Bricks Lay Foundation for Future, Preserve the Past at CSM
While it may seem a small name on a brick, a few black letters on red clay, these bricks that now fit into the walkways …
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CSM Sets Tuition for Fall 2016
Budget Supports New CTET Building, Mediation, Adult Education The College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees set tuition at its May 19 board meeting for …
Area Nonprofits Celebrate, Honor their Volunteers
Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland Conference adds Recognition of Volunteers to Annual Event For six years, the Nonprofit Institute at the College …
CSM Hosts Charles County's Project Graduation
Traffic to be Diverted to Campus' North Entrance June 2-4 The College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus will host the 31st annual Project Graduation …
‘Splash for Scholarships’ Makes Big Impact
Wellness, Aquatics Center Transformed into Tropical Paradise for Fundraising Event The College of Southern Maryland Leonardtown Campus Wellness and Aquatics Center was transformed into a …
Students Receive Scholarships from Greater Waldorf Jaycees Foundation, CSM Foundation
16 Years; 404 students; $530,000 in scholarships For 16 years, some of the top students in Charles County have had an ally when it comes …
CSM Students, Administrators Share Dual Enrollment Experiences with Education Secretary John King Jr.
Roundtable Preceded National Announcement on Expanding College Access through the Dual Enrollment Pell Experiment College of Southern Maryland students Tierra Harris of Hollywood, Taylor …
CSM Observes 57th Spring Commencement
College Awards 882 Degrees, Certificates to Spring Class of 2016 The College of Southern Maryland celebrated 560 candidates for 882 degrees and certificates during its …
CSM 'Code Green' Summer Program Begins May 27
Memorial Day, Independence Day Closings Announced The College of Southern Maryland will implement its annual “Code Green” program during the summer as part of its …
CSM Trustee Shares Fun of National Poetry Month
Dr. Janice Walthour is Celebrity Reader at the St. Charles Children’s Learning Center Students attending the St. Charles Children's Learning Center at the College of …
CSM Reaffirms Business Programs through Accreditation
The College of Southern Maryland has earned reaccreditation for its business programs through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). An ACBSP Site …
CSM Diversity Institute, Charles County NAACP Announce Winners in 'Creative Expressions' Contest
“Pursuing Liberty in the Face of Injustice” was the theme of this year's Creative Expressions contest sponsored by the College of Southern Maryland's Diversity Institute …
CSM Lady Hawks Softball Sporting Upgraded Facilities
The College of Southern Maryland softball team, coaches and fans joined together April 20 at the Dugouts and Diamonds celebration on the La Plata Campus …
Community Supports CSM Students Through CSM Foundation’s Splash For Scholarships, May 7
Business and community organizations are joining the fun by coming on board to support the College of Southern Maryland Foundation's second annual Splash for Scholarships, …
CSM Kids’, Teen College Turns 30
Registration is Open for Summer Courses that Start June 20 The College of Southern Maryland Kids' and Teen College celebrates its 30th year with youth …
Massage Therapy Students Meet with Legislators
Photo With Extended Caption CSM Massage Therapy students along with two instructors traveled to Annapolis March 16 to join in the American Massage Therapy Association-Maryland's …
Octtava Piano Duo to Close Ward Virts Concert Series, May 1
The College of Southern Maryland will close out the 2015-16 Ward Virts Concert Series with a performance by the Octtava Piano Duo beginning at 3 …
Barstow’s ‘Brick Girls’ Sweep Top Awards in LEGO Robotics
Photo With Extended Caption Robotics team Brick Girls of Barstow Elementary School has won the Robot Performance and the Champion's Award for elementary schools at …
Plum Point’s ‘Gator Bytes’ Earn Top LEGO Robotics Awards
Photo With Extended Caption Robotics team Gator Bytes of Plum Point Middle School has won the Robot Performance and the Champion's Award at this year's …
CSM Students Explore Service, Volunteerism
“Service and Volunteerism?Social Justice in Action” was the theme of the 11th College of Southern Maryland Social Justice Day held on April 14 at the …
CSM Hosts Senior Health, Fitness Day May 25
Calendar Listings Calendar Charles County CSM Senior Health and Fitness Day. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 25. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, …
May Events at CSM
Calendar Listings Calendar CSM Dance Performance. 7:30 p.m. May 1, College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Road, …
CSM Hosts Administrative Professionals Training Day, April 27
During Administrative Professionals Week, the College of Southern Maryland is offering a one-day conference for administrative professionals who want to gain skills while networking with …
Letter to the Editor: CSM's Dual Enrollment Offers Valuable, Early College Experience to High School Students
I found your recent story (March 23, 2016) about Calvert County Public School?s Student Town Hall Forum to be very interesting. I was especially impressed …
CSM Presents Annual Latin Music Festival, April 15-16
Festival Features Salsa, Mexican, Afro-Cuban, Merengue, Brazilian, Latin Rhythms The College of Southern Maryland's Annual Latin Music Festival will give area residents a taste of …
Impacting Future Generations of CSM Students
Brad, Linda Gottfried Announce $110,000 Impact Legacy Gift College of Southern Maryland President Dr. Brad Gottfried and his wife, Linda, have a passion for education …
Virginia Tech, CSM Sign Agreement to Pave Smooth Way for Bachelor’s Degrees in Construction, Real Estate
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) signed an articulation agreement March 30 to provide a seamless …
CSM 6th Annual Nonprofit Institute Conference
Calendar Listing CSM 6th Annual Nonprofit Institute Conference. 8 a.m. April 29. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI …
Tri-County Job and Career Fair 2016
Calendar Listing Tri-County Job and Career Fair 2016. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 5. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business …
CSM Students Make All-Maryland Community College Academic Team
Four College of Southern Maryland students will be recognized for their exemplary academic achievement in earning second team honors for All-Maryland Community College Academic. Mallory …
Calvert Heritage Committee Opens Annual Photo Contest to CSM Students
The Calvert County Heritage Committee has opened its annual photo contest to students attending the College of Southern Maryland. The photo competition supports awareness of …
CSM Students Granted Professional Media Credentials to Cover Film Festival
College of Southern Maryland students in Christopher Marks' news production course will be granted professional media credentials to cover the 2016 Annapolis Film Festival which …
CSM Students ‘Soaring’ After Tour of SMHEC Engineering Labs
College of Southern Maryland engineering majors toured the classroom and lab facilities at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center in California to get a first-hand …
2016 Leading Edge Awards to Honor Top Businesses for Their Positive Impacts within Region
CEO Nominations Due April 1; Sponsorships Available Southern Maryland's leading businesses and executives will be honored at the 16th Annual Leading Edge Awards ceremony, beginning …
Get Ready to ‘Splash for Scholarships’ May 7
CSM Foundation to Host Poolside Celebration to Raise Funds for Students The College of Southern Maryland Foundation is hosting a poolside celebration May 7 at …
CSM Professors Guide Students as they Research Careers, Explore NSA Day of Cyber
College of Southern Maryland Technical Studies professors Joe Burgin, James Graves, Wendy Hume Hayes and John Wilson are helping to guide their students as they …
A Passport to China, from Southern Maryland
The College of Southern Maryland's Global Initiatives Committee is presenting “A Passport to China: Chinese Calligraphy Exhibit,” which will be on display between the La …
CSM Student Takes On Wheel of Fortune
CSM computer science major Jacob Heddings, 19, of Charlotte Hall, will appear as a contestant on “Wheel of Fortune: College Edition.” Heddings went for an …
CSM Robotics Team is World Championship-Bound for Third Year
The College of Southern Maryland's collegiate robotics team, the Talons, has garnered a third consecutive invitation to the VEX-U World Championships, this year in Louisville, …
CSM Presents Classical Pianist David Kane, April 3
Ward Virts Series Continues at Prince Frederick Campus The College of Southern Maryland continues the 2015-16 Ward Virts Concert Series with a performance by classical …
CSM Presents 13th Annual Jazz Festival, April 8-9
College Welcomes Public School Jazz Bands to Clinic with Grammy Winning Musician The College of Southern Maryland's 13th Annual Jazz Festival, April 8-9, will give …
CSM Expands on NSA's 'Day of Cyber,' Encourages Students to Explore Cybersecurity Careers
Faculty members at the College of Southern Maryland are encouraging students throughout March to explore cybersecurity studies and careers through the “Day of Cyber” program …
CSM Board Chair Shares Stories for ‘Read Across America’
Dorothea Smith Celebrity Reader at the St. Charles Children’s Learning Center Students attending the St. Charles Children’s Learning Center at the College of Southern Maryland …
CSM Extends Spring Semester to May 12, Announces Spring Break Schedule for Credit, Continuing Education Students
Due to the weather closings experienced during spring semester, the College of Southern Maryland has extended the Spring semester to May 12. The Spring Minisession …
Expect Construction Delays on Mitchell Road Wednesday, March 9
The College of Southern Maryland has been advised to expect delays on Mitchell Road between U.S. 301 and the main entrance to the college's La …
CSM Recognizes Faculty, Staff for Years of Service
77 Employees Amass 1,055 Years of Commitment to the College The College of Southern Maryland recognized 77 employees who have accumulated more than 1,055 years …
April Arts at CSM
Calendar Listings Calendar Calvert County CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: David Kane, classical piano. 3 p.m., April 3. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, …
Looking to Old-Hollywood to Guide New Acting Career
CSM Alum Chases Film Gigs, Dreams, Inspired by Katharine Hepburn At a young age, College of Southern Maryland alumna Victoria Anastasi knew she wanted to …
The Patuxent Partnership Supports Robotics at CSM
The Patuxent Partnership (TPP) Board Member retired Navy Rear Admiral Steve Eastburg, left, TPP Executive Director Bonnie Green and TPP Board President Gene Townsend, present …
Folk Artist Narissa Bond to Perform at Leonardtown Campus
CSM’s Student Association Invites Community to Celebrate Women’s History Month Folk Performer Narissa Bond Celebrates Women's History Month at CSM. 2:30-4:00 p.m., March 1. College …
CSM Diversity Institute, Charles County NAACP Invite Students to Submit their 'Creative Expressions'
March 12 Deadline for Entries on Theme “Pursuing Liberty in the Face of Injustice” The College of Southern Maryland's Diversity Institute in partnership with the …
St. Charles Children’s Learning Center at CSM Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Family Values Center for Its Nurturing of Their Daughters since Infancy Finding the right caretaker for a newborn child can be an anxious decision for …
CSM Theatre’s “Before It Hits Home” Tackles Effects of AIDs
Charles County Health Department Joins Post-Performance Conversation The College of Southern Maryland Theatre Company tackles one of society’s largest epidemics, still looming large after more …
CSM Students Ask for Support from Legislators
Community Colleges Fill Critical Educational Needs Student representatives from the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) met with their state legislators Feb. 8 in Annapolis as …
CSM Presents Connections with Poets Naomi Shihab Nye, Michael Glaser, Demetria Martinez
The College of Southern Maryland's Spring 2016 Connections series will feature Naomi Shihab Nye, Michael Glaser and Demetria Martinez, three award-winning poets and authors all …
CSM Campus Advisory for Feb. 16
All campuses of the College of Southern Maryland will open at 11:30 a.m,. Tuesday, Feb. 16 due to weather conditions. Campus advisories are available at …
Competition to Qualify for Worlds Not Over For CSM Talons
Robotics Team to Compete in Skills Challenges to Earn Trip to Worlds The College of Southern Maryland hosted a qualifier Feb. 5 for the VEX …
CSM Hosts Middle, High School Robotics Competition
The College of Southern Maryland hosted a Southern Maryland VEX League robotics competition Feb. 6 at the La Plata Campus for 17 middle and 33 …
March Events at CSM
Calendar Listings CSM Alumni & Friends Connection Dinner. CSM alumni are invited to the CSM Alumni & Friends Connection for dinner and discussion. Ideas shared …
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Barry Gurley Trio, Feb. 14
CSM’s Ward Virts Concert Offers a Jazzy Way to Celebrate in Prince Frederick The College of Southern Maryland continues the 2015-16 Ward Virts Concert Series …
CSM Teacher Education Programs Let Students Stay Local
Learn about Opportunities at Future Educators Open House, Feb. 24 Kaylin Beach, 20, of Pomfret, always knew that she wanted to be a teacher. She …
Tri-County Job Fair Employer Registration through March 28
April 5 Event to Match CSM Graduates, Community Members with Area Jobs On April 5, the College of Southern Maryland will host the Tri-County …
Dowell Receives CSM Faculty Excellence Award
Artist Motivates Students, Preserves Culture, Humanizes Addiction The College of Southern Maryland has presented the annual Faculty Excellence Award Honoring Adjunct Faculty to Dr. Margaret …
To CSM and Beyond: Transfer Fairs Highlight Possibilities
Calendar Calvert County To CSM, and Beyond: Transfer Possibilities Fair. 10 to 12 p.m., Feb. 23. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, …
CSM Hosts Collegiate Robotics Competition, Feb. 5
The College of Southern Maryland is hosting 12 teams for the VEX U Robotics World Championship Qualifier on Feb. 5 at the La Plata Campus. …
Maryland Comptroller Visits CSM’s La Plata Campus
Franchot Encourages Nursing Students on Future Employment During his visit to Charles County Feb. 1, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot toured the College of Southern Maryland …
CSM Announces Dean’s List for Fall 2015 Semester
The College of Southern Maryland has released its dean's list for the fall semester. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM are …
Joe Shannon Receives CSM Distinguished Service Award
The College of Southern Maryland bestowed its highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award, to former college trustee, Joe Shannon, a longtime resident of Southern Maryland, …
CSM Dean Recognized for Service to St. Mary’s County
The College of Southern Maryland's Vice President/Dean of the Leonardtown Campus Dr. Tracy Harris, center, was recognized by the Commissioners of St. Mary's County for …
CSM Opens for Spring Semester; Registration Extended Through Feb. 2
The College of Southern Maryland will open and resume normal operations on Wednesday, Jan. 27, marking the first day of Spring 2016 semester. Spring registration …
CSM Campus Weather Advisory for Jan. 26
All campuses of the College of Southern Maryland will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 26. Campus advisory information is available at http://ready.csmd.edu/emergency.html .
CSM Campus Weather Advisory for Jan. 25
All campuses of the College of Southern Maryland will be closed Monday, Jan. 25. Campus advisory information is available at http://ready.csmd.edu/emergency.html .
CSM Campus Advisory, Jan. 22-24
All campuses of the College of Southern Maryland will close at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 22 and remain closed Saturday, Jan. 23 and Sunday, Jan. …
CSM Celebrates 17th Winter Commencement
625 Candidates Recognized; Youngest 17, Oldest 72 The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recognized 625 candidates for degrees and certificates during its 17th Winter Commencement …
FAFSA Workshops Jan. 24, 31: Ways to Pay for College Begins with FAFSA
CSM Hosts Workshops to Help with Federal Aid Forms CSM Administrator Featured on MPT's “Ways to Pay for College” CSM Financial Assistance Director Chris Zimmermann, …
CSM Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 18
The College of Southern Maryland will be closed Monday, Jan. 18 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes for the spring 2016 semester, …
Rane Franklin to Chair CSM Foundation
Foundation Welcomes Newest Directors The College of Southern Maryland Foundation has selected Rané Franklin as chair and welcomes Leah Estevez, Brenda Lowe, Bernadette “Birdie” Shannon, …
The Honorable Andrea Watkins to be Keynote Speaker at CSM’s 17th Winter Commencement Jan. 21
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will recognize candidates for degrees and certificates during its 17th Winter Commencement Jan. 21 at the La Plata Campus. …
February Events at CSM
Calendar Listings Calendar Calvert County CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Barry Gurley Trio, pop/classical. 3 p.m., Feb. 14. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, …
Barbara Ives Leads CSM Office of Strategic Partnerships
The College of Southern Maryland has named Barbara Ives of St. Mary's County as director of the Office of Strategic Partnerships including CSM's Nonprofit Institute. …
Walton to Lead Charles County Mediation Center at CSM
Basic Mediation Training Orientation Sessions Jan. 2, 14 with Training throughout February The College of Southern Maryland has named Julie A. Walton as coordinator of …
CSM Closes for Winter Break 3 p.m., Dec. 22, Reopens Jan. 4
The College of Southern Maryland will close for its winter break at 3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 22. All offices and facilities at all campuses will …
CSM Massage Therapy Students Participate in Family Fun Night at Calvert Marine Museum
CSM Massage Therapy Program Instructor “Shay” Juanasha Jones-Lipscomb, front, is joined by students, from left, Josh Raleigh of Indian Head, Kara Wallace of Fort Washington, …
CSM Adds Weather Station to La Plata Campus
College to Participate as a 'WeatherBug School' College of Southern Maryland System Administrator Melissa Grippo, left, and CSM Social Sciences and Public Services Professor Dr. …
Dr. Jessica Chambers Named to Lead CSM Enrollment Team
The College of Southern Maryland has named Dr. Jessica Chambers as associate vice president of Enrollment Management. In this position, Chambers will oversee the areas …
Angela Thornton Named to Lead CSM's Corporate Center
The College of Southern Maryland has named Angela Thornton as its director for the Corporate Center. Possessing an extensive background in both workforce development and …
Bruce M. Posey Named CSM's CTET Director
30-Plus Year Master Plumber to Lead Trades and Energy Training Program With more than 30 years of experience as a master plumber, Bruce M. Posey …
Calvert Chamber Supports CSM Scholarships
Photo With Extended Caption The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce presented $1,122 to the College of Southern Maryland as part of its Matching Scholarship sponsorship …
Dominion Foundation Supports CSM Robotics Programs
Through Competitions, Elementary, Middle Schoolers Develop Interest in STEM Fields The College of Southern Maryland received one of 142 educational grants awarded through Dominion and …
Community Chooses to #GiveCSM During #GivingTuesday
Day of Generosity Raises $36,424 for CSM Scholarships, Programs The overwhelming generosity of alumni, friends, faculty and staff pushed the College of Southern Maryland Foundation …
January Events at CSM
Calendar Listings Calendar Calvert County 'Friendly Friday' at CSM. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Jan. 15. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, …
CSM #GivingTuesday on Dec. 1 Adds Mobile Giving, Tweeting to Impact Student Scholarships
College Participates in Worldwide Online Giving Event The College of Southern Maryland Foundation has added new ways that make it easy and fun for supporters …
‘Thank yous’ Abound as CSM Students Meet Donors
Scholarships for 2015 Fall Semester total More Than $400,000 Scholarship recipients at the College of Southern Maryland began their Thanksgiving holiday a little early, by …
Ruiz Earns UMD Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship
College of Southern Maryland alumna Kayla Ruiz, of California, was awarded the University of Maryland Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship (TAES) which covers full tuition for …
‘Southern Maryland Gives’ Features 2 Additional Fundraisers
Nonprofit Institute at CSM Promotes Local Projects for Local Support The Southern Maryland community has provided more than $10,000 to local organizations through the online …
Ward Virts Concert with Brian Ganz Rescheduled to Dec. 13
The College of Southern Maryland has rescheduled its 2015-16 Ward Virts Concert Series with a performance by classical pianist Brian Ganz to 3 p.m., Dec. …
December Events at CSM
Calendar Calvert County CSM Wellness Open House. 11-3 p.m., Dec. 3. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, B Building, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince …
Vets Lounge: A Place for Trust, Support, Brother/Sisterhood
La Plata Campus Veterans Lounge Provides Gathering Place for Student Veterans Members of the College of Southern Maryland Veterans Organization envisioned a place on campus …
CSM, Local Agencies Test Emergency Preparedness
Working with MEMA, College Runs Drill on La Plata Campus In partnership with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency as well as with local and regional …
CSM Earns ‘Military Friendly’ School Designation
The College of Southern Maryland has earned the 2016 Military Friendly® School Designation from Victory Media for attracting and supporting student veterans and spouses who …