Sept. 5: Classes begin for Fall 1 and Fall 3
9-4 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter
IMPORTANT DATES
Sept. 5: Classes begin for Fall 1 and Fall 3
ANNOUNCEMENTS
RETURN OF THE HAWKS
We’re excited to welcome our newest CSM Hawks to campus for the Fall 2023 Semester, and to our returning students, welcome back! Celebrate the start of fall classes with Return of the Hawks Sept. 5 - 7. Stop by our tables on campus for snacks, games, and giveaways, and showcase your talent with virtual karaoke!
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LET’S FOCUS ON OUR FUTURE TOGETHER: CSM STRATEGIC FOCUS GROUPS
Participate in a CSM strategic planning focus group on Sept. 13 or 14 and share your views on the college’s direction for the next few years. We want to hear your thoughts on student success and engagement; community partnerships; campus communication; and what an ideal campus environment would look like. All participants will receive a free CSM t-shirt! Space is limited so RSVP today.
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STUDENT LAPTOP LOANER PROGRAM
Know someone in need of a laptop to keep up with classwork for the upcoming semester? Registered CSM students are eligible to check out a student loaner laptop each semester. Email the Help Desk with your request and include your CSM student ID number and full name.
SAVE A LIFE, STOP THE BLEED
In an emergency, no matter how quickly first responders arrive, bystanders will always be first on the scene. An injured person can succumb to blood loss in a matter of minutes, and you may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. “Stop the Bleed” kits are located next to the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) cabinets in all college buildings and are marked on the interactive campus maps.
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FALL 2023 FOOD SERVICE OPTIONS
- Local food trucks will visit the La Plata, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick, and Regional Hughesville Campuses.
- CSM is partnering with vendors to offer $8 and $10 value meal deals, in addition to regular menu items.
- We're expanding the healthy options available in our vending machines at all CSM locations.
GET YOUR LEONARDTOWN WELLNESS AND AQUATICS PASS
Current CSM students can use the Wellness and Aquatics Center at the Leonardtown Campus for free! Fill out a short form to verify your student status and request your pass.
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UPCOMING ATHLETICS EVENTS
UPCOMING ATHLETICS EVENTS
Check out the calendar for CSM Athletics and come out to cheer your Hawks on to victory!
Sept. 7: Men’s Soccer – Northern Virginia Community College
Sept. 9: Women’s and Men’s Soccer, Women’s Volleyball – West Virginia University Potomac State College
Sept. 10: Women’s Volleyball – Garrett College
Sept. 14: Women’s and Men’s Soccer vs. Hagerstown Community College; Women’s Volleyball vs. Community College of Beaver County
ATHLETICS CALENDAR
TRANSFER SERVICES NEWS
TRANSFER THURSDAYS
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 www.csmd.edu/TransferThursdays.
This week, Sept. 7: Southern New Hampshire University, Coastal Carolina University
Next week, Sept. 14: Delaware State University, Mount St. Mary's University Division of Continuing Studies
TRANSFER 101 WORKSHOPS AND WEBINARS
Do you want to transfer to continue your studies, but don’t know where to start? Join CSM Transfer Services for Transfer 101 to learn the basics of transferring and how to begin your search. Attend virtually on Sept. 5 or in person at the Leonardtown Campus on Sept. 14!
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ON-CAMPUS ADMISSIONS VISITS
Meet on campus with admissions representatives from CSM’s transfer partners! Learn more about the institutions, their programs, and the transfer process. For the week of Sept. 11: Delaware State University, Shenandoah University, Stevenson University Online, University of Maryland Global Campus, Virginia Commonwealth University
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NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS FAIR
The Clubs and Organizations Fair is the perfect way to connect with Hawks who share your interests and to get involved with your campus community! On Sept. 12 - 14, each club and organization will be on campus to share who they are and their mission, and to invite students to attend meetings and events.
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CSM TALONS ROBOTICS TEAM MEETING
CSM students from all majors are invited to join CSM’s internationally ranked Talons robotics team! Our first meeting will be Sept. 15 at 12 p.m.; attend online via Zoom or in person in ST 141 at the La Plata Campus.
For more information, contact Bailey Burroughs or professor James Cleary.
FEED THE FUNNEL FOR 9/11 DAY AT MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
On Sept. 15, join volunteers from CSM, community partners, and the Pack Shack nonprofit organization for Feed the Funnel for 9/11 Day at Morgan State University. We’ll be packing delicious, healthy, and shelf-stable meals that will benefit members of our communities who are experiencing hunger or food insecurity. For more information, contact Student Needs and Outreach Coordinator Jehnell Linkins at jclinkins@csmd.edu.
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REAL STUDENTS, REAL STORIES: TIFFANY BARBER
This week, hear from CSM business student Misava Mongwe:
“There are two things I always treasure about myself, my body and my mind, and I have to take supreme care of both.”
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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.
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 in-person and online tutoring and academic support for whatever you need help with through the Learning Support Services Center. Avoid last-minute cramming and unpleasant surprises during exams by preparing and practicing now!
FIND YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY ON CSM'S COLLEGE CENTRAL NETWORK
Whether you’re looking for an on- or off-campus job, a paid internship, or a potential career path, College Central Network 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
BADGES ON SALE NOW FOR HAWKLAND GAMING FESTIVAL ON SEPT. 23
Join CSM's first-ever Hawkland Gaming Festival taking place Sept. 23 on the La Plata Campus. There will be game designers, paint-and-take miniatures, demos, a gaming library, and other events and activities. Get your badges now and join the fun!
GET BADGES
ORDER COURSE MATERIALS ONLINE FOR SHIPPING OR IN-STORE PICKUP
The textbooks and course materials for your Fall 2023 classes are available to rent or purchase online through the CSM College Store! To see the course materials for your classes, enter the term, course name, and section number.
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STAY CONNECTED WITH THE CSM MOBILE AND CSM SAFE APPS
The CSM Safe app puts emergency and public safety information at your fingertips. Call 911, contact public safety, locate the nearest emergency call box, report an incident, and much more—straight from the app! The CSM Mobile app connects you to your CSM community and helps you keep up with what’s happening on campus. Access campus information on the go, join discussions with your peers, organize your class assignments, and chat with friends.
Download these CSM apps today and check out this handy guide to all the ways they can help you stay connected, safe, and organized.
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