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12-6 Weekly HawkTalk Student e-Newsletter
important dates
Dec. 10: Classes end for Fall 7-Week Session II
Dec. 13: Classes end for Fall 15-Week Session
Dec. 15: Deadline to apply to graduate with diploma only, without participating in the January commencement ceremony
Dec. 20: Classes begin for Winter Session
Jan. 3: College reopens after Winter Break; Last day to withdraw without a grade or change a credit to an audit (or vice versa) for Winter Session
CASTING CALL FOR “ODDMENTS,” SPRING THEATER PRODUCTION
“Oddments” will be holding auditions on Dec. 16 for a spring production! This original play, written and directed by CSM student Sarah Slack and alumna Sydney Mitchell, explores notions of found family, trauma, and healing.
NEW TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES: SALISBURY UNIVERSITY AND ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
If you’re looking ahead to your bachelor’s degree, you now have even more options for continuing your studies! CSM recently finalized new transfer agreements with Salisbury University and Arizona State University (ASU). CSM students who earn their associate degree in human services now have a pathway to complete their bachelor’s in social work at Salisbury. Under the agreement with ASU, CSM students are guaranteed admission into their major of choice, both in person and online. Visit Transfer Services for the full list of more than 220 articulation agreements and search by institution or program of study.
HAPPENING THIS WEEk
WHO ARE YOU? WHERE ARE YOU GOING? HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET THERE?
Are you unsure about yourself, your purpose, and how to make a change? These things can bring about anxiety symptoms and irrational thoughts. In this workshop on Dec. 6, we will discuss how to reclaim yourself, awareness of your positive traits, and how they contribute to your purpose.
CSM TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS WEBINARS
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 Dec. 7.
TRANSFER THURSDAY
Connect directly with our transfer partners and get answers, straight from the source! Learn more and register for the Dec. 9 sessions you're interested in.
SOLID BRASS JAZZ ENSEMBLE CONCERT
CSM’s Jazz Ensemble, Solid Brass, directed by Randall Runyon, is a community jazz band with membership consisting of CSM students, several military band veterans, and members of the community. Join us Dec. 10 for our end-of-season concert.
RITMO CACHÉ LATIN ENSEMBLE CONCERT
On Dec. 11, Ritmo Caché, CSM's Latin Ensemble directed by Dr. Stephen Johnson, performs at the Indian Head Center for the Arts. The concert features several classics of Latin American music in styles such as salsa, bolero, cha-cha-cha, and modern renditions of Latin pop and jazz.
NEXT WEEK'S EVENTS
SOUTHERN MIX BARBERSHOP CHORUS FALL VIRTUAL VARIETY SHOW
On Dec. 13, Southern Mix, CSM’s barbershop chorus under the direction of Paul Douglass, presents its Fall Virtual Variety Show! The concert features traditional barbershop-style staples, as well as small ensemble singing and some contemporary music.
FALL STUDENT HONORS RECITAL
Join us Dec. 15 as we showcase the talent of CSM’s student musicians in our Fall Student Honors Recital. This recital will feature a variety of contemporary popular music and traditional classical pieces for specific instruments.
SPRING THEATER AUDITIONS
Aspiring thespians, join us Dec. 16 and audition for the spring production of “Oddments,” an original play by CSM student Sarah Slack and alumna Sydney Mitchell!
Women and men ages 16 to 30 should be prepared to present a one- to two-minute monologue. Men should also prepare a 10-measure a cappella song excerpt.
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.
Dec. 16: Purdue University Global, University of Maryland Global Campus, York College School of Nursing (Online RN to BSN Program)
Fixing machinery has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Ever since I could walk, I have helped in projects varying from restoring classic cars to maintaining farming equipment on my family’s farm. I’ve always enjoyed the challenge of looking at a broken piece of equipment and reverse-engineering what went wrong to find the best solution.
Majoring in mechanical engineering was a natural progression in my education, and it provides the perfect outlet for my mechanical knowledge and desire for invention. After receiving my associate degree at CSM, I plan to transfer to the University of Maryland, College Park (UMD) to earn my bachelor’s.
My plan is to combine my engineering degree with my bachelor’s degree in ecological technology design to not only produce novel, renewable technologies and energy-efficient vehicles, but to explore efficient methods of implementing them and seamlessly transitioning our current infrastructure. I strive to be an energy solutions innovator."
Beverly Braswell
Current Student
Mechanical engineering
STUDENT RESOURCES
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.
NEED A LAST-MINUTE REFRESHER BEFORE YOUR FINALS? WANT TO GET A HEAD START ON YOUR WINTER OR SPRING CLASSES? Get ready for your exams and finish this semester strong! CSM offers free online tutoring and academic support for whatever you need help with through the Learning Support Services Center. Visit www.csmd.edu/Tutoring to get started.
Student health 101
This online health and wellness magazine is your resource on nutrition, career advice, articles like "The real impact of plastics on humans, animals, and the environment and how you can help," and more. View the current issue now and sign up to receive the Student Health 101 email each month.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
FILE YOUR 2022-23 FAFSA by MARCH 1
File your 2022-23 FAFSA before the March 1 priority deadline for the best chance at scholarships and other aid. Don’t forget, you’ll need to submit a FAFSA for each academic year.