Towson StarTUp

08/12/2026

Have you heard? We're celebrating an important milestone. 🎊

Over the last five years, we’ve connected entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and community members with TU’s resources to help ideas thrive and businesses grow. Together, we've built a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, sparked innovation and accelerated opportunities across the region.

This work doesn't happen alone. It's possible because of strong community support, foundational partnerships and intentional iteration.

Join us October 6, 8:30–11 a.m. to help us celebrate our fifth anniversary and the incredible community that helped make it all possible.

Get registered registered 👉 https://buff.ly/0p75b5G

08/06/2026

After eight weeks of learning, collaboration and growth, the founders of the 2026 StarTUp Accelerator are ready to highlight their ventures at the StarTUp Accelerator Showcase.

Join us September 15, 5–8 p.m., to hear live pitches from this year's fellows, explore their innovative products and ideas, and celebrate the remarkable progress they've made along the way.

Network with entrepreneurs, campus leaders, and members of the business community while getting a firsthand look at the next generation of startups. We hope you'll join us to cheer on our founders and be part of the excitement.

Get registered 👉 https://buff.ly/JW6Zftq

07/16/2026

Have you met Daniel Kawah, our new entrepreneur in residence? He’s focused on making entrepreneurship more accessible, more practical and more impactful for students, faculty and the broader community.

Learn how he's working to bring on the entrepreneurial energy. 👉 https://buff.ly/fp0oFEo

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

06/16/2026

Are you registered for our annual StarTUp Accelerator Meet & Greet? Join us June 24, 5–7 p.m. at the StarTUp at the Armory.

This is a great opportunity to meet the founders of this year's StarTUp Accelerator and connect with Baltimore’s entrepreneurial community. Open to entrepreneurs, students and community members from across greater Baltimore.

Get registered 👉 https://buff.ly/48Bj7Oy

06/08/2026

Meet the ventures of the 2026 StarTUp Accelerator — a sought‑after resource, catalyzing innovation and helping founders turn bold ideas into reality. 🚀✨ Each founder brings a unique perspective and solution, positioning their ventures to make meaningful contributions across their respective fields. Learn more about each venture. 👉 https://buff.ly/Zj1WB0U

04/23/2026

Over six weeks this spring, students participated in the College Cup, transforming their ideas into pitch-ready ventures. Six finalists pitched their ventures on the StarTUp main stage, and Bria Reeves came out on top. She took home $7,000 to put towards her venture, The Essence of B.L.R., a skin-sensitive perfume business.

Learn more about this cross-campus competition and the winning ventures 👉 https://buff.ly/9flZaBk

04/22/2026

The StarTUp is a cornerstone of our community, serving as a catalyst for growth, connectivity and prosperity. We offer a dynamic co-working environment and annually host 18,000+ visitors, 1,000+ engagements and 500+ organizations. And, our Accelerator has catalyzed $30+ million in economic impact.

What makes this even more exceptional, is that our amenities and programs are free, with no membership or affiliation to Towson University needed.

Join us in supporting our mission and programs, as we continue to empower the next generation of innovators and change-makers.

Join me and make a gift to TU Big Give 2026