IMPORTANT DATES
April 24 - 27: Priority Registration opens for Fall 2023 Sessions
May 5: Classes end for Spring 2 (March 20 – May 5)
May 8: Classes end for Spring 3 (Jan. 17 – May 8)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
POPCORN AND PRETZELS WITH THE PRESIDENT
Take a break between classes to grab a snack and chat with CSM President Dr. Yolanda Wilson with Popcorn and Pretzels events this week!
- April 17, 1-2 p.m.: La Plata Campus, BI Building, Room 104
- April 18, 2-3 p.m.: Leonardtown Campus, Building C, Room 113
- April 19, 1-2 p.m.: Regional Hughesville Campus, HS Building, Room 106A/B
SOCIAL JUSTICE WEEK EVENTS APRIL 17 - 20
CSM’s annual Social Justice Week returns this week, with events at the La Plata, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick Campuses. This year’s theme is “Living Truth: LGBTQ+ Identity in Southern Maryland.” Please note, some events require advance registration; be sure to check the calendar event entry for details!
- April 17: Love Rocks rock painting and cookies
- April 18: Queer Communities in Movies: “Pride” film viewing and discussion; book discussion of “The Savvy Ally”; Social Justice for the LGBTQ+ Community, Part I and Part II
- April 19: Book discussion: “Leah on the Downbeat”; panel discussion, I See You, Part I: LGBTQ+ Identity and Society and I See You, Part II: LGBTQ+ Interpersonal Relationships – Issues and Possibilities
- April 20: Film discussion: “The Normal Heart”; keynote address, “What a Riot! Collective Histories, Direct Action, and Radical Collaboration” by Dr. Ardel Haefele-Thomas; Societal Impacts on the Mental Health of the LGBTQ+ Community
STUDENT SATISFACTION SURVEY
The college is administering the 2023 Student Satisfaction Survey, and your feedback is vital. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts to help us better serve our students. To show our appreciation, students who complete the survey by April 28 will be entered into a drawing to win one of two pairs of Apple AirPods.
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CAREER CLOSET: DRESS FOR SUCCESS
CSM Career Services and E.X.I.T.O. are proud to announce that the Career Closet is officially open! The Career Closet provides students with professional attire for various occasions, including interviews, jobs, internships, graduation, and more. For more information, email careercloset@csmd.edu or visit Career Services.
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HUNGRY?
Grab something scrumptious on campus this week from one of our visiting food trucks! Check your CSM email for a message with the subject “Food Services for April” for menus and the full schedule.
- Monday, April 17: Freshly Made 4 You (La Plata) and Old Tiger Espresso Bar (Leonardtown)
- Tuesday, April 18: Grizzly Mountain Grill (La Plata)
- Wednesday, April 19: Calvert Crabs (La Plata)
- Thursday, April 20: Old Tiger Espresso Bar (Leonardtown) and Freshly Made 4 You (La Plata)
CSM Café, BI Building, La Plata Campus.
Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Choice of cheese or pepperoni pizza: $2.25/slice
- Assorted soft drinks and water: $1.99/bottle
All CSM College Stores carry deli express fresh sandwiches and subs, microwaveable meals, soups and crackers, chips and sweet snacks, and well as a large selection of drinks.
Clarity at CSM, specializing in a full array of coffee drinks and house specialty beverages, is located in the BK Building adjacent to the CSM College Store, La Plata Campus. Hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (subject to change).
HAPPENING THIS WEEK
GALLERY TALK: CSM STUDENT ART SHOW
Join the talented visual artists of CSM’s Student Art Show on April 18 for a gallery talk and reception to discuss their artwork.
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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN BUSINESS: THE STORY BEHIND THE NUMBERS
On April 19, CSM hosts guest speaker Antionette Morton to discuss financial management.
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ART OF INNOVATION STEAM FESTIVAL
Bring the entire family to the Art of Innovation STEAM Festival on April 22! Enjoy free, fun activities for all ages and learn more about the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.
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NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS
GRAB & GO
On April 26, stop by Student Life’s table on the Regional Hughesville Campus on your way to or from class for tasty snacks and fun activities!
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CONNECTIONS LITERARY MAGAZINE READING
Join the contributors to the Spring 2023 Connections Literary Magazine on April 28 as they read and discuss their published works.
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STUDENT HONORS RECITAL
Don’t miss CSM’s talented student musicians at the Student Honors Recital on April 28, featuring solo and chamber performances of contemporary popular and traditional classical music.
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RITMO CACHÉ LATIN ENSEMBLE CONCERT
On April 29, CSM’s Ritmo Caché ensemble presents an evening of both modern and classic Latin American music in styles such as salsa, bolero, and Latin pop and jazz.
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WARD VIRTS CONCERT SERIES: TROMBONIST AUSTIN FAIRLEY
Join CSM on April 30 for the latest installment of the Ward Virts Concert Series as we welcome trombonist Austin Fairley.
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MEET OUR FACULTY: TONY STOUT
This week, hear from the chair of CSM’s Business Department, Tony Stout:
"I don’t like to just repeat the textbook or slides; you can read those. I want to give you some of the “so what?” information that occurs in the real world."
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STUDENT RESOURCES
CSM COLLEGE SURVIVAL GUIDE
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 HELP UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID? Figuring out how to keep college affordable—the kinds of financial assistance available and how to apply, just for starters—can be complicated and confusing. We can help! Check out CSM’s FinancialAidTV for short, easy-to-digest videos on a wide range of topics, including FAFSA, scholarships, 1098-Ts and much more.
FIND YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY ON CSM'S COLLEGE CENTRAL NETWORK
Whether you’re looking for an on- or off-campus job, a paid internship, or a potential career path, College Central Network (formerly Job Connection) is the go-to career posting site for CSM students and alumni.
You can upload your current resume or use College Central Network’s template to create a resume and begin the search for the position that’s right for you. It also includes 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!
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
STUDENT ART SHOW ON DISPLAY APRIL 15 TO MAY 8
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 now through May 8 at the Tony Hungerford Art Gallery on the La Plata Campus. Reception and awards will be held on April 18 at 2 p.m.
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