Strategic Partnerships & Applied Research

Investing in programs, partnerships and presence to expand TU’s reach and impact in our community, region and state. TU is focused on being a university for the public good.

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Advancing Towson University’s role as an economic engine, the Division of Strategic Partnerships & Applied Research is the business and public engagement team of Towson University, finding creative solutions to pressing problems, furthering community collaboration and generating economic development in Maryland and across the region. Funding strategic partnerships & applied research supports students and faculty in initiatives that have a direct impact on our community and our state.

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“Great leadership always matters. The Institute will serve greater Baltimore, our state, the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. It will challenge the status quo of leadership development and propel our region forward.”

Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick '61, '92 (Hon)

TU's new state-of-the-art, entrepreneurship space will serve as TU’s front door for start-ups, small businesses and our region’s largest corporations.

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