TigerFest reveal, "American Dream" performance, more to do at TU

This week is packed with a variety of events suiting every interest. There's baseball, softball, tennis and lacrosse games for sports lovers; plays, concerts and cross-disciplinary compositions for those who enjoy the arts; bingo, hiking, floating meditation and stand-up paddleboard yoga for those looking to unwind; and sessions on personal strengths, AI, resumes and budgeting for those looking to hone their skills. There's also a Friday reveal of this year's TigerFest headliner. Browse the list below, find what interests you and get connected on campus. 

Mon., March 2

Budgeting Basics

2–3 p.m., Virtual

Learn essential budgeting tools to set you on track for financial freedom and wealth maximization. The session is led by finance professor Rachel Gordon and will provide free access to online budgeting and investing tools. Registration required. 

More Monday events:

• Fulbright Student walk-in meeting, noon to 1 p.m., 10 West
• Study Abroad & Away group advising, 2–3 p.m., Psychology 408
• Swim Lessons at Campus Rec, 8 p.m., Burdick Pool

Tues., March 3

COFAC CoLab Presents: "American Dream"

7 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042

Join the TU Symphony Orchestra and guest narrators President Mark Ginsberg and Provost Melanie Perreault for two powerful compositions celebrating the American experience through music, art, dance, theatre, film and visual storytelling. "Ellis Island: The Dream of America" blends orchestral music with first-person immigrant narratives, honoring the hopes and hardships of those who migrated in pursuit of a better life. "Wordsmith’s Made in America," created by the artistic partner of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, explores contemporary themes of identity, resilience and unity.

More Tuesday events:

• Credit & Chill drop-in, noon to 4 p.m., University Union 222
• Disability support space, 1–2 p.m., University Union 351A
• Writing Fellows info session, 2–3 p.m., Virtual
• Biology Seminar Series, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Science Complex 2226
• Time management workshop, 4–5 p.m., Virtual
• Guest Lecture: The American Revolution and the Fate of the World, 5 p.m., Liberal Arts 4310
• Speed Networking, 5–6:30 p.m., University Union Ballroom E
• Young Women on the Move forum, 5:30–8 p.m., University Union 329
• Tiger Tuesday Bingo, 6:30–9 p.m., University Union Paws

Wed., March 4

Skills to Pay the Bills

5–8 p.m., University Union Ballrooms A-C

Set yourself up for success at this professional development event which features insights from recruiting professionals, free professional headshots, resume reviews, networking opportunities and breakout sessions on navigating workplace conversations and making smart financial and professional decisions.

More Wednesday events: 

• Women's lacrosse vs. Temple, 4 p.m., Tiger Field
• How to Run: From Campus to Campaign, 5–7 p.m., Liberal Arts 4110
• Iftar Banquet, 5–8 p.m., University Union Ballrooms D&E
• Paddleboard Yoga, 7–8 p.m., Burdick Pool

Thurs., March 5

International Women's Day Soirée

5:30–8:30 p.m., University Union Ballrooms

Faculty, staff and students can join in connection, community and momentum at the 4th annual International Women's Day Soirée. Held in partnership with Monument Women's Creative Alliance, guests will enjoy a lively keynote and panel conversations from female business leaders, as well as a community gathering with food and drinks and a vendor marketplace where you can shop and connect with local women-owned businesses. Students can apply for a limited number of complimentary tickets and faculty and staff can register using promo code TUWID for a limited number of discounted tickets. 

More Thursday events: 

• Resume & cover letter session, noon, University Union 325
• Neurodivergent game day, 2–4 p.m., University Union 323AB
• AI & Cybertech Talk, 4–6 p.m., Science Complex 2133
• Threats to Independent Journalism: Perspectives from Latin America, 6 p.m., Liberal Arts 4310
• "The Moors," 7:30 p.m., Center for the Arts Mainstage Theatre
• TU Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band concert, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts Kaplan Concert Hall

Fri., March 6

TigerFest Reveal Party

5–8 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042

Find out who will headline TigerFest 2026 at this artist reveal party held by the Campus Activities Board and cohosted by Meek, Donyell and DJ Bena. Dress like your favorite celebrity and enjoy performances by dance teams, step teams, performers and more.

More Friday events: 

• $6 Fridays lunch, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., TU dining halls
• Softball vs. UMass-Lowell, 12:30 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
• Baseball vs. Monmouth, 2 p.m., Schuerholz Park
• Softball vs. Central Connecticut, 3 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
• Women's Tennis vs. Coppin State, 3 p.m., Tiger Tennis Complex
• Floating Meditation, 4 p.m., Burdick Pool
• "The Moors," 7:30 p.m., Center for the Arts Mainstage Theatre

Sat., March 7

Strengths Day

9:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., South Campus Pavilion

Students can explore their strengths, dominant themes and the power of positive psychology in this one-day immersive CliftonStrengths experience. Participation is limited to the first 50 students to register. Lunch is included and Tiger Points are available for attendees.

More Saturday events: 

• Women's lacrosse vs. Jacksonville, 11 a.m., Tiger Field
• Baseball vs. Monmouth, 2 p.m., Schuerholz Park
• Women's basketball vs. Drexel, 2 p.m., SECU Arena
• Softball vs. Central Connecticut, 3 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
• Women's tennis vs. Delaware State, 3 p.m., Tiger Tennis Complex
• "The Moors," 7:30 p.m., Center for the Arts Mainstage Theatre

Sun., March 8

Hiking & Hot Cocoa at Gunpowder Falls

9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Gunpowder Falls State Park

Join TU Outdoor Adventures for their first trip of the semester: a hike in Gunpowder Falls State Park. Appreciate the beauty of winter in Maryland while your trip leaders serve up trail-side hot chocolate to keep the cold at bay. Registration required.

More Sunday events: 

• Baseball vs. Monmouth, 1 p.m., Schuerholz Park
• Faculty chamber music concert, 3 p.m., Center for the Arts Recital Hall
• Softball vs. Coppin State, 3 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
• "The Moors," 7:30 p.m., Center for the Arts Mainstage Theatre

 

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