Longer lifespans are reshaping how we experience work, retirement and aging. Whether you’re already retired or just starting to think about it, join the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for a day-long summit to gain tools to develop a plan for a meaningful retirement, and be inspired to re-imagine your next act.

Re/Imagining Retirement Summit

September 25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Towson University, $75 early rate

The day kicks off with a keynote on reframing retirement in an era of longevity and a workshop on developing meaning and purpose in retirement. Following lunch, choose between session topics in two breakout sessions, including:

  • Doing good: Finding meaningful volunteer opportunities, presented by Alison Vogrin, Baltimore County Department of Aging and Vallee Bunting, AARP Maryland
  • What does the Longevity Ready Maryland Act mean for me?
  • Not your parents’ retirement: Building resilient financial roadmaps, presented by Greenspring Advisors
  • Your next venture: Turning a lifetime of experience into opportunity, presented by Daniel Kawah, StarTUp at the Armory
  • Live and Learn: The pillars of brain health, presented by Barry Brook, AARP Maryland

Gain the skills employers value and earn a professional certification from TU Continuing and Professional Studies. Instructor-led and self-paced formats are designed to help you advance your career while learning on your schedule. Flexible payment plans can help make your educational goals more affordable.

Nonprofit Market Research Course

October 10, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Learn how to use online resources to conduct market research — increasing your understanding of your target audience and improving programming and outreach to match their needs.

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The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute provides professional development opportunities for leaders at all levels in all industries, helping you to strengthen skills and expand impact.

Next Level Leaders applications closing

Called a 'game changer,' this results-oriented leadership development experience helps mid-level managers expand influence and make lasting impacts on organizational culture. Program runs October 2026–March 2027. Applications close August 28.

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Heart of Leadership Celebration

September 8, 5–7 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate five years of cultivating the next generation of leaders and honor the life and legacy of the Institute's founder, Dr. Nancy Grasmick.

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StarTUp Accelerator Showcase

September 15, 5–7 p.m.

The 2026 StarTUp Accelerator cohort is ready to take the stage at our annual showcase. Meet the founders, explore their innovations and connect with campus, community and business leaders at this high-energy celebration of the next generation of innovators.

Are you a woman entrepreneur who needs support?

ATHENAPowerLink® Baltimore is a yearlong mentorship program designed to assist women entrepreneurs with their business — at no cost.

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Daniel Kawah brings the entrepreneurial journey

Learn how Kawah aims to make TU a regional hub for innovation, access and impact-driven startups.

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Need a space to work?

The StarTUp at the Armory is open Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. for co-working. No membership, reservations or affiliation with TU required.

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Economic Outlook Forum: How will the elections impact Maryland's Business Competitiveness

November 5, 8:15–11 a.m., University Union

Join RESI Chief Economist Daraius Irani for his annual economic outlook forecast for our state followed by a panel discussion on how the results of the November elections could shape economic policy and regional growth, featuring:

  • Mileah Kromer, Director, UMBC Institute of Politics
  • Sarah Oliver, Associate Professor of Political Science, Towson University
  • Katie Maloney, Associate Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy, Towson University
  • Moderator: Jeff Salkin, News Anchor, Maryland Public Television

Job gains. Unemployment drops slightly.

Maryland gained 900 jobs in June, driven by gains in the government sector while private jobs declined. The state's unemployment rate decreased by 0.1%

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