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Health & Well-being

Working to promote every student’s 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 Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ, 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’s ability to cope effectively with life’s 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 Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ 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’s 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

Learn more about Counseling Center support Find support if you are in crisis
Counseling session
Doctor listening to a student's heartrate

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

Learn more about support from the Health Center Make an appointment

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation empowers students to be active through movement, connection, and community—offering inclusive programs, innovative facilities and equipment, and experiences that support well-being and a strong sense of belonging Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ. 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

Learn more about Campus Rec options Join a Campus Rec sport
Students playing soccer
students talking to each other

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

Learn more about Health Promotion and Prevention Education Request safer sex supplies Find peer support resources like Togetherall