Important DatesNov. 20: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Fall 15-Week Term
Nov. 26 – 30: College closed for Thanksgiving holiday
Take advantage of Priority Registration and get the classes you want for spring! Priority Registration opens Nov. 3 for the spring semester. Browse the available course sections and start planning your spring schedule!
Classes start this week for Fall 7-Week Term II. Here are some quick tips and reminders to help you start the term feeling confident and prepared.
Discover the rich and complex heritage of the Land of Saints and Scholars! CSM’s Spring Travel Study is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Irish art and literature. Register now and reserve your spot for this once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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View the on-campus dining, snacking, and beverage offerings, including the CSM Café and 24-hour smart vending machines!
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If you’re looking to transfer your credits to a four-year institution to complete your bachelor’s degree, you won’t want to miss CSM’s Fall 2025 Transfer Fair. Meet with representatives from in-state and out-of-state institutions Oct. 27 - 29. And be sure to stop by our Halloween Candy Bar! Fill a bag with your favorite treats while exploring transfer possibilities with participating colleges and universities.
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Whether you know it or not, you play a major role in CSM’s cybersecurity efforts to secure our college and our world. Cyberthreats can be scary, and for good reason. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’ll be sharing tips and tools you can use to protect yourself and the college community from cyberattacks. Check out all these events, resources, and more on our Cybersecurity Awareness Month page!
Cybercriminals like to go phishing, but you don’t have to take the bait. Phishing is when fake emails, social media posts, or direct messages attempt to lure you into visiting a bad link or downloading a malicious attachment, which can compromise your personal information or install malware on your device. But you don’t have to be afraid of your inbox! Once you know what to look for, it’s easy to avoid these scams.
The signs can be subtle, but trust your intuition if something looks fishy (or phishy). Take a few seconds and ensure the message looks legit: Does it contain an offer that’s too good to be true? Does it include language that’s urgent, alarming, or threatening? Is it poorly written, riddled with misspellings and bad grammar? Is the greeting ambiguous or very generic? Does it include requests to send personal information? Does it stress an urgency to click on unfamiliar hyperlinks or an attachment? Is it a strange or abrupt business request? Does the sender’s email address match the company it’s coming from? Look for little misspellings like “pavpal.com” or “anazon.com.”
Uh oh! I see a phishing email. What do I do? Don’t worry, you’ve already done the hard part, which is recognizing that an email is fake and part of a criminal’s phishing expedition. First things first: Whatever the sender wants you to do, don’t do it! Do not click on any links–even an unsubscribe link–or reply to the email. Just use that delete button. If the email came to your CSM student email account, report it to the IT Help Desk (help@csmd.edu) as quickly as possible.
Cybercriminals can phish all they want, but we’re not byte-ing.
Check out the calendar for CSM AthleticsCheck out the calendar for CSM Athletics and come out to cheer your Hawks on to victory at their next home games!
Nov. 2: Men’s Basketball vs. Community Christian College
Nov. 4: Men’s Basketball vs. Washington Adventist University
Nov. 5: Men’s Basketball vs. Gallaudet University
Nov. 6: Women’s Basketball vs. Bryant & Stratton College
Nov. 8: Women’s Basketball vs. Richard Bland College
Drop by the Prince Frederick Patio on Oct. 28 and celebrate Spooky Season! Come dressed to kill and win prizes in the costume contest. It’ll be an event to die for…
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Explore the pathways, partnerships, and transfer and internship opportunities available to you through CSM’s engineering programs at Night of Engineering on Oct. 29.
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There’s a chill in the air, and it’s time to embrace some fall coziness. Relax, connect, and create with autumn-themed crafts and afternoon snacks at Cozy Coping Corner on Oct. 30.
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The Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series is a monthly workshop where local writers discuss their creative processes. On Nov. 4, we welcome zine creator Erica Rosa. Publishing under the moniker Raven Heights Press, Rosa’s eclectic background and varied interests include radio production, podcasting, social work, activism, and photography.
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CSM is proud to welcome acclaimed pianist Ching-Yi Lin. Born in Taiwan, Ching-Yi Lin's swift ascent to prominence has been marked by numerous accolades including top prizes at prestigious competitions and the Howard County Arts Council’s Rising Star Award. He joins us on Nov. 8 as part of his regional tour celebrating 150 years since the birth of French composer Maurice Ravel.
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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 sessions you’re interested in at csmd.edu/transferthursdays.
This week, HawkTalk features CSM grad Destiny Morgan ’15:
"If I had to put a word to who I am today, I would say “driven.” I am a sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserve, and on the civilian side, I have a focus in software engineering and application and web development."
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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! Reach out now and your academic advisor will help you map out and navigate the next step in your educational journey. Sooner is better! Advising services are in high demand in November and December, so don’t delay.
Winter classes are a great opportunity to get ahead in your program, catch up a bit, or earn extra credits for transfer. Classes begin Dec. 18.
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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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Cast your vote for the best cybersecurity poster created by your fellow CSM students in the Cybersecurity Awareness Student Poster Contest. The three finalists will receive CSM scholarships and their designs will be displayed on campus! Winners will be announced on Oct. 30.
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