Important DatesNov. 20: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Fall 15-Week Term
Nov. 26 – 30: College closed for Thanksgiving holiday
Take advantage of Priority Registration and get the classes you want for spring! Priority Registration opens this week for the spring semester. Browse the available course sections and start planning your schedule!
CSM is committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all students. In accordance with the Maryland Values Act, the college has implemented an administrative policy for responding to potential immigration enforcement actions on campus. The policy states that private spaces on campus--such as classrooms, labs, offices, and private events--are reserved for students, employees, and invited guests and outlines procedures if immigration enforcement officers appear on campus.
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View the on-campus dining, snacking, and beverage offerings, including the CSM Café and 24-hour smart vending machines!
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Check out the calendar for CSM AthleticsCheck out the calendar for CSM Athletics and come out to cheer your Hawks on to victory at their next home games!
Nov. 4: Men’s Basketball vs. Washington Adventist University
Nov. 5: Men’s Basketball vs. Gallaudet University
Nov. 5: Women’s Basketball vs. Bryant & Stratton College
Nov. 8: Women’s Basketball vs. Richard Bland College
Nov. 15: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Tidewater Community College
The Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series is a monthly workshop where local writers discuss their creative processes. On Nov. 4, we welcome zine creator and CSM alum Erica Rosa. Publishing under the moniker Raven Heights Press, Rosa’s eclectic background and varied interests include radio production, podcasting, social work, activism, and photography.
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CSM is proud to welcome acclaimed pianist Ching-Yi Lin. Born in Taiwan, Ching-Yi Lin's swift ascent to prominence has been marked by numerous accolades including top prizes at prestigious competitions and the Howard County Arts Council’s Rising Star Award. He joins us on Nov. 8 as part of his regional tour celebrating 150 years since the birth of French composer Maurice Ravel.
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Director of the Maryland Small Business Development Center James Vasquez joins us Nov. 13 for the Innovation @ the Velocity Center Speaker Series. Discover how smart, strategic prompting can transform AI tools into powerful marketing engines that drive growth, engagement, and data-driven decision making.
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Courtroom drama takes center stage in CSM Theater’s fall production of “Witness for the Prosecution.” In Agatha Christie’s acclaimed play, Leonard Vole stands accused of murdering a rich widow. The stakes are high with shocking witness testimony, impassioned outbursts from the dock, and a young man’s fight to escape his fate. With performances Nov. 14 to 16 and 21 to 23, this suspenseful thriller will keep you guessing until the very end.
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Do you want to transfer to continue your studies, but don’t know where to start? Join CSM Transfer Services on Nov. 5 for an interactive workshop on how to plan a smooth, successful transfer. Learn more about transferring credits, articulation agreements, pre-transfer programs, scholarship opportunities, and choosing the right four-year school for you.
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Connect directly with our transfer partners and get answers to your questions, straight from the source! Learn more and register for the sessions you’re interested in at csmd.edu/transferthursdays.
Nov. 6: Salisbury University (Social Work)
Nov. 13: American College of Education, St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Meet on campus with admissions representatives from CSM’s transfer partners! Learn more about the institutions, their programs, and the transfer process.
Nov. 4: Trinity Washington University, La Plata Campus
Nov. 6: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, La Plata Campus
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This week, HawkTalk features CSM graduate Phillip Ball Jr. from the Class of 2024:
“The Veterans Lounge is a place for making a connection with other veterans and acknowledging that we are not alone. There are other veterans like us who are going through similar experiences, overcoming obstacles, and finding pathways through their lives today."
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The College Survival Guide is a recurring feature that directs members of the CSM community to free resources and support for whatever challenges they may be facing. At CSM, no Hawk has to fly alone.
It’s okay if you’re not feeling okay. Whatever’s affecting you, free counseling services are available to accompany and support you in a wide range of emotional and mental health areas, including anxiety, grief, depression, and more.
Discover the rich and complex heritage of the Land of Saints and Scholars! CSM’s Spring Travel Study is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Irish art and literature. Register now and reserve your spot for this once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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