Voter Engagement Programs

The Office of Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility hosts a myriad of voter engagement and education programs to provide guidance on the U.S. electoral system and create opportunities for learning and reflection as a campus community. 

Students register TU community members to vote.
Students register TU community members to vote. 
Office of Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility staff pose for a picture during Party to the Polls.
Office of Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility staff pose for a picture during Party to the Polls.  
Students attend Tiger Pride Day in Annapolis.
Students attend Tiger Pride Day in Annapolis.

Unless indicated otherwise, all programs occur in collaboration with the TU Votes Coalition. To register for upcoming programs, go to Involved@TU.  

Register to Vote

Use Towson University’s voter engagement portal to register to vote or update your voter registration information.

Constitution Day Talk (annually in September) 

This educational program on Constitution Day commemorates the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787, and explores current topics related to it.   

This event will take place on Tuesday, September 17, 5 - 7:30 pm in CLA 3210.

*The program occurs in partnership with the Department of Political Science.  

National Voter Registration Day Resource Fair (annually in September) 

This tabling resource fair on National Voter Registration Day provides TU students with an opportunity to register to vote and engage in meaningful conversations and activities about important issues.  

This event will take place on Tuesday, September 17, 11 am - 2 pm on UU 2nd floor.

National Voter Education Week Programming (annually in October) 

A variety of educational programs and social media campaigns occur during National Voter Education Week to provide TU students with the tools, information and confidence to cast their ballots.  

National Voter Education Week 2024 takes place October 7-11.

Debate Watch Parties (Midterm and Presidential Election Years only) 

In this program, the TU community comes together to watch and debrief the Presidential, Vice-Presidential and Gubernatorial Debates. 

Party to the Polls (Midterm and Presidential Elections only) 

This program takes place on the first day of early voting in general elections. It serves as an opportunity for the TU community to come together to celebrate the right to vote and learn about the U.S. electoral system.  

This program takes place on Thursday, October 24, 11 am - 2 pm in UU 2nd and 3rd floors.

Returns Watch Party (Midterm and Presidential Elections only) 

This program invites members of the TU community to watch Midterm and Presidential Election results together, while also providing a space for games and relaxation.  

This program is slated for the evening of Tuesday, November 5.

*The Student Government Association is the lead organizer of the program and receives support from the Office of Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility. 

Post-Election Program (Midterm and Presidential Elections only) 

This program creates a space for the TU community to learn about the impact of the Midterm and Presidential Elections on the local, national and international levels and explore ways to engage in civic life in-between elections.  

This program takes place Wednesday, December 4, 5 - 7 pm in UU Ballroom A.

Tiger Pride Day (annually) 

On this day, TU students, staff and faculty visit the Maryland State House to meet with state lawmakers and advocate for legislation that the TU Student Government Association has identified as priority bills.

*The Student Government Association is the lead organizer of the program and receives support from several TU departments, including the Office of Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility.