 25, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Mike Bowler. "Mansions ought to make rich donors feel at home ; Colleges: Institutions find that luxury is a necessity.; The Education Beat :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 31, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Stephen Manning. “Regents meet to discuss Towson president’s spending.” The Associated Press, April 5, 2002.
Amy Argetsinger and Darragh Johnson. “New Towson U. President May Be Fired Over Costs.” The Washington Post, April 5, 2002.
Alec MacGillis. "Towson U. president's job under scrutiny, sources say :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 5, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Amy Argetsinger and Darragh Johnson. “No Decision on Towson U. Chief; Regents Urge New President to Quit or Be Fired, Source Says.” The Washington Post, April 6, 2002.
Alec MacGillis. "Regents board grills Perkins ; Towson head's mansion runs up even further costs; President's job in jeopardy :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 6, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011). Dan Rodricks. "Towson U. needs a mace for an added bit of grace :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 8, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Brian Witte. “Towson University president resigns over spending questions.” The Associated Press, April 8, 2002.
“The Towerlight: Special Edition.” The Towerlight, April 9, 2002.
“Perkins faced similar criticisms at his former university.” The Associated Press, April 9, 2002.
Alec MacGillis. "Towson U. president steps down ; In furor over spending, Perkins says regents told him to quit or be fired :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 9, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Nancy Trejos. “Towson U. President Quits Under Pressure; Pricey Home Repairs, Inauguration Questioned.” The Washington Post, April 09, 2002.
Alec MacGillis. "Towson U. president steps down ; In furor over spending, Perkins says regents told him to quit or be fired :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 9, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
“Former UW-Green Bay chancellor booted from Towson post; The Maryland regents are upset because renovations to his mansion cost too much.” Wisconsin State Journal, April 9, 2002.
Brian Witte. “University president resigns over spending questions, including $25,000 entertainment center.” The Associated Press, April 9, 2002.
"Growing up at Towson U :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 10, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Towson ex-president faced troubles before ; Criticism of Perkins at Wis. campus included spending on his house :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 10, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Smith willing to be interim Towson head ; University's ex-president suggested by Schaefer :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 11, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Towson provost acting leader ; Regents subcommittee to solicit nominations for interim president; Process to take several weeks; Search for new chief won't begin until temporary is appointed :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 13, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
JACQUES KELLY. "Guilford mansion enjoyed a more pleasant reputation :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 13, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011). James L. Fisher. "Our righteous regents :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 15, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
"[ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ] :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 15, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
"Of symbols and substance :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 20, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
James L. Fisher. "Don't let Towson sit idle :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 24, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Towson U provost to be interim president ; Former leader resigned amid pressure last month :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, May 4, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Towson adds to tab for `closure' ; University's ex-president, criticized for spending, to get $500,000, regent says :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, May 18, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
"Insult to injury :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, May 21, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
“University system changes contract review process.” The Associated Press, June 10, 2002.
Alec MacGillis. "Regents revising contracts after Perkins' severance :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, June 10, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
"Closing the barn door :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, June 11, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Amy Argetsinger. “Towson U. Project Lacked Approvals, Report Says.” The Washington Post, July 20, 2002.
Alec MacGillis. "Costs of college's mansion detailed ; Audit finds fixes to home of Towson U. president totaled about $1 million; Renovation budget was $250,000 :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, July 20, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Mike Bowler. "Keeping door ajar in search for a president ; Confidentiality: Once burned, Towson debates merits of an open, closed or partly public process :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, November 20, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Alec MacGillis. "Mansion is all fixed up, with no one to entertain ; Roadblock: Towson University could be sued if it holds events in a vacant Guilford house it bought for such functions :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, October 6, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
Fiona Gow. “Presidents Under Fire.” University Business, July/August 2002.
- Michael Hill. "Towson University names new president Mark L. Perkins to succeed longtime leader Hoke L. Smith:[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, February 7, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Adam S. Reisinger. “Perkins named new president.” The Towerlight, February 2, 2001.
- Kelley Bruss. “Perkins leaves UWGB for Towson.” Green Bay Press Gazette, February 7, 2001.
- Michelle Kennedy. “Perkins Friends: UWGB is losing a ‘great advocate’.” Green Bay News-Chronicle. February 7, 2001.
- “Chancellor named to head Towson U.” Star-Democrat, February 7, 2001.
- Loni Ingraham. “New leader chosen for Towson U.” The Towson Times, February 7, 2001.
- Katrina Staude. “Students worried about future of initiatives.” Green Bay Press-Gazette, February 7, 2001.
- Alice Lukens. "Chief `doesn't see barriers' Education: Mark L. Perkins, Towson University's next president, has his share of critics, but many note his accomplishments during his tenure at the University of Wisconsin:[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, February 13, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- “Report says UWGB has not adequately addressed concerns of women.” Associated Press, May 30, 2001. Michael Hill and Mike Bowler. “Rumors beat new president to Towson U. Speculation bubbles over sexual bias, cost of his residence:[FINAL Edition].” The Sun, June 6, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Mike Bowler. "Towson U. is lacking in goals, review finds Report: A 115-page document requested by the new president mixes praise with a suggestion that there is no consensus on campus about long-term objectives :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, June 13, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- “Letters to the Editor.” The Sun, June 15, 2001.
- “Saturday Mailbox.” The Sun, June 16, 2001.
- “Letters to the Editor” The Sun, June 23, 2001.
- “Letters to the Editor.” The Sun, June 27, 2001.
- Michael Hill. "New campus presidents arrive Towson U., Goucher leaders hope to raise profiles of schools :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, July 6, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Mike Bowler. "Buying a house fit for a president Towson U. picks $850,000 city home to aid fund raising :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, July 17, 2001, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Harvey J. Kaye. “After the dream, nightmare.” The Times Higher Education Supplement, July 7, 2001.
- Carrie Oleynik. “Makin his mark.” The Towerlight, September 10, 2001.
- Seana Kelly-Coffin. “New TU president sets his priorities for school.” The Towson Times, September 12, 2001.
- Carrie Oleynik. “Perkins promises progress.” The Towerlight, December 10, 2001.
- Mike Morris. “Positive reaction towards new TU president.” The Towerlight, February 8, 2001.
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson U finds costly path to proper mansion ; New $850,000 home for president needed work -- and upgrades; Total cost: $1.4 million :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 7, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis and Sarah Koenig. "College house draws anger ; Lawmakers say Towson's spending may lead to oversight; Officials defend actions :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 8, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Mike Bowler. "Visit shadowed by The House ; Towson U.: Lawmakers offer school president a little advice amid mansion dispute.; The Education Beat :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 13, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 13, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Gold medal day at Towson U as leader installed ; President, on mission to boost college, dons $25,000 medallion :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 16, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- "Of real estate and higher learning ; Towson house: Termites aren't all that's wrong with the university president's new residence :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 14, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Mike Bowler. "Pomp and circumstance at Towson University ; Ceremony: The school celebrates the inauguration of its 11th president :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 17, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Loni Ingraham. “Glamour and clamor mark beginning of Perkins era.” The Towson Times, March 20, 2002.
- “Letters to the Editor [FINAL Edition].” The Sun, March 22, 2002.
- Sloane Brown. "Towson University Inaugural Dinner :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 24, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Joseph R. L. Sterne. "A rich pitch at the Towson mansion :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 25, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Mike Bowler. "Mansions ought to make rich donors feel at home ; Colleges: Institutions find that luxury is a necessity.; The Education Beat :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, March 31, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Stephen Manning. “Regents meet to discuss Towson president’s spending.” The Associated Press, April 5, 2002.
- Amy Argetsinger and Darragh Johnson. “New Towson U. President May Be Fired Over Costs.” The Washington Post, April 5, 2002.
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson U. president's job under scrutiny, sources say :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 5, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Amy Argetsinger and Darragh Johnson. “No Decision on Towson U. Chief; Regents Urge New President to Quit or Be Fired, Source Says.” The Washington Post, April 6, 2002.
- Alec MacGillis. "Regents board grills Perkins ; Towson head's mansion runs up even further costs; President's job in jeopardy :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 6, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Dan Rodricks. "Towson U. needs a mace for an added bit of grace :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 8, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Brian Witte. “Towson University president resigns over spending questions.” The Associated Press, April 8, 2002.
- “The Towerlight: Special Edition.” The Towerlight, April 9, 2002.
- “Perkins faced similar criticisms at his former university.” The Associated Press, April 9, 2002.
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson U. president steps down ; In furor over spending, Perkins says regents told him to quit or be fired :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 9, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Nancy Trejos. “Towson U. President Quits Under Pressure; Pricey Home Repairs, Inauguration Questioned.” The Washington Post, April 09, 2002.
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson U. president steps down ; In furor over spending, Perkins says regents told him to quit or be fired :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 9, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- “Former UW-Green Bay chancellor booted from Towson post; The Maryland regents are upset because renovations to his mansion cost too much.” Wisconsin State Journal, April 9, 2002.
- Brian Witte. “University president resigns over spending questions, including $25,000 entertainment center.” The Associated Press, April 9, 2002.
- "Growing up at Towson U :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 10, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson ex-president faced troubles before ; Criticism of Perkins at Wis. campus included spending on his house :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 10, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Smith willing to be interim Towson head ; University's ex-president suggested by Schaefer :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 11, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson provost acting leader ; Regents subcommittee to solicit nominations for interim president; Process to take several weeks; Search for new chief won't begin until temporary is appointed :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 13, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- JACQUES KELLY. "Guilford mansion enjoyed a more pleasant reputation :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 13, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- James L. Fisher. "Our righteous regents :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 15, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- "[ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ] :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 15, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- "Of symbols and substance :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 20, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- James L. Fisher. "Don't let Towson sit idle :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, April 24, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson U provost to be interim president ; Former leader resigned amid pressure last month :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, May 4, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Towson adds to tab for `closure' ; University's ex-president, criticized for spending, to get $500,000, regent says :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, May 18, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- "Insult to injury :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, May 21, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- “University system changes contract review process.” The Associated Press, June 10, 2002.
- Alec MacGillis. "Regents revising contracts after Perkins' severance :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, June 10, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- "Closing the barn door :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, June 11, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Amy Argetsinger. “Towson U. Project Lacked Approvals, Report Says.” The Washington Post, July 20, 2002.
- Alec MacGillis. "Costs of college's mansion detailed ; Audit finds fixes to home of Towson U. president totaled about $1 million; Renovation budget was $250,000 :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, July 20, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Mike Bowler. "Keeping door ajar in search for a president ; Confidentiality: Once burned, Towson debates merits of an open, closed or partly public process :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, November 20, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Alec MacGillis. "Mansion is all fixed up, with no one to entertain ; Roadblock: Towson University could be sued if it holds events in a vacant Guilford house it bought for such functions :[FINAL Edition]." The Sun, October 6, 2002, http://www.proquest.com/ (accessed April 15, 2011).
- Fiona Gow. “Presidents Under Fire.” University Business, July/August 2002.
Subject
- Perkins, Mark L., 1949 - (Person)
- Towson University (Organization)
- Title
- Guide to the Mark L. Perkins records
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Created by Felicity Knox, revised and transferred to ArchivesSpace by John Esh
- Date
- 2011, 2020
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Towson University Special Collections and University Archives Repository