Civic engagement and leadership encompasses active citizenship, community involvement, advocacy, awareness of social issues and injustices, and the development of personal and social responsibility. Civic engagement requires students to not only participate, but also lead with the intent to improve their neighborhoods, their communities, their countries, and ultimately the world.
Our vision: The transformation of Towson Tigers into Civic-Minded Leaders
The Office of Civic Engagement & Leadership promotes political engagement, sponsors environmental initiatives, and service-learning initiatives for faculty along with the campus newspaper program, monthly New York Times Talk lunches, and panels and debates on Freedom Square.
Towson University students take the Tiger Pledge during New Student Convocation and at Commencement and are challenged to live up to the ideals of the pledge.
Do you have an idea that could change the world? The Social Action Fund is an opportunity for students to make their visions a reality with seed funding, support, and mentorship. Applicants should have a vision that addresses a pressing challenge in the Towson community or in the world. The criteria for selected visions is that they are new, specific, and measurable. Students can apply individually or in groups using this form. The deadline for Fall 2016 applications is September 29, 2016. For questions, contact civicengagement AT_TOWSON.