September at CSM: Return of the Hawks

Fall Semester Begins, Hawkland Gaming Festival, Hispanic Heritage Festival, One Maryland One Book Discussion, and More

Fall is here, and the College of Southern Maryland is ready to welcome students back to campus with a month full of exciting events, resources, and celebrations!

Emily Creswick Writer's Process Series: Karen Janowsky (Author)

September 2, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Learning Resource Center (LR Building), Writing Center (Room 211), La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata.

Author Karen Janowsky headlines this month’s Writing Center series, bringing her expertise as both a published writer and an adjunct faculty member in CSM’s School of Liberal Arts. Held on the first Tuesday of every month from 4:30 to 6 p.m., this dynamic series invites students, staff, faculty, and community members to hear from local writers who share their insights into the writing process. www.csmd.edu/calendar/2025/09/writer-process-series-janowsky.html

Fall Semester Begins: Return of the Hawks

September 2 and 3, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Welcome back, Hawks! Stop by the Student Life tables on your way to or from class for snacks, resources, and answers to any questions you may have during your first days of the semester.

• La Plata Campus | Administration (AD) Building, Courtyard
• Leonardtown Campus | Building C, Room 104
• Prince Frederick Campus | John E. Harms Academic Center (Building A), Lobby
• Regional Hughesville Campus | Center for Health Sciences (HS Building), Room 100

Math Resource and Writing Center: Meet the Tutors Open House 

September 4, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Learning Resource Center (LR Building), Writing Center (Room 211/212), La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata.

Come explore the Math Resource and Writing Centers! Learn about tutoring services available on all campuses and meet the tutors who can help you succeed. www.csmd.edu/tutoring 

Hawkland Gaming Festival

September 13, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Center for Business and Industry (BI Building) and Campus Center (CC Building), La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata.

Celebrate Southern Maryland's passion for tabletop gaming while supporting student success at this all-day festival! Badges: $10. Children 12 and under: Free when accompanied by a paying/badge-holding adult. www.csmd.edu/hawkland 

Benny C. Morgan Concert Series: Borisevich Duo

September 13, 2-4 p.m., Building B (Rooms 103/104/105) Prince Frederick Campus at 115 J.W. Williams Rd in Prince Frederick.  

Enjoy a performance by the internationally acclaimed Borisevich Duo, featuring pianist Margarita Loukachkina and violinist Nikita Borisevich. The duo frequently performs across the U.S. and Europe. Free admission. www.csmd.edu/calendar/2025/09/borisevich-duo-9-13-2025.html

Hispanic Heritage Festival

September 25, 1-4 p.m., Student Resource Center (SR Building) Lawn (Rain Location: Campus Center (CC Building), Room 100), La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata

The Hispanic Heritage Festival celebrates Hispanic culture with live performances by CSM’s Ritmo Caché Latin Ensemble and vocalist Norita Reyes,a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Perla Guerrero of the University of Maryland, interactive educational activities with giveaways, and authentic cuisine from Los Compadres. Free event. www.csmd.edu/calendar/2025/09/hispanic-heritage-festival.html

One Maryland, One Book Discussion

September 25, 3-4 p.m., Learning Resource Center (LR Building), La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata and Virtual via Zoom.

Join a co-facilitated discussion of this year’s One Maryland One Book selection, Kin: Rooted in Hope. Sections of the book will be explored during the session. Attend all the events or drop in when you can! www.csmd.edu/community/one-maryland-one-book

Faculty Recital: Stephen Johnson and Friends, Musical Minimalism

September 26, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Hank Willoughby Foundation Center for the Arts (FA Building), La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata.

Dr. Stephen Johnson, professor of music, and colleagues will present an evening of minimalist music, featuring works by Philip Glass, Steve Reich, Erik Satie, Gavin Bryars, and more. Free admission.

www.csmd.edu/calendar/2025/09/faculty-recital-9-26-2025.html