Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter

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calendarImportant Dates

  • Jan. 20: College closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Jan. 21: Classes begin for Spring 15-Week Term and 7-Week Term I
  • Feb. 23: Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Spring 7-Week Term I

Announcements

Happy Holidays!

Return of the Hawks

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Welcome back, Hawks! Start your semester off right with free breakfast and lunch during the Return of the Hawks on Jan. 21 and 22, brought to you by the Student Government Association.
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Now Open: The CSM Café

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CSM is proud to announce the opening of the CSM Café on the La Plata Campus! Open Monday to Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and until 2 p.m. on Fridays, the CSM Café 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!
DIG IN 

 

Hungry?

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View the dining, snacking, and beverage offerings for the week of Jan. 21!
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Upcoming Athletics Events

Athletics Hawks LogoCheck out the calendar for CSM Athletics

Come out and cheer your Hawks on to victory at their next home games!

Jan. 21: Men’s Basketball vs. Chosen 1 Academy
Jan. 25: Men’s Basketball vs. Cecil College
Jan. 29: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Baltimore City Community College
Feb. 1: Women’s and Men’s Basketball vs. Montgomery College 

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Happening This Week

Online myLearning Navigation Session

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Join the Hawk Hub on Jan. 21 to learn how to use the myLearning platform to find important information for your spring courses and support your academic success this semester!
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Next Week’s Events

placeholder_image_300x150.pngInternational Student Orientation Social Event

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International students are invited to the International Student Orientation Social on Jan. 31! Learn more about the regulations and conditions of your F-1 student visa, meet other international students, and enjoy food, games, and more.
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Transfer Services News

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.

Jan. 21: American Public University, La Plata Campus
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Save the Date for the Spring Transfer Fair

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Meet with representatives from a wide variety of Maryland, out-of-state, online, and historically Black colleges and universities at CSM’s Spring 2025 Transfer Fair Feb. 10-11. Get answers to all your transfer questions, including admissions requirements, available majors, scholarship opportunities, transferring credits, campus life, and much more. Discover the transfer opportunities open to you and map out your pathway to your bachelor’s degree and beyond!
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Meet Our Faculty: Dr. William Bassett

Real Stories - Dr. William BassettThis week, HawkTalk features Adjunct Math and Engineering Professor Dr. William Bassett:

"I have 30 years of experience in engineering, applying my knowledge in real-world situations that I use as examples in the classroom. I actively seek out opportunities to explain the 'why' as well as the 'how' to solve problems.”

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Student Resources

Kick Off the Spring Semester with Valuable Student Resources

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We’re pleased to announce some incredible new student support services and resources at the La Plata Campus to help you succeed this semester and beyond.

  • Center for Career Development and Success (AD 101): Explore career possibilities, connect with incredible opportunities, fine-tune your resume, ace interviews, and advance in your professional life.
  • Math Resource and Writing Centers (LR 211 and 212): Meet our tutors, see the new space, and learn how we’ll support your academic success. Plus, stop by any time this week for giveaways and snacks!
  • Multicultural Center (AD 103): Discover how the Multicultural Center supports our diverse student community to help create a sense of belonging.

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. 

WANT TO GET AHEAD OR CATCH UP IN YOUR COURSES? The best time to ask for help with your classes is before you get your grades back! Start the spring semester strong with 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 unpleasant surprises during exams by preparing and practicing now!

Find Your Next Opportunity on College Central Network

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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!

Jan
21
Math Resource and Writing Center Opening
9:00 AM
Jan
21
Return of the Hawks
10:00 AM
Jan
21
Multicultural Center Open House
11:00 AM
Jan
21
Center for Career Development and Success Open House
11:00 AM
Jan
22
Return of the Hawks
10:00 AM
Jan
28
Donut Social
10:00 AM
Jan
28
Pizza Grab and Go
11:00 AM
Jan
29
You Goal Girl
2:30 PM
Jan
30
Donut Social
10:00 AM
Jan
31
F-1 International Student Orientation Social
2:00 PM
Feb
10
Innovation Week
Feb
11
Valentine Blockbuster and Bites
11:00 AM
Feb
11
Valentine's Day Grab and Go
11:00 AM
Feb
12
Lunch and Learn: Pronouns
12:00 PM
Feb
12
Open Mic
2:00 PM
Feb
20
College Night
5:00 PM
Mar
17
St. Patrick's Day Grab and Go
11:00 AM
Mar
18
March Madness
11:00 AM
Mar
26
Cultural Day
11:00 AM
Apr
17
Easter Egg Grab & Go
11:00 AM
Apr
23
Earth Day Picnic and Field Day
11:00 AM
Apr
24
Open House: Virtual
5:00 PM
Apr
29
Open House: Prince Frederick Campus
5:00 PM
Apr
30
Open House: Leonardtown Campus
5:00 PM
May
1
Open House: Regional Hughesville Campus
5:00 PM
May
3
Open House: La Plata Campus
12:00 PM
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