Dr. Lydia Towns

PhD #Transatlantic #History~Research of English in Atlantic, Medieval/EM world, exploration, Cartography ~Lecturer US, World~Rose gardens & Tea are a MUST!

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

Look what arrived today!!

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

When Nevermind was released in 1991, Kurt Cobain was far from living the life of a rock star. He had been evicted from his apartment and was reportedly living out of his car as Nirvana’s breakthrough album began changing music history.

In the summer of 1991, shortly after returning from Los Angeles where Nirvana had recorded Nevermind, Kurt Cobain was evicted from his apartment in Olympia. He came home to find his belongings—including clothes, lyrics, and musical equipment—packed into boxes and left on the sidewalk because he could no longer afford the rent.

For the following weeks, Cobain lived out of his 1963 Plymouth Valiant and stayed on friends’ couches, struggling financially just as he was on the verge of releasing a major-label album that would change music forever.

When Nevermind arrived in September 1991 and became a worldwide sensation, Cobain’s circumstances changed dramatically. However, the eviction remains one of the most well-known reminders of the difficult period he endured before finding fame.

[Vintage Maps @vintagemapstore]

Japanese world map - 1940 - by Tadayoshi Fuchida

[Stephen F. Austin State University @SFASU]

A piece of Texas history just found a new home at SFA!

A derringer pistol believed to have been gifted by Sam Houston to an East Texas physician in the 1800s was donated to the Stone Fort Museum — after spending nearly 90 years in a paper bag. https://t.co/6q7H1GUHRu

[Vintage Maps @vintagemapstore]

The centre of Paris, France in 1550, by Olivier Truschet and Germain Hoyau

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

Such an honor to have been included in this project!

[History at SFA @SFAHistoryDept]

Check it out! Dr. Towns' @latowns1 contribution to the Cultural History of Exploration is hot off the press!
Learn more about this series at https://t.co/H55bzmi6Yl

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

@UTAHistoryDept Congratulations!

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

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[Stephen F. Austin State University @SFASU]

Exciting news! 📣📰🎉
SFA has been ranked the No. 1 public school in Texas and No. 18 in the western region by the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges. 📚🏆

This recognition highlights SFA's commitment to academic excellence and student success! https://t.co/38IUmMIMx5

[LOCMaps @LOCMaps]

Check out this detailed map of Hwanghae province on the west coast of the Korean peninsula, part of modern North Korea. The abundant illustrated mountains give a sense of the terrain.

Zoom in here: https://t.co/bsPnZ6tjRn

[Vintage Maps @vintagemapstore]

Strasbourg, France 1644. Four years before the end of the 30 years war, during which the city remained neutral but allowed armies to pass.

[History at SFA @SFAHistoryDept]

Come on out and learn all about the various jobs you can get with a History Degree!! Thursday, Sept. 12 at 6pm in Ferg. 472 @SFASU @CLAASFASU

[Stephen F. Austin State University @SFASU]

We're a month away #SFAGivingDay! On Sept. 18, our goal is to rally 500 donors to support essential campus projects and initiatives. Your generosity, in any amount, will make a massive difference in the lives of Lumberjacks! #JacksGiveBack 💜🪓🌲🎉

👉 https://t.co/rlhwoq5rzI

[Stephen F. Austin State University @SFASU]

Big win! The Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture was awarded a Conservation Innovation Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture to assist in the creation of a demonstration area for climate-smart agricultural practices.

This grant will enhance conservation efforts in East Texas, support innovative research and initiatives, and help preserve our region's natural resources. 🌲🌳

Read more at https://t.co/4deUtw0id5.

#AxeEm

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

So proud of our summer grads!! They started college at the same time Covid started and persevered through all the trials and hardships. Congratulations #SFA24 !

[History at SFA @SFAHistoryDept]

Congratulations #SFA24 Summer Grads!! We are so proud of all that you have accomplished and will go on to do! #AxeEm #Graduation2024 @CLAASFASU

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

@VisitNac Community Garage happening now @MCHVNAC Miller's Crossing 9-4, come shop and get a snow cone!!

[Stephen F. Austin State University @SFASU]

We're celebrating some exciting recent developments, Jacks!
1️⃣ With significant growth in applications and enrollments, we've reopened two residence halls to welcome even more Lumberjacks! (And it’s not too late to join — we’re still accepting applications and Orientation registrations for this fall!) 🏡🎓
2️⃣ For the fifth year in a row, MSN family nurse practitioner graduates achieved 100% pass rate on their national certification exam — we're so proud of their hard work and dedication! 🩺📚
3️⃣ Our aviation program partner, HCH Aviation, just acquired state-of-the-art planes, the first of their kind in the nation, to enhance our students' learning experience. ✈️ #SFACelebrates 💜🎉

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

So proud of @Jordan_Coleman6 and all of his hard work!! Representing SFA History Department!

[History at SFA @SFAHistoryDept]

CONGRATULATIONS!! To our very own Jordan Coleman a 2024 Jess Hay Fellow!! @Jordan_Coleman6 won recognition from the UT System for his Public History MA capstone project with the Charlie Wilson Collection at the East Texas Research Center. Learn more below
https://t.co/Nzic6EIGxx

[Stephen F. Austin State University @SFASU]

Due to inclement weather, Raguet Street is blocked from Hayter to California streets, causing delays in transit. Be aware of minor flooding around campus. Employees and students experiencing issues getting to campus should communicate with their supervisor or faculty member.

[Dr. Lydia Towns @latowns1]

@Jordan_Coleman6 @CLAASFASU Such a well deserved honor. Congratulations Jordan!!

[History at SFA @SFAHistoryDept]

You may be familiar with American pop culture, but what about Early Modern European pop culture?? Join Dr. Allen this fall to learn all about the familiar, the crazy, and the insane aspects of European popular culture.
Not a history major? Ask your advisor about a minor