TU Center for STEM Excellence

Located in downtown Baltimore’s vibrant Inner Harbor, the Center for STEM Excellence serves Maryland’s K–12 schools through outreach programs that support STEM education.

The Towson University Center for STEM Excellence (TUCSE) provides inspiring outreach programs to Maryland’s K–12 schools. It is committed to engaging and educating Maryland’s students in all areas of STEM.

Known for its wide variety of high-quality teaching and learning resources designed to support student achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, TUCSE offers a diverse range of programs and resources. We believe in empowering teachers to help students become changemakers, problem solvers, and future STEM leaders.

TUCSE is dedicated to advancing the future of STEM education within our schools and communities. Each year, we host professional development and networking events designed to support and connect Maryland educators.

TUCSE’s DNA

The TUCSE Learning Resources platform supports STEM educators by providing access to high-quality teaching materials and student lab equipment. It also offers in-person student field trip experiences and professional development opportunities for teachers. Unlock new possibilities for impactful STEM teaching and learning.

Digital Learning Resources

Teachers—explore our extensive collection of digital resources, aligned with state and national standards, and bring them into your classroom. Start using Digital Lessons and our Science Shorts video collection today.

Explore Resources

Field Trip Experiences

Expose your students to new experiences! Join us for an in-person field trip where students actively engage in the same science and engineering practices used by professional scientists every day.

Let us teach!

Equipment Loan Programs

Bring hands-on, learner-centered science into your classroom with our free equipment loan programs. Designed for Maryland elementary and secondary teachers, each kit includes all the materials needed to support engaging, real-world STEM learning experiences.

Borrrow a Kit

Teacher Professional Development

Network with colleagues and explore teaching and learning strategies that enhance student engagement and achievement. Our professional learning opportunities are offered throughout the year—find one that fits your professional development needs.

Reveal Opportunities

External Funding

The Center for STEM Excellence relies on external funding to support much of its programming and extends a sincere thank you to the following organizations for their generous support:

AstraZeneca
BGE Green Grants
BTU Foundation
Chesapeake Bay Trust – Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program
FCSM Endowment Fund
GenCyber
Motorola Solutions Foundation
NOAA Bay Watershed Education and Training Grant
National Science Foundation

Mary Stapleton in lab

About Our Director

Meet Mary Stapleton, director of bioscience education and outreach. More Information

Michelle Seaberg

Meet Michelle Seaberg

Meet Michelle Seaborg, a Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Member. More Information

Contact Information