March 21: Classes begin for Spring 7-week Session II
Welcome back from Spring Break! Just a reminder, if you’d like to make changes to your class schedule for Spring 7-Week Session II, you can add or drop a course in the first three (3) calendar days of the class. See more academic dates.
This year, Marylanders will vote for governor and dozens of elected officials. The primary election is July 19; the general election is Nov. 8.
If you’d like to vote by mail in either or both elections, be sure to request your mail-in ballot by the relevant deadline. Mail-in voting (also formerly known as “absentee voting”) is open to any and all Maryland registered voters and doesn’t require a reason.
Go to www.csmd.edu/Vote and register to vote, check your registration, find voter education resources, and more.
Connect directly with our transfer partners and get answers, straight from the source! Learn more and register for the March 24 sessions you're interested in.
The CSM Jazz Festival returns from its pandemic-induced hiatus with concerts on March 25 and 26. Friday’s performance showcases the Randy Runyon Project, led by CSM jazz and saxophone instructor Randy Runyon. On Saturday, Solid Brass, CSM’s community jazz ensemble, is joined by guest artist Denis “Denny” DiBlasio, an internationally acclaimed musician, composer, and music educator.
Admission is free for all Arts performances this spring!
MARCH 25
Connect directly with our transfer partners and get answers, straight from the source! Learn more and register for the March 31 sessions you're interested in.
This week, hear from Lynn Williams ’14, a CSM grad who returned to the college as a professor of psychology and clinical placement coordinator:
"Earning my GED in 1990 ignited a passion for learning in me and gave me confidence that I previously lacked. At first, my commitments to my family and my career made pursuing higher education seem unachievable. Completing my associate degree at CSM was gradual and challenging, as I learned to overcome obstacles and create balance in my home, work, and family.
After I completed my associate degree in human services at CSM in 2014, I immediately transferred to what’s now UMGC. I graduated magna cum laude with my bachelor’s degree in just over two years of study, and I knew I wanted to continue furthering my education. In May of 2021, I earned my master’s degree in health psychology, graduating summa cum laude and a candidate for valedictorian of my graduating class. Learning is lifelong, and coming back to CSM as clinical placement coordinator and adjunct psychology professor, I appreciate the opportunity to ignite and cultivate that passion in my own students.
I’m eternally grateful to Dr. Tracy Harris, for his mentorship and encouragement in my academic pursuits. His support was instrumental in achieving my associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. In challenging times, I wanted to give up, but the thought of disappointing him was more difficult to bear than disappointing myself."
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.
WANT TO CATCH UP OR GET AHEAD IN YOUR COURSES? The best time to ask for help with your classes is before you get your grades back! CSM offers free online tutoring and academic support for whatever you need help with through the Learning Support Services Center. Avoid last-minute cramming and those heart-stopping unexpected surprises during exams by preparing and practicing now! Visit www.csmd.edu/Tutoring to get started.
CSM has lifted the indoor mask requirement on all campuses and now uses a mask optional policy.