My Towson University experience
Current Tigers reflect on what makes their time at TU unique
By Kyle Hobstetter and Alex Wright '18 on November 9, 2022
From its award-winning faculty, top-notch facilities, nationally ranked programs and engaging campus life, Towson University has something for everyone.
As a nationally recognized leader in inclusive excellence, Towson University prides itself on being a welcoming community for living, working and learning while making an impact.
With almost 20,000 students, TU has plenty of stories from around campus. Here we ask some of our Tigers about their TU experience, and what has made the university special for them.
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Mizell Cooper ’22
Sport management major from Cambridge, Maryland
“The thing that's special about Towson University is that you really can create your own experience here. I want to work in college athletics and I’m currently working as a marketing intern with the athletics department. I feel like I was able to create what I wanted for myself and an experience that will help me succeed in the next level of my life.”
Nick Sibol ’23
Electronic Media & Film Major from Columbia, Maryland
“You are almost a number at bigger schools. And at smaller schools you don't have the opportunity to get your specialized interests taken care of. But at TU, you can basically point and go while also getting the individualized help and an individualized path carved out for you.”
Hannah Herman ’24
Marketing Major from West Chester, Pennsylvania
“I got into the Towson University Honors College, which has given me a lot of opportunities, career-wise. I’ve been able to get great internships, including one with Warner Brothers -Discovery in New York as an ad sales intern. I’ve also been able to build personal relationships with my professors who want me to succeed.”
Tiffany Clark ’23
Elementary Education major from Rockaway, New jersey
“TU is special because of the connections you make. Not only with your peers, but also with the professors on campus. My favorite professor was Laura Ward, my elementary education professor for my field experience last year. She really made sure we were comfortable inside of the classroom and prepared to teach our students.”
Matt Vollmuth ’22
Forensic Chemistry major from Mendham, New jersey
“There's only a handful of accredited forensics programs in the country and TU is one of the best. We have a lot of opportunities to get extra experience with lab techniques, which is important because that’s what you do as a forensic chemist. Right now, I’m an organic research student, which has helped me with my track in drug analysis.”
Jordyn Coleman ’25
Pre-Nursing major from Clinton, Maryland
“Something unique I’ve seen in my time at TU is the resources offered to us here. Talking to my friends at other universities, they don’t have a lot of the same opportunities that we do. One that stands out is the Career Center and the programming and help they offer to students.”
Paige Detwiler ’24
Photography major from Frederick, Maryland
“There is such a diverse population that comes from different backgrounds and have a lot of different interests. You can see the diversity in the College of Fine Arts and I appreciate that, especially since I’ve been able to make a lot of great friends and a lot of connections.”
Ruth Wireduwah ’25
Information Technology major from Aberdeen, Maryland
“What’s special to me about Towson University is that everyone comes here and finds where they belong. We have so many different organizations, different communities…everyone finds their place. Everyone is creating and finding their own community at TU.”
Anna Tuvelman ’23
mass communication major from Pikesville, Maryland
“I attended the Spring Career and Internship Fair hosted by the Career Center, and I actually got an internship through a company that I met there, so that was amazing. The company was called Alta Vista, a marketing agency, and it was a great opportunity. I wouldn't have been able to do that without attending something that TU was hosting.”
Sun Young Christopher Kim ’23
Music Education major from Kingsville, Maryland
"My experience here has been fantastic. I'm involved in campus a lot and it really shows the depth [of opportunities available] and how much people can become comfortable and be a part of a community on campus."
Evangelos Dizelos ’23
Psychology major from Kingsville, Maryland
“The best thing about TU is the inclusivity around campus. The moment I joined the ultimate frisbee team, I felt like they were my family. That’s my advice for incoming students—join clubs and get involved because that lets you be a part of the Towson University community.”
JoRon Proctor ’23
History major from Lanham, Maryland
“You can’t be afraid to be you. TU really caters to everyone from each diaspora, or from each religious background, or any background. That's the real true beauty of this campus.”
Liam Jones ’23
Music Education major from Towson, Maryland
“Towson University, more than other schools that I've seen, puts an emphasis on connecting students with each other. It's really easy to see in all of the orientation events, involvement fairs and other programs, that they're really passionate about the student voice and creating your own opportunities.”