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Take advantage of Priority Registration and get the class schedule you want for fall! Register for your fall classes based on the number of credits you’ve completed:
Cybersecurity students, earn your Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst I certification at no cost! This industry-recognized training credential complements your current program of study and prepares you for entry-level SOC roles.
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View the on-campus dining, snacking, and beverage offerings, including the 24-hour smart vending machines and the CSM Café on the La Plata Campus!
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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!
April 17: Softball vs. Bryant & Stratton College
April 18: Softball vs. Frederick Community College
April 21: Baseball vs. Community College of Baltimore County Catonsville
April 25: Baseball vs. Cecil College
ATHLETICS CALENDAR
The answers you get from an AI chatbot are only as good as the questions you ask. On April 13, join us as we construct AI prompts designed to result in misleading or incorrect output. Once we figure out ways to make the chatbot hallucinate, we’ll brainstorm ways to identify, address, and prepare for different levels of hallucination.
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Ground yourself before you head into finals at the Sunshine Soiree on April 15! Decorate a flowerpot, take a packet of seeds, and grow together with your new, flowery friend.
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“Credit where credit is due” isn’t just a good rule to live by—it’s also critical for academic writing. Join us April 15 for a crash course on properly citing sources using APA Style.
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Join us on April 16 for a laid-back night of entertainment, laughter, and good vibes! Grab your friends and settle in for a featured film on the big screen. Enjoy free popcorn, snacks, and a chance to unwind from the stress of classes while connecting with fellow students. Whether you’re here for the movie or just the atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to relax, recharge, and make some great campus memories.
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Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine bring everyone’s favorite storybook characters together in CSM Theater’s spring production of the Tony Award-winning musical “Into the Woods.” This timeless, modern classic will take you on a journey through the unintended consequences of achieving that “happily ever after,” with showtimes April 17 to 19.
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Step into your flow state and unwind in the open air. Reset, recharge, and reconnect with a refreshing yoga session on April 22. All levels welcome! Let’s breathe, stretch, and flow together.
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Good grammar isn’t just about following a bunch of rules; it’s about ensuring that your message is communicated clearly to your reader. On April 22, join CSM professors for a 30-minute workshop on common grammatical mistakes and how to fix them.
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Warm up the projector and the popcorn! Unwind, grab a bite to eat, and catch a movie on April 23, with screenings all day long.
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Celebrate Earth Day with activities focused on sustainability, recycling, and environmental awareness on April 23. Learn simple ways to support the planet, pick up eco-friendly giveaways, and engage with ways you can “protect this nest.”
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The Annual CSM JazzFest returns April 24 and 25, with incredible performances by local musicians and guest artists. This year, CSM’s Solid Brass ensemble is joined by special guest Greg Boyer, best known for his work with George Clinton’s Parliament Funkadelic.
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
April 16: Geneva College, University of Maryland Global Campus
April 23: Geneva College
Meet on campus with admissions representatives from CSM’s transfer partners! Learn more about the institutions, their programs, and the transfer process.
April 13: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus; Washington University of Science and Technology, La Plata Campus
April 14: Chestnut Hill College, Leonardtown Campus; Hood College, La Plata Campus
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This week, HawkTalk features Associate Professor of Business Chris Ripley:
“In every class, I want to leave students with two or three big ideas to carry through life. I hope to create a natural curiosity about the world they will carry with them after our class is over.”
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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 A QUIET, PRIVATE SPACE TO PUMP? Lactation areas on the La Plata, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick, and Regional Hughesville Campuses offer private, clean, and calm places for pumping or nursing.
CSM’s Scholarship Finder is open for the 2026-27 academic year. Apply for more than 200 CSM scholarships with just one application. (Don’t forget to submit your 2026-27 FAFSA if you haven’t already!)
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