Feb. 20: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Spring 1 (Jan. 17 - March 6)Be sure to submit your 2023-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline on March 1! This will offer you the best opportunity for scholarships and other financial aid available to you, including the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship. Don’t forget to include CSM’s federal school code: 002064.
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CSM students who intend to transfer to the University of Maryland (UMD) for the fall can take advantage of UMD’s early action for priority consideration for merit-based scholarships, special programs, and more! The early action deadline for transfer students is March 1. To learn more, speak to an advisor!
Don't miss out on an incredible transfer scholarship opportunity! March 1 is the deadline to apply for the University of Maryland (UMD) Frederick Douglass Scholarship for academically talented transfer students from Maryland community colleges. Apply today!
“I love CSM because it has given me a community and an education I can continue to grow with. It has allowed me to continue my dreams and pursue my educational goals while also becoming involved with my peers.” —Brianna G.
“The staff is friendly, and CSM is very flexible with my schedule.” —Darius F.
"I love CSM because I have found people that genuinely care for me and my education. In your professors, staff, and classmates, you can find people with similar values and goals to you, and that is priceless." —Thanya G. V.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for events, contests, discounts on CSM gear, and more! Hear what the college community loves about CSM, and join the conversation with the hashtag #CSMLove or email marketing@csmd.edu with a quote, photo, or video of what you love about the college.
Join photographer and CSM graduate Kaitlin Jencso on Feb. 21 for a discussion of her new exhibition, "Moored," on display at the Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery at the La Plata Campus until March 3.
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Join this free online Student Lingo workshop on Feb. 23 and get answers to the most common questions about the financial aspect of a college education, plus enter to win a $500 scholarship!
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It’s FAFSA February! Join CSM for hands-on assistance completing the 2023-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This workshop is open to everyone and isn’t limited to current or incoming CSM students and their parents.
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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 Feb. 23 session.
Continue your education beyond your associate degree and study close to home with transfer opportunities from CSM and the University of Maryland at Southern Maryland (USMSM). Join us for the USMSM Open House, happening Feb. 24 and 25, and discover your pathway to a rewarding career.
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Join CSM on Feb. 26 for the latest installment of the Ward Virts Concert Series, featuring the Alexandria Vocal Artists.
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by Paula Vogel
CSM Theater presents its spring production of HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE March 3-5. A wildly funny, surprising, and devastating tale of survival as seen through the lens of a troubling relationship between a young girl and an older man, HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE is the story of a woman who learns the rules of the road and life from behind the wheel.
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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 March 2 session.
This week, hear from CSM alum Collin Felix from the Class of 2022:
"My wife Jenna was my inspiration to attend CSM. She graduated from the nursing program in 2021 and now works as an emergency room nurse, and CSM helped her accomplish that goal."
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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.
NEED HELP REGISTERING FOR CLASSES? Talk to an advisor! Spring 2 (March 20 – May 5) starts right after Spring Break, so if you need to meet with an advisor, sooner is better! Reach out now and your academic advisor will help you map out and navigate the next step in your educational journey.
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!
Every year at this time, students across the nation take part in the Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE). Your input will help us understand your college experiences so that we can better serve our students. Check your CSM email account on Feb. 15 for a message entitled “CSM Wants Your Input!” To show our appreciation, students who complete the survey by March 10 will be entered in a drawing to win one of two pairs of Apple AirPods.
In the spirit of CSMLove, the CSM College Store is offering 25% off CSM Proud items and 50% off CSM Hawks Heart merchandise at the La Plata Campus and online, all month long! Gear up, take a pic, and share it with us on social with the hashtag #CSMLove.
SIGN UP FOR PUBLIC BENEFITSCSM has teamed up with nonprofit Benefits Data Trust to support our students in applying for public benefits. These funds can be used to pay for groceries, utilities assistance, and more!
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