Presidential Scholars
Two legendary Maryland leaders making a difference as Towson University’s Presidential Scholars.

Dr. Nancy Grasmick
Dr. Nancy Grasmick, former superintendent of Maryland State Public Schools, was appointed TU’s inaugural Presidential Scholar in 2012.
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Senator Ben Cardin
Former United States Senator Ben Cardin joined the university as Presidential Scholar in 2025.
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