Senior week, pottery sale, more things to do at TU

This week, TU celebrates winter 2025 grads with a special breakfast, free photoshoots and a cappy hour to decorate Commencement caps. Students, faculty and staff can shop the fan-favorite pottery and art sale, which returns for its 52nd year with one-of-a-kind art and gifts just in time for the holidays. There's also a jersey giveaway as men's basketball takes on Cornell, concerts galore and more as we close out the last full week of classes for the fall term.

Mon., Dec. 1

Senior Send-Off 

9–11 a.m., University Union 329

Graduating seniors are invited to kick off Senior Week with a free waffle breakfast and goodies. Grab your senior shirt, score some alumni swag and hang with fellow grads as you prepare for life after Commencement. Registration is encouraged.

More Monday events:

• Study Abroad and Away Group Advising, 11 a.m. to noon, virtual; 2–3 p.m., Psychology Building 407
• Imagining America CoP Workshop, noon to 1:30 p.m., Cook Library 404B
• Jazz Showcase Concert, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts 3066

Tues., Dec. 2

Senior Photos

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tiger Plaza

Graduating students are invited to have professional photos taken in front of the Union tiger statue. Wear your cap & gown or TU gear and capture an image to commemorate your time at TU. Registration required.

More Tuesday events:

• Tiger Tuesday, all day, campuswide
• Service Coordination Hiring Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., University Union 224
• Supportive Study Space, noon to 1 p.m., Health and Counseling Centers
• Drop-In Counseling, 11 a.m. to noon, Burdick Hall 
• Blizzard Bingo, 6:30–9 p.m., University Union Paws

Wed., Dec. 3

Basketball Game Jersey Giveaway

7 p.m., SECU Arena

Cheer on the Tigers for an action-packed game as they take on Cornell in SECU Arena. The first 1,000 fans through the gates will receive a free gold basketball jersey. 

More Wednesday events: 

• Workshop: Taking Tests with Less Stress, 3–4 p.m., Virtual
• An Advocate's Toolkit: TU Community Conversation, 5–7 p.m., University Union Ballrooms
• World Music Ensembles Concert, 6 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042
• Improvisation Ensembles Concert, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts 3066

Thurs., Dec. 4

Democracy for the Future: U.S. in the Global Community

5:30–7 p.m., Center for the Arts 

Join former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman and other prominent speakers from government, academia and international affairs as they explore the future of U.S. participation in global institutions. This thought-provoking discussion will examine the evolving role of the U.S. in international organizations, the challenges to multilateral cooperation and the opportunities for renewed global leadership.

More Thursday events:

• Food Truck Thursday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Paws Pavilion
• Senior Photos, 2–6 p.m., CLA 4th Floor Lobby
• Grad Cap Decoration, 4–6 p.m., CLA 4th Floor Lobby
• The Blizzard, 6–9 p.m., University Union 3rd Floor
• Jazz Orchestra Concert, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts 3066

Fri., Dec. 5

Make & Take Winter Greenery

3–5 p.m., Center for the Arts 2nd Floor Atrium

All students, faculty and staff are invited to bring a mug (or purchase one at the pottery sale, below) and make a festive winter greenery arrangement. Greenery will be supplied. Registration preferred. 

More Friday events:

• Senior Photos, noon to 4 p.m., Towson Center
• $6 lunch for faculty and staff, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., TU dining halls
• Symphony Orchestra Concert, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042

Sat., Dec. 6

Holiday Pottery & Art Sale

9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Center for the Arts 3012

TU's annual pottery sale is your chance to buy one-of-a-kind ceramics, illustrations, drawings, prints, paintings, photography, jewelry, glass and more. Doors open at 3 p.m. Friday and the event continues all day Saturday, with proceeds going to the artists and the art department. Stop by to browse and check a few a gifts off your holiday shopping list.

More Saturday events:

• Choral Society Concert, 7:30 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042

Sun., Dec. 7

Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble Concert

3 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042

An evening of music featuring classical and contemporary songs for winds and percussion.

More Sunday events:

• Classical Guitar Concert, 6 p.m., Center for the Arts 3066

What to do at TU this week is a snapshot of campus events based on information published in the TU events calendar. Visit the event links for the latest details and updates. To submit your event for inclusion in What to do at TU, post it in the events calendar at least two weeks before the event date.