Important DatesNov. 26 – 30: College closed for Thanksgiving holiday
Join CSM’s Student Needs and Outreach team at our upcoming pop-up events Nov. 17 to 20. Warm up with cookies and hot cocoa; explore invaluable community and college resources available to support you; select food items from the Hawk pantry; and more.
If you’ll complete your program of study this fall, remember to apply to graduate! The deadline to apply for graduation is Dec. 1. All graduates are invited to walk in the 67th Commencement Ceremony in May, but participation is not required. All diplomas will be mailed directly to students in January.
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As we approach the season of gratitude, let’s come together to support those in need within our community for the Basket of Blessings initiative. Sponsor a family and ensure they enjoy a warm and joyful Thanksgiving meal!
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View the on-campus dining, snacking, and beverage offerings, including the CSM Café and 24-hour smart vending machines!
The CSM Café offers a wide variety of delicious, freshly made morning and afternoon meals. Enjoy the menus at the Yolk & Folk, Char House, Heritage Deli, Rustica, Salad Studio, Main Dish, and Soup Bowl stations!
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On Nov. 18, camp out around the fire with friends while roasting s'mores, making your own jewelry, and enjoying camp-style games!
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Join the La Plata Campus Association on Nov. 19 as we show our appreciation for our incredible college community. Connect with your fellow Hawks and enjoy pie-eating contests, festive foods, and arts and crafts!
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Join CSM and the Maryland Department of Labor on Nov. 19 for an information session on applying for military education benefits, employment opportunities, and more.
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Virtual journaling has been proven to be a powerful tool for managing stress and processing emotions. It also can be a lot of fun! On Nov. 21, learn more about this positive mental health practice and journal with us in real time.
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Agatha Christie’s ‘Witness for the Prosecution’Courtroom drama takes center stage in Agatha Christie’s acclaimed play, “Witness for the Prosecution.” Leonard Vole stands accused of murdering a rich widow. The stakes are high with shocking witness testimony, impassioned outbursts from the dock, and a young man’s fight to escape his fate. With performances Nov. 21 – 23, this suspenseful thriller will keep you guessing until the very end.
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Transfer 101 WorkshopDo you want to transfer to continue your studies, but don’t know where to start? Join CSM Transfer Services on Nov. 17 for an interactive workshop on how to plan a smooth, successful transfer. Learn more about transferring credits, articulation agreements, pre-transfer programs, scholarship opportunities, and choosing the right four-year school for you.
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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.
Nov. 20: University of Maryland Global Campus, West Virginia University
Meet on campus with admissions representatives from CSM’s transfer partners! Learn more about the institutions, their programs, and the transfer process.
Nov. 18: Trinity Washington University, La Plata Campus
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This week, HawkTalk features the Hon. Andrea Watkins from CSM’s Class of 1981:
“Whether it’s a new job or going to college, what seems difficult and daunting at first usually gets better with time, patience, and perseverance.”
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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 all four campuses for students experiencing food insecurity.
Any current CSM student or employee in need can receive up to 30 pounds of food per week, at zero cost and with complete confidentiality.
Congrats to the Winners of the 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Poster Contest. The place-winners are as follows:
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