Health & Well-being
Working to promote every student鈥檚 holistic well-being through inclusive services, health education and campus-wide collaboration.
Tigers Thrive
Supporting a Culture of Student Well-being Across University Life
Through the focus of the four pillars of well-being at TU, students can expect to thrive in all areas of campus life.
Mind
Cultivating an awareness of thoughts and emotions while encouraging self-acceptance and self-compassion can increase one鈥檚 ability to cope effectively with life鈥檚 ups and downs. Recognizing the importance of seeking support when needed can empower us to navigate adversity with strength and a balanced mindset.
Body
Establishing healthy self-care habits such as regular exercise, balanced nutrition, adequate rest and routine medical care can help prevent illness, injury and chronic conditions and enhance vitality. Investing in our bodies boosts productivity, increases energy levels and elevates overall quality of life.
Community
Building community allows people to come together around shared ideals and interests. Communities promote well-being by fostering a sense of belonging and connection while also providing mutual support to their members. Smaller communities can enrich the larger community by sharing resources, ideas and energy which can cultivate positive change in the world around them.
Purpose
Finding your purpose involves aligning your actions with your aspirations, values and beliefs. Purpose may be driven by personal passions, relationships or a desire to contribute to something greater than yourself. When your purpose is clear, it brings a sense of fulfillment and direction, guiding you through challenges and helping you stay focused on what truly matters in life.
Thrive at TU and Beyond
Tigers Thrive works to promote inclusive services, educational programs and community engagement events offered through four departments:
- Counseling Center
- Health Center
- Campus Recreation
- Health Promotion and Prevention Education
Together, we work to develop and support the culture of student well-being across all areas of university life.
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center is proud to offer care that is flexible, culturally responsive, solution-focused and tailored to every student鈥檚 unique needs, including:
- same-day mental health consultations and referrals services
- staff-led workshops, trainings and support groups
- peer-led workshops related to body image, mental health in diverse communities and drug and alcohol use
Health Center
The Health Center offers outstanding care and a range of wellness and health services
to all Towson University students including:
- primary care services including wellness physicals, preventive care, referrals and chronic disease management
- urgent/acute care
- sexual/reproductive health services including STI testing/treatment, birth control and PrEP therapy
- psychiatric services including medication management
Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation empowers students to be active through movement, connection, and
community鈥攐ffering inclusive programs, innovative facilities and equipment, and experiences
that support well-being and a strong sense of belonging at TU. Programs and facilities
include:
- Burdick Hall campus recreation center and turf fields
- intramurals and sport clubs
- fitness and aquatic programs
- outdoor adventure center and climbing wall
Health Promotion and Prevention Education
Health Promotion strives to help all members of the TU community feel empowered to
invest in their well-being and thrive personally and academically. We provide:
- interactive trainings
- peer education and coaching
- safer sex supplies