Planetarium show, stand-up paddleboard yoga, more to do at TU
Events you won't want to miss this week, including athletics, on-campus job expo, cupcake decorating contest, exploration of international humanitarian work in Baltimore, more
Spring has arrived, and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate at TU. Spend time outside cheering on the Tigers in baseball, softball, lacrosse and tennis; take to the pool for swim lessons or stand-up paddleboard yoga; or head to the Science Complex roof to see the stars after the public planetarium show. You can also connect with on-campus job opportunities, delve into the world of thriller and fantasy fiction, explore international humanitarian work at the sixth-annual Global Humanities Lecture, enter a cupcake decorating competition or learn how to negotiate like a pro. Here's what's happening on campus this week.
Mon., March 30
Thriller, Fantasy, Crime, Sci-Fi: Readings and Discussion
5:30 p.m., Liberal Arts 4310
Join novelists Lauren Reding and Benjamin Warner for readings from their books "The Killer in the House" and "Speculative Fiction: A User's Guide and Anthology," followed by a discussion on the thriller, fantasy, crime and sci-fi genres. A reception will follow the event.
More Monday events:
- Transgender Day of Visibility Spa Day, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., University Union Ballrooms
- Author Presentation: Supporting Grieving Youth, 2 p.m., Cook Library 507
- Arcis Saxophone Quartet, 6 p.m., Center for the Arts 3042
- Swim Lessons at Campus Rec, 8 p.m., Burdick Pool
Tues., March 31
Tiger Tuesday - Cupcake Decorating Contest
6:30 to 9 p.m., University Union Paws
On Tiger Tuesdays, we wear black and gold! Show your school spirit by donning TU gear or school colors during the day, then get creative with a cupcake decorating contest at night. Show up, bring some friends and have some old-school fun.
More Tuesday events:
- Nursing Recruitment Fair, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., University Union 322
- How to Evaluate and Negotiate Like a Pro, Noon, University Union 224
- Study Abroad & Away Group Advising, 2 p.m., Psychology Building 408
- Baseball vs. Coppin State, 3 p.m., John B. Schuerholz Park
- Women's Tennis vs. Monmouth, 3 p.m., Tiger Tennis Complex
- Top Rope Belay Clinic, 5 p.m., Burdick Hall
Wed., April 1
On-Campus Job Expo
Noon to 2 p.m., University Union 2nd Floor
If you're looking for an on-campus job, stop by this expo to meet with on-campus departments hiring for spring, summer and fall positions. Dress in professional attire, bring resumes to hand out and look forward to meeting your potential employer.
More Wednesday events:
- Competitive Fellowships & Awards Info, 11 a.m., Science Complex 3rd Floor
- Crafting Career Pathways, 3–6 p.m., University Union 349
- Softball vs. Coppin State, 3 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
- 6th Annual Global Humanities Lecture, 5:30 p.m., Liberal Arts 4310
- Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga, 7 p.m., Burdick Pool
Thurs., April 2
Baseball vs. Hofstra
3 p.m., John B. Schuerholz Park
Spend some time outside cheering on the Tigers as they take on Hofstra at home. Entrance is free for all students, faculty, staff and community members.
More Thursday events:
- Low-Stakes AI for Busy Faculty, Noon, Cook Library 404B
- Neurodivergent Community Hangout, 2–4 p.m., Cook Library
- "Tigers Talk Money" Launch Party, 3 p.m., University Union 225
- Top Rope Belay Clinic, 5 p.m., Burdick Hall
- Undergraduate Art Exhibition, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts 2040
Fri., April 3
Public Planetarium Show: Big Astronomy
Noon, 7 & 7:45 p.m., Science Complex 2206
Explore three observatories located in remote locations across Chile and delve into the types of roles that keep the world's great observatories running. After the planetarium show, telescope observations will be available, weather-permitting.
More Friday events:
- $6 Friday lunch, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., campus dining halls
- Softball vs. Hofstra, 2 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
- Baseball vs. Hofstra, 3 p.m., John B. Schuerholz park
- Women's Tennis vs. UNCW, 3 p.m., Tiger Tennis Complex
Sat., April 4
Men's Lacrosse vs. Monmouth
Noon, Unitas Stadium
The Tigers are looking to continue a four-game win streak as they take on Monmouth in Unitas Stadium. Stop by to cheer them on—all TU students get free admission and can access their tickets on the Towson University Tigers mobile app. TU faculty/staff can redeem up to two (2) free tickets by showing their OneCard at the game.
More Saturday events:
- Baseball vs. Hofstra, 2 p.m., John B. Schuerholz Park
- Softball vs. Hofstra, 2 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
Sun., April 5
Softball vs. Hofstra
1 p.m., Tiger Softball Complex
Enjoy a spring day outside watching the Tigers take on Hofstra. Admission is free for all students, faculty, staff and community members.
What to do at TU this week is a snapshot of campus events based on information published in the TU events calendar. Visit the event links for the latest details and updates. To submit your event for inclusion in What to do at TU, post it in the events calendar at least two weeks before the event date.