Student Activities seeks to positively transform the student experience for every student. We believe that a sense of belonging and involvement transforms a student's collegiate experience and facilitates their success.
We offer a wide array of experiences and intentional programming in the following areas: Campus Events, Leadership Development, and Student Organizations.
Kickoff the semester with days of activities planned to help you get familiar with the campus and community.
Join us on Tuesday evenings in PAWS for BINGO, Trivia, and more!
Show your Tiger pride during this traditional week full of events, culminating in the homecoming football game.
During this one night experience, we celebrate the winter season and what it looks like for different cultures.
Join over 150 student organizations and departments to learn how to get involved on campus.
Events hosted by the Office of Student Activities are typically free and open to the public. Student attendance at most events are collected through the Involved@TU platform. To get the most out of our campus events, come with an open mindset and be ready to have fun and socialize!
Find out about other ongoing campus events here!
Leadership development is a cornerstone of the TU student experience. Towson University believes that leadership is not about being in charge; it is about your integrity, your self-awareness, and your vision for creating change well beyond the classroom. Explore the leadership development programs offered by Student Activities:
Student organization involvement is one of the easiest ways to build community and find a sense of belonging on campus. There are over 200 registered student groups that range in categories from art, to political, cultural, and everything in between.
There are many resources available for clubs and organizations that are active. These range from event planning guidelines, funding, re-registration, and more.
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Haven't found the club you're looking for? Starting your own is an easy and rewarding process!
Learn moreThe Student Government Association (SGA) is the representative governing body of the undergraduate student population. Working jointly with students, faculty, staff, administration, and advised by Student Activities, the SGA is dedicated to improving students’ academic, social, and cultural environments.
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a group of students, advised by Student Activities, that hosts events year-round for all students. With the slogan "Work hard, play harder," CAB works to provide students with fun, social experiences every week.
The Student Activities Office is comprised of professional staff members, graduate assistants, and undergraduate students who work together to create a positive outcomes for students. In all of our interactions and initiatives, we uphold the following values:
| OUR Values | |
|---|---|
| Community | Invoke a sense of responsibility in all TU students, faculty, and staff to create and maintain a campus environment where everyone feels like they belong |
| Development | Provide programs, services, and other opportunities that foster individual and community growth |
| Support | Be recognized as active partners, both on and off campus, to accomplish goals, maximize resources, and create a collaborative campus environment |
| Success | Lead TU students, faculty, and staff to achieve outcomes that bring value to other and build legacy |
| Influence | Enhance the student voice by modeling and encouraging advocacy |
| Fun | Cultivate a campus culture that promotes well-being for greater student satisfaction |
All students are invited to participate in events held by our department; occasionally, an RSVP is required to attend an event.
The Student Activities Office employs approximately 20 undergraduate staff members and four graduate assistants who serve in various roles to support events, leadership development, marketing, and SGA elections. Hiring for each role typically takes place in May for the upcoming academic year. Any job postings available can be found on Handshake by searching "Student Activities."
Upcoming events can be found on Involved@TU, TU's platform for managing campus involvement. Events can be found by clicking the "Attend Events" box in the middle of the homepage. Be sure to sign in with your TU credentials to see all events.
Additionally, Student Activities re-posts upcoming events on weekly basis on our Instagram account. (@towsonstuact)
Information on starting a new organization can be found on the clubs and organizations page on the TU website. For specific information not found on this page or in the FAQ's reach out to the Coordinator of Student Organizations.
More information about SGA can be found on their website, their social media page, and events can be found on Involved@TU.
CAB events can be found on Involved@TU, on their social media page, or their website.