As you make your way down York Road to your Monday morning
class, look around. You’ll probably notice that you’re in one of many cars
heading for TU. Off-campus and commuter students make up more than 75
percent of TU’s full-time undergraduate population.
To help non-residential students connect to campus and the
greater Towson community,
Off-Campus
Student Services (OCSS) provides a wide range of resources, services and
programs designed to help students develop into responsible community
members with independent life skills. Whether you currently live off campus
or are planning to move off campus, let OCSS be part of your off-campus
living experience.
Resources
OCSS provides various types of information for commuter
students. MTA schedules, area maps, shuttle service information and
off-campus housing options can be found at the OCSS information board on the
first floor of the University Union, next to Auxiliary Services.
Off-Campus Housing
OCSS facilitates the transition of TU students into
surrounding communities through two events: Apartments Visit TU, held in
October, and the Off-Campus Living Fair, held in February. Both of these
events occur annually and allow students to gather information from local
apartment communities and businesses that serve the Towson community. OCSS
also collaborates with the Department of Housing and Residence Life to
provide off-campus housing listings for both housing wanted and available.
Looking for off-campus housing? Visit the
Off-Campus Housing website.
Programs
OCSS provides programs to connect non-residential students
with the campus community and fellow commuters. OCSS hosts commuter-friendly
programs like Commuter Appreciation Day, Good Evening Commuters, Finals Fuel
and What to Know About Moving Off-Campus, and supports the program
initiatives of the Commuter Student Organization (CSO). The CSO distributes
monthly newsletters, participates in community service opportunities, and
hosts programs for commuter students.
Commuter Tips for Success
Keep your permanent and/or local address up to date with
Towson Online Services on the student portal.
Learn the TU shuttle system.
Anticipate looking for a parking space and give yourself
extra time.
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