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10-18 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter
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REGISTER NOW FOR WINTER SESSION
Registration for Winter Session opens today, Oct. 18, for current CSM students. Winter classes are a great opportunity to get ahead in your program, catch up, or earn extra credits for transfer.
TAKE CSM’S COVID-19 student SURVEY
The survey should only take you seven minutes to complete. Students who respond will be entered into a drawing for one of ten $25 CSM College Store gift vouchers.
ROLL CALL FOR CSM VETERANS CLUB!
OCTOBER 21 IS NJCAA DAY
As a member of the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA), CSM joins community colleges around the country in celebrating the 50th NJCAA Day on Oct. 21! NJCAA Day celebrates the history and significance of student athletics, uniting the past, present, and future participants.
Learn more about CSM’s student-athletes, our teams, and our athletic events at www.csmd.edu/Athletics.
REGISTER FOR DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS VIRTUAL CANVAS PAINT PARTY
Student Life and the Global Initiatives Committee will host a virtual canvas painting party on Nov. 2 to celebrate Día de los Muertos! Each participant is mailed a paint party kit with all the materials needed to complete your artwork. Space is limited and on a first come, first served basis, so please register for this event by Oct. 20!
HAPPENING THIS WEEK
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK TRANSFER INFORMATION SESSION
On Oct. 18, come find out the tips and tricks to being successful in transferring to University of Maryland, College Park!
CSM TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS WEBINAR
Explore the wealth of scholarship opportunities available to you as you transfer to a four-year institution with Transfer Scholarships Webinars! Register now for the webinar on Oct. 19.
RETURN OF THE CSM VIRTUAL FALL FESTIVAL
The CSM Fall Festival is going virtual again this year! Join us Oct. 20 for handwriting analysis, an escape room, and a murder mystery to solve!. Be sure to pre-register for the events you’re interested in!
FREE FLU SHOTS AND COVID-19 VACCINES AT LEONARDTOWN
Free flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines will be offered at the Leonardtown Campus on Oct. 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Building C, Room 202. Flu shots are available on a walk-in basis, with no appointment. To receive the COVID-19 vaccine, please register by calling 301- 475-6019 by Oct. 18.
HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES and UNIVERSITIES (HBCU) VIRTUAL TRANSFER FAIR
On Oct. 20, speak to representatives from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) across the country during CSM’s HBCU Virtual Transfer Fair, co-sponsored by the Men of Excellence! See the list of participating schools at www.csmd.edu/TransferFairs.
BIDI BIDI BOM BOM: SELENA’S LEGACY
Join the National Portrait Gallery on Oct. 20 for a conversation about Tejana icon Selena and the power of representation, image, and fashion.
TRANSFER THURSDAYS
Connect directly with our transfer partners and get answers, straight from the source! Learn more and register for the Oct. 21 sessions you're interested in.
Oct. 21: Bowie State University, St. Mary's College of Maryland, Hult International Business School
LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY TRANSFER INFORMATION SESSION
Join us on Oct. 22 to find out the tips and tricks to being successful in transferring to Longwood University!
CYBERSECURITY CAPTURE THE FLAG
If you’re interested in cybersecurity and coding, sign up today to represent Team CSM in our Cybersecurity Capture the Flag Competition on Oct. 23. In this entry-level competition, you’ll compete in teams of four and use hacking tools to solve puzzles and earn points.
NEXT WEEK'S EVENTS
WORKSHOP: MANAGING STRESS AROUND EXAMS, FINALS, AND SPECIAL PROJECTS
Join your peers and mental health professionals on Oct. 29 for this workshop to help you recenter yourself and prepare for what needs to be done before the end of the semester, presented by Student Lingo.
TRANSFER THURSDAY
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 www.csmd.edu/TransferThursdays.
Oct. 28: Southern New Hampshire University, Temple University, Georgetown University (School of Continuing Studies)
THIS WEEK HEAR FROM:Andre CurryAccounting
“Community college has truly been a lifesaver. It has allowed me to pursue skillsets that will help me reach my goals. It is my ambition to pursue a career in the accounting field directly upon graduating. My plan is to use accounting as a steppingstone; eventually, I would love to have my own business.
I can’t express how much the Men of Excellence program has been a benefit to my life and academic career. We have weekly meetings where we speak on a vast array of topics, from our own lives and experiences, to history and current social issues.
There’s a saying: ‘A single conversation with a wise man is worth a month’s study of books.’ I’ve found our meetings to be therapeutic, a means of sharpening the intellect, and a medium to receive different perspectives on topics I perhaps never considered.”
CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH: SMART HOME DEVICES
"Smart” home devices are convenient, but they also present their own set of vulnerabilities. Connecting locks, lights, appliances, and cars to the internet can expose them to hacking, infection by malicious software, and even legal—albeit unscrupulous—data-mining on your activities. Protect yourself with good digital hygiene and habits:
- Only Connect What You Need: Does your toothbrush really need to connect to the wireless network?
- Read the Fine Print: Know what you’re agreeing to by connecting smart devices.
- Someone’s Always Listening: Voice-activated devices are always listening to everything you say.
- Stay Updated: Manufacturers use firmware updates to fix security vulnerabilities. Check for updates regularly.
- Strong, Unique Passwords: The Golden Rule of cybersecurity. Use strong passwords and don’t recycle them.
CSM College Survival Guide
At CSM, no hawk has to fly alone. 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.
TRYING TO FIGURE OUT YOUR BENEFITS AND OPTIONS AS A VETERAN? CSM is proud to serve those who’ve served. Veteran and Military Support can guide you through your college experience, from readjustment to civilian life to getting the most out of the benefits you’ve earned.
Student health 101
This online health and wellness magazine is your resource on nutrition, career advice, articles like "Adulting 101: Master the skills they don’t teach you in school," and more. View the current issue now and sign up to receive the Student Health 101 email each month.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
FAFSA IS NOW OPEN!
You can now submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2022-23 school year! Remember that you’ll need to submit a new FAFSA every year to be eligible for financial aid. File your 2022-23 FAFSA by the March 1, 2022 priority deadline to ensure the greatest possible consideration for scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities, including the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship. Get started at www.fafsa.gov.
APPLY TO GRADUATE
If you’re finishing your program this semester, make sure you apply for graduation! The deadline to participate in the Winter 2022 Commencement Ceremony is Nov. 15, 2021. The deadline to receive your diploma, without participating in the ceremony, is Dec. 15, 2021.