9-29 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter

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calendarImportant Dates

  • 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
  • Oct. 20: Classes end for Fall 7-Week Term I; registration opens for Winter Term
  • Oct. 27: Classes begin for Fall 7-Week Term II

Announcements

FAFSA® is now open for the 2026-27 Academic Year

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Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) for the 2026-27 school year! Remember that you’ll need to submit a new FAFSA® every year to be eligible for financial aid. Don’t risk leaving money on the table. File your 2026-27 FAFSA® as early as possible for the best shot at scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities, including the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship. Don’t wait until the last second: FAFSA® early and FAFSA® often!
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‘Kin: Rooted in Hope’ Author Discussion and Book Signing

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 "Kin: Rooted in Hope" by Carole Boston Weatherford bookcover

What does it mean to be a descendant? How do we engage with the past in the present? Dive deep into these and other profound questions on Oct. 8 with Carole and Jeffery Boston Weatherford, author and illustrator of the One Maryland One Book selection “Kin: Rooted in Hope.” A panel discussion with fellow descendants will explore ancestry, storytelling, and family legacy, followed by a book signing and coffee social.
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Fall and Halloween Fun All Month Long

Fall and Halloween Fun All Month Long

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No tricks, just treats, courtesy of Student Life and CSM’s Campus Associations! Fall Festival returns with games, snacks, caricatures, and much more. Catch Halloween-themed movies at the Haunted Hawk Cinema. Dress to kill for the Spooky Season costume contest. Be sure to check out the Student Life Events Calendar for more events to die for…
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Hungry?

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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 on the La Plata Campus offers a wide variety of delicious, freshly made morning and afternoon meals. Enjoy the rotating menus at the Yolk & Folk, Char House, Heritage Deli, Rustica, Salad Studio, Main Dish, and Soup Bowl stations, with something new to try every day!
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Upcoming Athletics Events

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Check out the calendar for CSM Athletics and come out to cheer your Hawks on to victory at their next home games!
Oct. 1: Men's basketball game vs. Fort Henderson
Oct. 2: Women’s Volleyball vs. Hagerstown Community College
Oct. 9: Women’s Volleyball vs. Carroll Community College
Oct. 11: Women’s and Men’s Soccer vs. Garrett College
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Happening This Week

Flu Shot Clinic!

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The Charles County Health Department will be providing free vaccinations at the La Plata Campus on Sept. 30. Check your CSM student email inbox for times and locations.

Next Week’s Events

Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series: Chris Ankney

Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series: Chris Ankney

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The Emily Creswick Writer’s Process Series is a monthly workshop where local writers join us to discuss their creative processes. On Oct. 7, we’re joined by poet Chris Ankney. A tenured professor of English at CSM, Ankney’s works explore the nuances of grief, mental health, allyship, marginalization, and similar themes.
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Calvert County Job and Internship Fair

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Meet with hiring managers for local employers and organizations at the Calvert County Job and Internship Fair on Oct. 8. Dress to impress, bring plenty of copies of your resume, and explore full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities.
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Ward Virts Concert Series: Holly Roadfeldt, Piano

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On Oct. 11, CSM welcomes pianist Holly Roadfeldt for the latest performance in the Ward Virts Concert Series. Her program “North American Narratives” offers a broad, expressive journey through American soundscapes to reflect the complexity and emotional depth of the American musical voice.
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Transfer Services News

Transfer Thursdays

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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.

Oct. 2: Old Dominion University

On-Campus Admissions Visits

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Meet on campus with admissions representatives from CSM’s transfer partners! Learn more about the institutions, their programs, and the transfer process.
Sept. 29: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus
Sept. 30: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, La Plata Campus
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Meet Our Faculty: Dr. Kandace Foreman

Real Stories - Dr. Kandace ForemanThis week, HawkTalk features CSM Business Instructor Dr. Kandace Foreman:

"My desire is that my teaching sparks curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful ways for students to apply their newfound knowledge."

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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.

TRYING TO FIGURE OUT YOUR BENEFITS AND OPTIONS AS A VETERAN OR MILITARY FAMILY MEMBER? CSM is proud to serve those who’ve served. Our Veterans Affairs team can guide you through your college experience, from readjustment to civilian life to getting the most out of the benefits you’ve earned.

Take advantage of the support and resources available at CSM, including Day-One Priority Registration and the Veterans Lounge in the LR Building on the La Plata Campus and the Student Veterans Organization.

In Case You Missed It

Mark Your Calendar: Fall Transfer Fair

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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 Maryland, out-of-state, online, and historically Black colleges and universities 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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CSM Café Hours this Season

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The CSM Café Hours are Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oct
10

Seed Harvesting and Cleanup Workshop

11:00 AM
Oct
10

Haunted Hawk Cinemas

4:30 PM
Oct
13

Fall Festival 2025

11:30 AM
Oct
16

Fall 2025 Blood Drive

9:00 AM
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
27

October 27 – November 14: Prince Frederick Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Oct
28

Spooky Season

11:00 AM
Nov
14

October 27 – November 14: Prince Frederick Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Nov
17

November 17 – December 17: Regional Hughesville Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
Nov
18

Basket of Blessings

11:00 AM
Nov
18

Campus Campout

11:00 AM
Nov
19

Thankful for CSM

11:00 AM
Dec
4

Winter Celebration

10:00 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
Dec
17

November 17 – December 17: Regional Hughesville Clubs and Organization Pop Ups

10:00 AM
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