Administrative Divisions
Towson University is organized into the following administrative divisions, with offices affiliated with each division listed below.
Executive Division
Division of Academic Affairs
The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership and oversight in curricular matters, the development and administration of academic policies and standards, faculty development and research, and the use and improvement of the campus academic facilities.
Academic Offices
- Office of the Provost
- College of Business and Economics
- College of Education
- College of Fine Arts and Communication
- College of Health Professions
- College of Liberal Arts
- Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics
- Honors College
- Office of Graduate Studies
- Albert S. Cook Library
- Towson Learning Network
Accreditation
Assessment
Administrative Functions
International Initiatives
- English Language Center
- International Initiatives
- International Partnerships
- International Students and Scholars
- Study Abroad
Research
Division of Administration and Finance
The Division of Administration and Finance provides high quality service and management of the institution’s financial, technological
and capital resources and provides a positive learning environment through campus
safety, auxiliary and business services.
Services Areas
- Auxiliary Services
- Financial Affairs
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Management Advisory and Compliance Services (MACS)
- Office of Technology Services
Athletics
Towson University Athletics offers the most comprehensive intercollegiate athletics program in the metropolitan Baltimore area, fielding 19 NCAA Division I varsity teams that compete in the Coastal Athletic Association, the nation's top mid-major conference.
Division of Enrollment Management
The Division of Enrollment Management is committed to supporting students from their initial inquiry through graduation.
Services Areas
- Academic Advising, Retention and Completion Office
- Admissions Office
- Financial Aid Office
- Registrar’s Office
- Tutoring and Learning Center
Office of General Counsel
The Office of General Counsel (OGC) oversees, coordinates, and manages the legal affairs of the University and serves as the point of contact for legal inquiries, public records requests, subpoenas, and other forms of legal process. The office also includes risk management and compliance leadership.
Office of Inclusion and Institutional Equity
The Office of Inclusion and Institutional Equity strives to foster a culture of integrity that values shared responsibility as a critical element of an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community.
Services Areas
Division of Operations and Human Resources
The Division of Operations and Human Resources creates, maintains, renovates and operates many university systems.
Services Areas
- Office of Human Resources
- Office of Public Safety
- Facilities Management
- University Police
- Parking and Transportation Services
Division of Strategic Partnerships and Applied Research
The Division of Strategic Partnerships and Applied Research serves as a point of entry for businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and community members interested in collaborating with the university.
Services Areas
- Center for GIS (CGIS)
- Continuing and Professional Studies (CPS)
- Cloud Services and IT Consulting
- Partnerships and Outreach
- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
- Regional Economic Studies Institute (RESI)
- StarTUp
- Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute
Division of Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs strives to create transformative learning experiences that are pivotal in students’ education and identity development.
Services Areas
- Campus Life
- Campus Recreation Services
- Career Center
- Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility
- Counseling Center
- Dean of Students Office
- Fraternity and Sorority Life
- Health Center
- Hillel of Towson
- Housing and Residence Life
- New Student and Family Programs
- Off-Campus Living
- Student Success Programs (SAGE, CEEP and CROP)
- Student Activities
- Student Accountability and Restorative Practices
- Testing Services Center
- Military and Veterans Center
Division of University Advancement
The Division of University Advancement gets alumni and friends of the university involved in raising Towson University’s philanthropic and alumni engagement profile in support of the institution’s strategic priorities.
Services Areas
Division of University Marketing and Communications
The Division of University Marketing and Communications offers communication services and works with internal colleges and divisions to build and strengthen the Towson University identity. See our staff list.
Services Areas
- Communications and Media Relations
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Marketing and Brand Strategy