New Student Programs
Freshman Transition Program (FTP) Students
Class of 2016
Thank you for considering Towson. We believe that its
an amazing place to get an education while discovering more about the person you
are, and the person who you will become. There will be several opportunities
to visit campus this year and we look forward to meeting you then.
If you have additional questions about the Freshman Transition Program, please contact program coordinator Ann Gamble by phone, 443-840-1735, or by email at agamble@ccbcmd.edu.
The University recognizes that one of students’ top concerns when
making the transition to college is meeting other students so we created fun
pre-orientation events. These events are not required and operate on a
first-come-first serve basis. We are confident that you will find an activity
below that best suits you!
OPTION 1: Tiger
Talks
Tiger Talks are new this year and developed based on current TU students’
ideas. For a short three hours you will get to know the campus by completing and
competing in fun activities with other new students who have similar interests.
After your Tiger Talk you will be invited to a private Facebook group so you can
continue to connect with your new friends.
By participating in Tiger Talks you will
- connect with current students and other new students with similar interests,
- have the opportunity to ask questions about what to expect from college
life,
- begin to feel acclimated to the campus,
- learn strategies for a successful transition to TU,
- start to become aware of the possibilities for involvement in college,
- develop a personalized transition plan.
Space is limited;
therefore early registration is encouraged. The cost to attend Tiger Talks is
$25, due at the time of the reservation. We strongly encourage you to kick
off your Towson experience with these unique events.
The 10 dates of Tiger Talks
are:
- Thurs. June 21 6:00-9:00 pm
- Sat. June 23 10:00 am-1:00 pm
- Sat. June 23 2:30 pm-5:30 pm
- Mon. June 25 6:00-9:00 pm
- Sun. July 15 10:00 am-1:00 pm
- Sun. July 15 2:30 pm-5:30 pm
- Thurs. July 19 6:00-9:00 pm
- Mon. July 23 6:00-9:00 pm
- Thurs. July 26 6:00-9:00 pm
- Sat. Aug 4 10:00 am -1:00 pm
OPTION 2: Project
Serve (.pdf)
Wed. 8/22 – Thurs. 8/24*
Enjoy
community service? Participants in Project Serve will move in early and then
spend two days giving back to the Baltimore community. Past experiences have
included building houses, volunteering at a local food back, preparing meals and
helping beautiful schools. Project Serve participants also have the opportunity
to connect to our residential learning community, Tigers Serving Others.
Please refer to the application in your To-Do List for more information.
OPTION 3: Project Marj
Mon. 8/20 – Thurs. 8/24*
An
experiential orientation course, within the physical capabilities of the average
healthy person, Project Serve is designed for incoming Towson University
freshman and transfer students. Students have the option to participate in
either a five day Backpacking or Multi-activity (White water kayaking and rock
climbing) trip. Please refer to the application in your To-Do List or here for more information.
*Due to space capacity, students are unable to partake in more than
one pre-orientation activity. Participation is limited to one Tiger Talk,
Project Serve OR Project Marj.
Additional Resources
New Student Programs
University Union, Room 217 (map)
Phone: 410-704-2309
Fax: 410-704-3930
E-mail: newstudentprograms@towson.edu
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