Important Dates
If you’ll complete your program of study this spring, be sure to apply for graduation by April 1! All graduates are invited to participate in the commencement ceremony on May 9, but participation isn’t required.
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Celebrate two decades of keeping Southern Maryland funky at CSM’s 20th Annual JazzFest! Join us April 4 and 5 for incredible performances by local musicians and special guests, including internationally acclaimed saxophonist Eric Marienthal, the Solid Brass ensemble, the Randy Runyon Project, and more.
April 4: The Randy Runyon Project
April 5: Saxophonist Eric Marienthal, Solid Brass Jazz Ensemble, and Charles County Public Schools All County Jazz Band
Join CSM and community organizations from across Southern Maryland for our Day of Service on April 22. Volunteer with dozens of partners for causes that matter to you. Sign up to make a difference and move our Southern Maryland community forward—together.
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The Annual Student Juried Art Exhibition returns, showcasing artwork by current CSM students in a variety of media, including painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, and graphic design. The exhibition is on display until May 2 at the Tony Hungerford Art Gallery on the La Plata Campus.
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View the dining, snacking, and beverage offerings—including the menu for the newly opened CSM Café—for the week of March 31!
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Hawk Social
We talk a lot about our college community, and we want to make sure you feel connected to and supported by your fellow Hawks! Meet new people and enjoy food, games, and prizes at the Hawk Social on April 3!
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Spring Fling is back and coming to your campus, April 7 through 10! Enjoy games, food, activities, and more. And best of all, it’s free!
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Award-winning poet, educator, and social advocate Enzo Silon Surin joins us April 9 for an afternoon lunch and talk, followed by a reading, as part of CSM’s Connections Literary Series. A Haitian-born immigrant and Black poet, Enzo’s work examines the intersections of race, identity, and social justice. He is the author of "American Scapegoat," a thought-provoking exploration of societal conflict and identity in America, and "When My Body Was a Clinched Fist," which explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the Black youth experience in America.
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Mark your calendar for the Art of Innovation STEAM Festival on April 12! Bring the whole family for a day of free, fun activities for all ages, including hands-on STEAM activities, games, art exhibits, performances, and tech demonstrations.
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On April 12, CSM welcomes pianist Junweng Liang for the latest installment of the Ward Virts Concert Series. He performed his first solo recital at 13 and has won numerous awards and competitions, starting in his youth in China and throughout the United States and Europe. He serves on the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia while maintaining a very active career as a solo recitalist, collaborative pianist, and chamber musician.
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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.
This week, April 3: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, George Washington University, University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland (Engineering)
Next week, April 3: Excelsior University, University of Maryland Global Campus, York College of Pennsylvania
Meet on campus with admissions representatives from CSM’s transfer partners! Learn more about the institutions, their programs, and the transfer process.
April 2: St. Mary’s College of Maryland, La Plata Campus; Shenandoah University, Prince Frederick Campus
April 10: Shenandoah University, La Plata Campus
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This week, HawkTalk features CSM medical assisting grad Andrea Rucker from the Class of 2023:
"I am a strong, independent, Blasian woman who has pushed herself to become a great role model for her beautiful nieces and handsome nephew. I want to show them that you can do anything you put your mind to, that you can be anything you want to be, and to never be afraid."
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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 REFRESHER BEFORE YOUR EXAMS? The best time to ask for help with your classes is before you get your grades back! CSM offers free in-person and online tutoring and academic support for whatever you need help with through the Learning Support Services Center. Avoid last-minute cramming and those heart-stopping unexpected surprises during exams by preparing and practicing now!
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!
Help members of our community discover what CSM has to offer! We’re looking for volunteers for a new video to showcase the college’s educational pathways, career training, and Work-Based Learning. Be part of campus scenes as background talent or provide voiceovers and narration as a voice actor.
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