Class of 2016
Congratulations! We look forward to integrating you as a part of our Towson community. Below you will find more information about our optional pre-orientation events and your orientation program, Welcome to Towson, which will take place in August, before classes begin.
The University recognizes that one of students’ top concerns when making the transition to college is meeting other students so we created fun pre-orientation events. These events are not required and operate on a first-come-first serve basis. We are confident that you will find an activity below that best suits you!
Tiger Talks are new this year and developed based on current TU students’ ideas. For a short three hours you will get to know the campus by completing and competing in fun activities with other new students who have similar interests. After your Tiger Talk you will be invited to a private Facebook group so you can continue to connect with your new friends.
By participating in Tiger Talks you will
connect with current students and other new students with similar interests,
have the opportunity to ask questions about what to expect from college life,
begin to feel acclimated to the campus,
learn strategies for a successful transition to TU,
start to become aware of the possibilities for involvement in college,
Wed. 8/22 – Thurs. 8/24*
Enjoy community service? Participants in Project Serve will move in early and then spend two days giving back to the Baltimore community. Past experiences have included building houses, volunteering at a local food back, preparing meals and helping beautiful schools. Project Serve participants also have the opportunity to connect to our residential learning community, Tigers Serving Others. Please refer to the application in your To-Do List for more information.
Mon. 8/20 – Thurs. 8/24*
An experiential orientation course, within the physical capabilities of the average healthy person, Project Serve is designed for incoming Towson University freshman and transfer students. Students have the option to participate in either a five day Backpacking or Multi-activity (White water kayaking and rock climbing) trip. Please refer to the application in your To-Do List or here for more information.
*Due to space capacity, students are unable to partake in more than one pre-orientation activity. Participation is limited to one Tiger Talk, Project Serve OR Project Marj.
Welcome to Towson Orientation (required)
Welcome to Towson is the university’s four day orientation and welcome program. Attendance is required at Welcome to Towson events.
Saturday, August 25 – Tuesday, August 28
Your orientation will begin with packet pick-up in the University Union between 9 am and 5 pm on Saturday, August 25. Packets will include a detailed Welcome to Towson schedule, a copy of your course schedule and other materials you will need for important meetings during Welcome to Towson. During these four days you will prepare for your academic and social experiences at TU by meeting with your adviser, and Orientation Leader and participating in entertaining evening activities.
Residence Hall Move-In
If you intend to live on campus please make sure to submit your housing contract and $350 housing deposit by May 1. For more information, please click here. Freshmen students who will be living on campus will be able to move in to their assigned residence hall between 9 am and 5 pm on Saturday, August 25.
Commuting Students
If you will be commuting to campus please make plans to join us for a commuter cookout on Saturday, August 25 (time TBA) and all of orientation. If you are looking for off-campus housing please read below about the TU Apartments Bus Tour.
Wednesday, August 29
Fall classes will begin.
Registration for Tiger Talks
A link to the reservation site will be posted here on May 1.
TU Apartments Bus Tour Summer 2012
If you intend to live off-campus, then you should attend our TU Apartments Bus Tour. You will have the opportunity to see several apartment communities where many Towson students live. Multiple dates will be offered during the summer. Your RSVP is required. Please check back for more information.
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