Feb. 20: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Spring 7-Week Term I
1-22 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter
IMPORTANT DATES
ANNOUNCEMENTS
STEM STUDENTS, GET UP TO $6,000 A YEAR WITH S-STEM SCHOLARSHIPS
Future STEM professionals can receive up to $6,000 a year to pay for college through CSM’s NSF S-STEM Scholarships, funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation. The S-STEM program is now open to students taking seven (7) or more credits! Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; don’t wait, apply today!
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TAKE A TOUR OF THE CSM MOBILE 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 CSM Mobile today and check out this handy guide to all the ways it can help you stay connected and organized.
GET THE CSM MOBILE APP
ARE YOU CSMREADY? GET THE CSM SAFE APP!
The first and most vital step in keeping yourself and your community safe is knowing what to do in a crisis. 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! Download it today from your favorite app store and stay CSM Safe!
GET THE CSM SAFE APP
EARN WHILE YOU LEARN WITH WORK-BASED LEARNING
Are you looking to gain practical work experience in your field of study? Consider Work-Based Learning! WBL provides you with a hands-on opportunity to practice the skills that you have learned in the classroom in a professional setting. These are employer-paid positions that help you gain valuable work experience, develop skills that enhance your employability, and grow your professional resume.
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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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HUNGRY?
Food trucks are back on campus for the Spring 2024 Semester! Check out food truck and vendor schedule on each campus for the week of Jan. 22.
VIEW SCHEDULE
UPCOMING ATHLETICS EVENTS
UPCOMING ATHLETICS EVENTS
Check out the calendar for CSM Athletics and come out to cheer your Hawks on to victory at their next home games!
Jan. 24: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Chesapeake College
Jan. 26: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Community College of Beaver County
Jan. 31: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Anne Arundel Community College
Feb. 3: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Westmoreland Community College
ATHLETICS CALENDAR
HAPPENING THIS WEEK
MAKE AND CREATE AT MIDDAY MAKERS
Experience the Makerspace’s state-of-the-art equipment and tools for yourself at the Velocity Center’s monthly open lab on Jan. 26. Make and take graphic tees, stickers, buttons, and mini puzzles using your own designs or pre-made graphics.
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THE BIG CONVERSATION COMMUNITY FORUM: THE RACIAL WEALTH GAP
On Jan. 28, the Big Conversation Partners in Dismantling Racism and Privilege presents its annual community forum, “The Racial Wealth Gap: Rooted in Land and Home Ownership.” Join experts and community members as we discuss the wealth gap, its historical roots, and its effects on the health of our nation and our communities.
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NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS
CONNECTIONS LITERARY SERIES: AUTHOR CAITLYN HUNTER
Join CSM on Feb. 2 for the latest installment of the Connections Literary Series. Author and CSM English instructor Caitlyn Hunter will discuss myth, history, and growing up in Southern Maryland, and will read excerpts from her book, “Power in the Tongue,” a hybrid memoir that reimagines stories about her family in the vein of Black folktales.
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CSM FACULTY STRING RECITAL
On Feb. 3, CSM music instructors Dr. Emily Doveala (cello) and Dr. Paul Bagley (violin and viola) showcase their mastery of their craft in the CSM Faculty String Recital.
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TRANSFER SERVICES NEWS
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.
Jan. 22: St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Jan. 29: University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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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, Jan. 25: Salisbury University (Social Work)
Next week, Feb. 1: Johns Hopkins Hospital Schools of Medical Imaging
MEET OUR FACULTY: KRISTA KEYES
In this week’s featured story, hear from English professor Krista Keyes:
“I aim to provide a positive, equitable learning experience for all of my students.”
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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 (formerly Job Connection) is the go-to career posting site for CSM students and alumni.
You can upload your current resume or create one using a template and start searching for the position that’s right for you. There’s also 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
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.
GET YOUR PASS
SIGN UP FOR A FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR THE LA PLATA CAMPUS FITNESS CENTER
The Fitness Center in the Physical Education Center (PE Building) on the La Plata Campus is open to current CSM students and employees with a free membership! Visit the Fitness Center webpage to learn more and to sign up.
BECOME A MEMBER
UNLOCK CREATIVE OPPORTUNITIES WITH MAKERSPACE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Makerspace at the CSM Velocity Center is thrilled to offer first-come, first-served scholarships that can be applied to all workshops. This is your chance to dive into creative ventures, like puzzle-making, 3D printing, and HTML and CSS coding.
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APPLY FOR CSM’S MILLER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
The Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. Leadership Academy fosters the development of ethical, responsible, and civic-minded student leaders through education, empowerment, and a commitment to service. Upon completion, participants will receive a CSM Scholarship, a CSM Certificate of Completion, and will be eligible to apply for the Maryland Community College Statewide Leadership Certification.
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FAFSA PRIORITY DEADLINE IS MARCH 1
Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2024-25 school year! You’ll need to file a new FAFSA every year to be eligible for financial aid. File your 2024-25 FAFSA by the March 1 priority deadline to ensure the greatest possible consideration for scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities. Get started at the Federal Student Aid website.
GET YOUR BEARINGS WITH CAMPUS MAPS
Find your classes and other important places on campus with interactive or printable maps of CSM locations. (Maps are also available in the app, so download CSM Mobile and have all the campus information you need, right at your fingertips!)
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