01/13/2026
“Community engagement is at the heart of TU's mission, and this honor underscores our commitment to creating opportunities that strengthen both our campus and the communities we serve," says TU President Mark R. Ginsberg. “As a university for the public good, we strive to create a brighter future for Maryland. This designation affirms our continued dedication to doing just that.”
Community engagement isn’t just something we do—it’s central to who we are! Towson University has earned the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a national recognition of our long-standing commitment to meaningful partnerships. First recognized in 2008, this designation reflects how TU’s faculty, staff, students and community partners work together to drive positive impact across greater Baltimore and Maryland. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ypb2mg