11-14 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter

IMPORTANT DATES

hawktalk_icons_calendar.jpgNov. 15: Deadline to apply for graduation to participate in January ceremony
Nov. 23-27: College closed for Thanksgiving holiday
Dec. 1: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Fall 2 (Oct. 26 – Dec. 16)
Dec. 16: Classes end for Fall 2 (Oct. 26 – Dec. 16)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PART-TIME STUDENT FOCUS GROUP: GIVE OPINIONS, GET REWARDED

Do you like pizza, gift cards, and/or giving opinions? If you’re a part-time CSM student who answered “yes,” we want to invite you to join us as part of a focus group to tell us about your experiences. Participate virtually or in person at the La Plata Campus. Pizza will be provided, and to show our appreciation for your time and contribution, each participant will receive a $20 gift voucher to the CSM College Store.

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MOBILE HAWK FEEDER AT REGIONAL HUGHESVILLE

The College of Southern Maryland is a community, and members of a community take care of each other. If you or your family are having difficulty putting food on the table, CSM would like to help. Mobile Hawk Feeder food packages will be available for pickup on Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Regional Hughesville. To ensure we have enough food packages on hand, please sign up no later than Tuesday, Nov. 15.

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CSM Welcomes Sixth President Dr. Yolanda WilsonCSM WELCOMES SIXTH PRESIDENT DR. YOLANDA WILSON

We’re excited to announce that the college’s Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Yolanda Wilson as CSM’s sixth president! A native of Prince George’s County, Wilson is CSM’s first Black president and will begin her presidency on Jan. 1, 2023. Join us in welcoming Dr. Wilson to the CSM community!

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HAPPENING THIS WEEK

CSM TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS WEBINARS

Explore the wealth of scholarship opportunities available to you as you transfer to a four-year institution with Transfer Scholarships Webinars! Register now for the webinar on Nov. 15.

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HBCU VIRTUAL TRANSFER FAIR

Don’t miss CSM’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Virtual Transfer Fair on Nov. 16! Speak to representatives from HBCUs across the country, get your questions answered, and map out your pathway to your bachelor’s degree and beyond!

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TRANSFER THURSDAY

Connect directly with our transfer partners and get answers, straight from the source! Learn more and register for the Nov. 17 session.

 

WARD VIRTS CONCERT SERIES: BRIAN GANZ

On Nov. 20, CSM welcomes pianist Brian Ganz for the Ward Virts Concert Series.

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ahs_rentlogo.pngCSM THEATER PRESENTS: RENT

Catch CSM Theater’s fall production of Jonathan Larson’s RENT, with performances Nov. 18-20. Set in the East Village of New York City, RENT is about falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today.
Content warning: strong language and mature themes.

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NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS

Happy ThanksgivingCOLLEGE CLOSED NOV. 23-27 FOR THANKSGIVING

Happy Thanksgiving! The college will close Wednesday, Nov. 23 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen on Monday, Nov. 28.

REAL STUDENTS. REAL STORIES.

brandon-russell.pngThis week, hear from Brandon Russell, who graduated in 2008 with his associate degree in English:

"The experiences I had and the people I met at CSM have stayed with me."

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STUDENT RESOURCES

CSM COLLEGE SURVIVAL GUIDE

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. 

NOT SURE YOU CAN AFFORD GROCERIES? It’s hard to focus on your studies and your goals when you’re not sure where your next meal is coming from. CSM’s Hawk Pantry and Hawk Feeder micro-pantries are available on the La Plata, Leonardtown, Regional Hughesville, and Prince Frederick Campuses for students experiencing food insecurity.

Hawk Feeders are drop-by micro-pantries that are always available while the college is open.

Any current CSM student or employee in need can come to any of our three Hawk Pantry locations and receive up to 30 pounds of food per week, at zero cost and with complete confidentiality. Holiday food items will also be available during the months of November and December.

Whether you’re looking for an on- or off-campus job, a paid internship, or a potential career path, College Central Network (formerly Job Connection) is the go-to career posting site for CSM students and alumni.

You can upload your current resume or use College Central Network’s template to create a resume and begin the search for the position that’s right for you. It also includes a video and print library on topics related to getting and keeping the job, such as salary negotiations, attending job and career fairs, and more!

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

PIZZA BY THE SLICE AT LA PLATA CAMPUS

Come grab a slice of pizza and drink in the CSM Cafe, located in the BI Building on the La Plata Campus, open 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

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REGISTER NOW FOR WINTER SESSION

Maintain your academic momentum from the fall by picking up an additional class during CSM’s Winter 2023 Session. Register now and complete a full college course in just three weeks. Classes begin Dec. 21!

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Oct
14
Fall Festival
11:30 AM
All Campuses
Oct
14
Pizza and Ice Cream
11:30 AM
Prince Frederick Campus, PFA Atrium, Front Lawn
Oct
14
Fantasy World Entertainment: Street Signs
11:30 AM
La Plata Campus, Campus Center (CC) Building, Lobby/Room 100
Oct
15
Blockbuster and Bites: Spooky Edition
11:00 AM
Prince Frederick Campus, John E. Harms Academic Center (Building A), Student Lounge
Oct
15
Fantasy World Entertainment: Street Signs
11:30 AM
Prince Frederick Campus, PFA, Room 119
Oct
15
Pizza and Ice Cream
11:30 AM
La Plata Campus, AD Courtyard
Oct
15
Pizza and Ice Cream
11:30 AM
Leonardtown Campus - Location TBD
Oct
16
About Face Entertainment Caricature
11:30 AM
Prince Frederick Campus, PFA, Front Lawn
Oct
16
About Face Entertainment Caricature
11:30 AM
Leonardtown Campus, Location TBD
Oct
16
Fantasy World Entertainment: Street Signs
11:30 AM
Regional Hughesville Campus , HS Lobby
Oct
17
About Face Entertainment Caricature
11:30 AM
La Plata Campus, AD Courtyard
Oct
17
Fantasy World Entertainment: Street Signs
11:30 AM
Leonardtown Campus, Location TBD
Oct
17
Pizza and Ice Cream
11:30 AM
Regional Hughesville Campus , HS Lobby
Oct
22
S'more Scares
6:00 PM
James C. Mitchell Student Resource Center (SR Building), Lawn
Oct
23
Pumpkin Painting
1:00 PM
Leonardtown Campus, Building C, Lobby
Nov
4
Adulting 101
La Plata Campus, Campus Center (CC) Building, Lobby
Nov
4
Nov
5
October 4 - November 5, Food Drive: Basket of Blessings
9:00 AM
Prince Frederick Campus, John E. Harms Academic Center (Building A), Atrium
Nov
12
Heartfelt Thanks: Nursing Student Appreciation
10:00 AM
Prince Frederick Campus, John E. Harms Academic Center (Building A), Room 119
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