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
March 4: Classes end for Spring 7-Week Term I
March 11-15: Spring Break (no credit classes)
2-12 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter
IMPORTANT DATES
ANNOUNCEMENTS
HELP US MAKE CSM SAFER FOR EVERYONE
Difficult conversations are the most important ones to have. CSM is participating in the Spring 2024 Campus Climate Survey, an important initiative to address sexual misconduct and relationship violence at the state’s colleges and universities. Your participation will help us keep all students safe. To access the survey, please check your email for an invitation sent on Feb. 7. Complete the survey by Feb. 29 and enter to win a $250 CSM scholarship.
NEW HAWK PANTRY HOURS FOR SPRING
CSM’s Hawk Pantry has expanded its hours for spring to reach more students who need it. Any current student experiencing food insecurity can receive safely stored canned and packaged food items at no cost, at on-campus locations at the La Plata, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick Campuses. Services are completely confidential. Visit the Hawk Pantry webpage or email hawksgethelp@csmd.edu for more information.
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HUNGRY?
View the food truck and vendor schedule on each campus for the week of Feb 12. Food trucks will be on campus 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
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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 at their next home games!
Feb. 14: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Howard Community College
Feb. 16: Men’s Basketball vs. Hagerstown Community College
Feb. 19: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Virginia Peninsula Community College
ATHLETICS CALENDAR
HAPPENING THIS WEEK
LA PLATA CAMPUS PUZZLERAMA: CAN YOU CRACK THE CODE?
Dive into a world of puzzles, riddles, and brain teasers to challenge yourself and unwind at Puzzlerama on Feb. 14, presented by the La Plata Campus Association!
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LEONARDTOWN OPEN MIC: SHOWCASE YOUR TALENTS
Step into the spotlight and share your music, comedy, poetry, and more on Feb. 15 at Student Life’s Open Mic!
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NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR INFORMATION SESSION FOR MILITARY-CONNECTED STUDENTS
Join CSM’s Veterans Affairs team and the Maryland Department of Labor on Feb. 21 for an information session on applying for VA education benefits, employment opportunities, and more.
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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 Feb. 23. Make and take graphic tees, stickers, buttons, and mini puzzles using your own designs or pre-made graphics.
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CSM THEATER PRESENTS: 'BEANSTALK! THE PLAY!' AND 'GOLDILOCKS'
The curtain comes up on CSM Theater’s family-friendly, double-feature production of “Beanstalk! The Play!” and “Goldilocks” with performances Feb. 23-25 and March 1-3. Filled with hilarious characters and more twists than a climbing vine, "Beanstalk! The Play!” follows the adventures of Jack, a young boy with his head in the clouds and his nose in a book of fairy tales. In a comic spin on the classic fairy tale, "Goldilocks" is once again confronted by the Three Bears—and Joe, the Bears' species exchange student.
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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, Feb. 15: American Public University System, University of Maryland Global Campus
Next week, Feb. 22: Stevenson University, Virginia Commonwealth University
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.
Feb. 20: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, La Plata Campus
Feb. 21: Shenandoah University, La Plata Campus
Feb. 22: Shenandoah University, Prince Frederick Campus
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REAL STUDENTS, REAL STORIES: IN THEIR OWN WORDS
This week, HawkTalk showcases Emily Nolen '24, who gave the student keynote address for the School of Science and Health:
“Imagine how much better the world would be if we just sought understanding and compassion as we interacted with others.”
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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.
LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT JOB? CSM Career Services is here to work with you toward your future career, with support and assistance for job seekers. Explore your options, prepare for interviews, have your resume/cover letter reviewed by experts, dress for success with CSM’s Career Closet, and more!
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. 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
MARYLAND EXTENDS DEADLINE FOR STATE FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS
Good news for Maryland students applying for state financial aid opportunities! The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) has extended the state deadline to submit the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to June 1, to be considered for Maryland state scholarships including the Community College Promise Scholarship. MHEC also launched a new webpage to help students learn about the 2024-2025 changes.
STUDENT LAPTOP LOANER PROGRAM
Know someone in need of a laptop to keep up with classwork? 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.
CELEBRATE CSM INGENUITY DURING THE #CSMLOVESINNOVATION CHALLENGE
Passionate and creative students like you keep CSM constantly evolving and improving. During the month of February, we’re celebrating the ingenuity of our campus community with the #CSMLovesInnovation challenge! Send us your selfies or videos showing off innovative spaces at your CSM campus. Please email us at innovation@csmd.edu.
WEEKLY LA PLATA CAMPUS FITNESS CENTER EVENTS
Work out, stay active, and connect to your fellow Hawks with weekly fitness activities at the La Plata Campus Fitness Center! On Tuesdays, jam out and work out with Bikes and Beats or show off your moves (and your aim!) with intramural dodgeball. On Wednesdays, join us for indoor pickleball.
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