We’re making an impact
In our first three years, the Institute has served 2,700 participants across 900 companies, with 96% of participants reporting that our programs improved their effectiveness as leaders.
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Learn how we’re impacting the people and organizations in our community in meaningful ways.
The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute has a profound impact in the Baltimore community and beyond thanks to the “ripple effect” of its leadership programs: our training programs equip participants to be better leaders. They return to their organizations to more effectively lead their teams. Their teams thrive and contribute to the success of the organization. The organization is strengthened as a result. When our communities’ organizations improve, it lifts our entire region. Through this “ripple effect,” the Grasmick Institute is having a profound impact on our region.
Recent news
Nurturing ethical leadership
In the three years since the former State Superintendent’s namesake leadership institute was founded, it has welcomed about 2,700 participants from local organizations.
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What’s your EQ?
The Grasmick Institute offers award-winning leadership development programs that build emotional intelligence using methods that profoundly improve leadership effectiveness.
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What makes great leaders?
Erin Moran, director of the Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute, discusses her incredible career journey and her deep expertise in leadership and organizational culture.
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Past news
2025
What’s Your EQ?
The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute improves organizational performance by helping leaders build skills in emotional intelligence.
2024
What makes great leaders? Erin Moran shares unforgettable lessons on leadership and culture
Erin Moran, director of the Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute, discusses her incredible career journey and her deep expertise in leadership and organizational culture.
How the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute takes Maryland leaders from good to great
The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute is founded on the belief that great leadership has the power to unlock human potential and harness it in service of a shared goal.
Guiding the leaders of tomorrow
Erin Moran directs the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute at Towson University
At the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute, the focus is on emotional intelligence
The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute’s inaugural executive director Erin Moran highlights its external focus, catering to leaders at all levels across the public, nonprofit and business sectors.
Viewpoint: The ‘Great Gloom’ is here but it doesn’t have to be
The Great Resignation and Quiet Quitting are giving way to a new phenomenon, writes Erin Moran of The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute.
Dr. Nancy Grasmick is nurturing ethical leadership across Baltimore
In the three years since the former State Superintendent's namesake leadership institute was founded at Towson University, it has welcomed about 2,700 participants from various local organizations.
2023
TU Honors College finds new home, identity
TU Presidential Scholar Dr. Nancy Grasmick ‘61 named an Honors College Luminary at ribbon cutting.
Baltimore needs ‘built leaders’ now more than ever before
The Institute’s Executive Director Erin Moran shares her thoughts about what makes a great leader.
2022
Being a courageous problem solver in times of uncertainty
One of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People shares wisdom at Uplifting a Region Through Courageous Leadership event in Baltimore.
Nancy Grasmick honored for lifetime achievements in leadership
Grasmick among five women recognized at the Center Club’s 2022 Women in Business Trailblazer Awards.
Introducing the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute at Towson University
Leaders are not born. They are created when others recognize their potential and are willing to invest in their personal and professional growth.
Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute celebrates launch with Future of Work forum
Event unites regional leaders to discuss challenges, opportunities in the ‘next normal’
David Nevins interviews Erin Moran
Erin Moran shares how organizations and individuals can take advantage of leadership development opportunities at the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute.
Looking inward to develop and retain talent
As companies compete to attract and retain talent, company culture is becoming an increasingly important selling point for employees.
Leading with compassion and integrity
Integrity-based leadership has been a struggle in this country for years, but integrity is the heart of everything we do at the Leadership Institute.
2021
Growing TU’s presence in uptown Towson
Through two strategic development projects in uptown Towson, TU continues to build on its role as an anchor institution and economic-driver.
Leadership Institute announces executive director
Erin Moran will guide the launch of key programming and offerings for TU’s new Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute.
TU announces launch of Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute
Alumna and honored Maryland leader lends vision, philanthropy to further TU’s mission as an anchor institution providing leadership for the public good.
Institute Insights
The future of work (PDF)
How do we offer flexibility and have a strong culture with highly engaged employees in the new paradigm of work?
How to build trust in the workplace (PDF)
Being perceived as trust-worthy is one of the greatest challenges for leaders. How can we take advantage of this opportunity?
Inspiring a culture of innovation (PDF)
If innovation is critical to our future success, how do we get our people comfortable with taking calculated risks?
Creating a culture of belonging by cultivating psychological safety (PDF)
For organizations or leaders who seek support in cultivating a climate of psychological safety, here are some ways to get started.