During the early-mid 1970s, veteran enrollment at Towson University increased dramatically from the large influx of 2 million returning Vietnam veterans. These student veterans allied together to form the Concerned Veterans Student Group of Towson University in 1974. After its initial establishment, the Concerned Veterans Group held a number of meetings and events each month to develop a greater sense of inclusion among student veterans. Later, the organization eventually disbanded, only to make its return in 2008. Reemerging as a grassroots movement, the Veterans Concerns Committee was formed by Towson University employees and faculty members in order to address the growing needs of Towson University’s returning veteran community. In the summer of 2010, the Veterans Service center was officially opened in the psychology building.

The Veterans Service center was opened to aid the University's veteran students in making a smooth transition into college life. Furthermore, former Towson alumni and Marine veteran, Patrick Young spearheaded the organization by volunteering as the Coordinator of Veterans Services. Since its creation, the Veterans Services department has hosted a variety of fundraisers, campus activities, and community service projects aimed at promoting veteran awareness. In 2013, Veterans Services and Towson Athletics partnered to present Towson’s Hometown Heroes football game at Unitas Stadium. Lastly, in 2014, Towson University was recognized for its dedicated work in assisting veteran students.