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Important Dates
- Sept. 1: College closed for Labor Day
- Sept. 2: Classes begin for Fall 15-Week Term and 7-Week Term I
- Oct. 8: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Fall 7-Week Term I
9-1 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter
Announcements
Return of the Hawks
We’re excited to welcome our newest CSM Hawks to campus for the fall semester, and to our returning students, welcome back! Celebrate the start of fall classes with Return of the Hawks Sept. 2 and 3. Drop by Student Life’s tables on your way to or from class for some tasty treats, or take a moment to sit and connect with fellow Hawks at the new Chat Benches! Located on all four campuses, these yellow benches provide a comfortable setting to start a conversation or meet someone new.
Chat Bench Locations
- La Plata Campus, Administration (AD) Building Courtyard
- Leonardtown Campus, Courtyard between Building A and Building B
- Prince Frederick Campus, Building B Courtyard
- Regional Hughesville Campus, Center for Health Sciences (HS Building) Courtyard
Lead, Serve, and Build Your Resume as a Student Ambassador
Apply now for the CSM Ambassador Program and become a leader in the college community. Guide fellow students, represent the college at events, contribute to CSM initiatives, and more. Participants also receive a $500 scholarship. Leadership starts with you!
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Meet the Tutors: Math and Writing Centers Open House
Drop by the Math and Writing Center at a La Plata, Leonardtown, or Prince Frederick campus Sept. 2 or 4! Connect with the incredible tutors who’ll help you excel this semester and beyond. Get all your questions answered and discover all the tutoring and learning support services available to you—absolutely free!
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One Maryland, One Book Discussion Series: ‘Kin: Rooted in Hope’
This semester, CSM is hosting discussions of One Maryland, One Book selection "Kin: Rooted in Hope" by Carole Boston Weatherford. Each discussion will focus on a different section of the book, so feel free to attend when you can!
- Sept. 25: Book Discussion, p. 1 – 49
- Oct. 8: Book Reading, Panel Discussion, and Talk by the Author
- Oct. 9: Book Discussion, p. 50 – 100
- Oct. 23: Book Discussion, p. 101 – 145
- Nov. 6: Book Discussion and Wrap Party, p. 146 – End
Hungry?
View the dining, snacking, and beverage offerings, including the CSM Café and Smart Bistro! 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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Upcoming Athletics Events
Check out the calendar for CSM Athletics
Check out the calendar for CSM Athletics and come out to cheer your Hawks on to victory at their next home games!
Sept. 5: Men’s Soccer vs. Virginia Peninsula Community College
Sept. 12: Women’s Volleyball vs. Carroll Community College
Sept. 14: Women’s Soccer vs. Monroe University New Rochelle
ATHLETICS CALENDAR
Happening This Week
Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series: Karen Janowsky
The Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series is a monthly workshop where local writers join us to discuss their creative processes. On Sept. 2, we’re joined by author and CSM Literature Professor Karen Janowsky.
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Next Week’s Events
Hawkland Gaming Festival
Join fellow board game geeks and dice goblins from all across Southern Maryland at the third annual Hawkland Gaming Festival on Sept. 13, and let’s celebrate our love of tabletop and board games! Featuring a huge game library, paint-and-take miniatures, events, game demos, open gaming, vendors, and more, all proceeds from Hawkland badge sales will support student scholarships. Come out, roll the clickety-clackety math rocks, and support student success at CSM!
LEARN MOREBenny C. Morgan Concert Series: The Borisevich Duo
On Sept. 13, the internationally acclaimed Borisevich Duo graces the stage with an incredible violin and piano performance for the Benny C. Morgan Concert Series. This event is free and open to the public.
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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 csmd.edu/transferthursdays.
Sept. 11: Carolina Coastal University, Arizona State University Online
Real Students, Real Stories
This week, HawkTalk features CSM grad John Jones ‘13:
“I’ve done a lot of things, I’ve been a lot of places, and none of it would have been possible if I hadn’t restarted my education at CSM. CSM enabled me to progress financially and improve my family’s financial status. I’m married, with two kids, and we just bought our first house. All the things I’ve been able to do and accomplish—they all started traveling down Mitchell Road.”
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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.
The start of the semester can be a hectic and even stressful time, and it’s okay if you’re not feeling okay. Whatever’s affecting you, free counseling services are available to accompany and support you in a wide range of emotional and mental health areas, including anxiety, grief, depression, and more.
Find Your Next Opportunity on 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
Fall Semester 2025 Checklist
Classes start Tuesday, Sept. 2, for Fall 15-Week Term and 7-Week Term I! Here are some quick tips and reminders to help you start the semester feeling confident and prepared.
✅Rent or buy your textbooks and course materials online from the CSM College Store and pick up in store or have your books shipped to you. Books can also be bought in person at the La Plata location.
✅Get your CSM Student ID card made on campus or online.
✅Check your classes’ course shells in myLearning and peruse the syllabus. Course shells for your classes open seven days before the first day of class.
✅Download the CSM Mobile and CSM Safe apps and stay plugged in to what’s going on at campus and in the CSM community.
✅Fine-tune your schedule during the add/drop period. (Meet with an advisor first to make sure it won’t negatively impact your financial aid or veteran benefits!)