12-16 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter

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calendarImportant Dates

  • Dec. 17: Classes end for Fall 15-Week Term and 7-Week Term II
  • Dec. 19: Classes begin for Winter Term; last day to drop for full refund
  • Dec. 20: College closes at 3 p.m. for Winter Break
  • Dec. 21-Jan. 1: College closed for Winter Break
  • Jan. 5: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Winter Term
  • Jan. 10: Classes end for Winter Term

Announcements

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays! Winter Break Begins Dec. 21

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Happy holidays to you and yours, from your entire CSM community. However, wherever, and with whomever you’re spending it, we hope your Winter Break is full of joy, warmth, and love.

The college closes Dec. 21 and reopens Jan. 2. HawkTalk will be taking a little break as well, and we’ll return to our regular schedule on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025.

Course Evaluations

Reminder: Submit Your Fall Course Evaluations by Dec. 17

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Make your voice heard and help CSM continue to improve how we serve our students. Course evaluations for fall semester classes close Dec. 17 at 11:59 p.m. The confidential feedback that you provide at the end of each course helps make the college a better place for you and your fellow Hawks. Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences!
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Return Your Borrowed Calculator to the MRC

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If you’ve borrowed a calculator from the Math Resource Center (MRC), please remember to return it before Dec. 18! The MRC will be closed from Dec. 18 to Jan. 20 and will reopen at the beginning of the spring semester.

Hungry?

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Grab something scrumptious on campus this week from one of our visiting food trucks! View the food truck and vendor schedule for the week of Dec. 16
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Happening This Week

Maryland Department of Labor Information Session for Military-Connected Students

Join CSM’s Veterans Affairs team and the Maryland Department of Labor on Dec. 18 for an information session on applying for VA education benefits, employment opportunities, and more.
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Meet Our Faculty: Caitlyn Socrates

Real Stories - Caitlyn SocratesThis week, HawkTalk features Assistant Professor of English Caitlyn Socrates:

"No matter whether you consider yourself a wonderful or terrible writer, there's always a place for you in my classroom! We all have room to grow as writers and critical readers.”

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Student Resources

CSM College Survival Guide

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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. 

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 is available on the La Plata, Leonardtown, Regional Hughesville (by appointment only), and Prince Frederick campuses for students experiencing food insecurity.

Any current CSM student or employee in need can come to any of our four Hawk Pantry locations and receive up to 30 pounds of food per week, at zero cost and with complete confidentiality.

SNAP Benefits

Need Help Signing Up for SNAP Benefits?

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CSM's Student Needs Outreach Office can help eligible students sign up for benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To learn more and to make an appointment, email hawksgethelp@csmd.edu and be sure to include your name, student identification number, and contact information.

Find Your Next Opportunity on College Central Network

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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. 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

Payment Due Date for Spring is Jan. 8, 2025

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Don’t get dropped from your spring classes for nonpayment! Be sure to pay your semester bill or sign up for the CSM Payment Plan on or before Jan. 8, 2025. You can still register for spring classes after Jan. 8, but you will need to make your payment or enroll in CSM's payment plan the same day you register.

Sep
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September 8 – September 26: La Plata Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Sep
8

Hawks on the Hunt

11:00 AM
Sep
9

Arty Party

11:00 AM
Sep
15

Talon Tryouts

11:00 AM
Sep
16

Grab and Go

11:00 AM
Sep
18

Talon Tryouts

11:00 AM
Sep
23

Hawks Against Hazing

1:00 PM
Sep
25

Hispanic Heritage Festival

1:00 PM
Sep
26

September 8 – September 26: La Plata Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Sep
29

September 29 – October 24: Leonardtown Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Oct
10

Haunted Hawk Cinemas

4:30 PM
Oct
17

Haunted Hawk Cinemas

4:30 PM
Oct
24

September 29 – October 24: Leonardtown Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Oct
24

Haunted Hawk Cinemas

4:30 PM
Oct
28

Spooky Season

11:00 AM
Nov
18

Campus Campout

11:00 AM
Nov
19

Thankful for CSM

11:00 AM
Dec
5

Miracle on Mitchell Road

4:30 PM
Dec
8

Jingle Bell Bash

10:00 AM
Dec
11

Santa's Workshop

11:00 AM
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