Diversity Institute at CSM Hosts Community Focus Groups for Charles County Residents
The Diversity Institute at the College of Southern Maryland is seeking community input from Charles County residents as part of the institute's ongoing efforts to …
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UPDATE: CSM Cancels Oct. 2 Cause Theatre Performance
'Bright Blue Mailbox' Performances Scheduled Oct. 15-17 in La Plata The College of Southern Maryland?s Cause Theatre production of ?The Bright Blue Mailbox Suicide Note? …
CSM Seeks Volunteers as Roleplayers During Full-Scale Emergency Exercise at La Plata Campus, Nov. 7
The College of Southern Maryland is seeking volunteers and role players to assist in a full-scale emergency exercise to be held Nov. 7, on the …
UPDATE: CSM Cancels Oct. 4 Ward Virts Concert
The College of Southern Maryland has canceled the Oct. 4 performance of the Ward Virts Concert Series due to weather forecasts. The Brian Ganz performance …
Landscapes of the District and Southern Maryland: Christopher Scott Dolan
One of the things that fascinates artist Christopher Scott Dolan about art is how “one person's influence ripples through what follows,” he said recently at …
CSM Names Cast for ‘The Bright Blue Mailbox Suicide Note’
Cause Theatre Production Examines how Teens Deal with Issue of Suicide The College of Southern Maryland's Cause Theatre production of “The Bright Blue Mailbox Suicide …
CSM Faculty, Staff Attend All-College Convocation, Sept. 25
Most administrative offices and services of the College of Southern Maryland will be unavailable the afternoon of Friday, Sept. 25 as faculty and administration gather …
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CSM Announces 2015-16 Student Association Officers and Representatives College of Southern Maryland students on each campus are represented by students holding positions in the college-wide …
CSM Receives INSIGHT Into Diversity 2015 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
The College of Southern Maryland has received the 2015 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest …
CSM Joins ‘It’s On Us’ Public Awareness Campaign to Help Prevent Campus Sexual Assault
The College of Southern Maryland has joined a national public awareness campaign, “It's On Us,” to help prevent sexual assault on campus. The campaign provides …
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CSM Announces 2015-16 Student Association Officers and Representatives College of Southern Maryland students on each campus are represented by students holding positions in the college-wide …
Alumni, Friends Raise $83,348 at Golf Classic to Support CSM’s Students, Programs
College of Southern Maryland's friends and supporters raised $83,348 in sponsorships, in-kind donations and greens fees at the college's 24th Annual Golf Classic. The tournament, …
October Arts at CSM
Calendar Listings Calendar Calvert County CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Brian Ganz, classical piano. 3 p.m., Oct. 4. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, …
September Events at CSM
Calendar Calvert County To CSM, and Beyond: Transfer Possibilities Fair. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Sept. 14. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, …
Robotics Certificate Adds Value to Technology Degrees
Classes to be Held in CSM's New Robotics Lab at Leonardtown Campus The College of Southern Maryland is offering a Mechatronics Technology Robotics Certificate to …
CSM Cast of ‘Greater Tuna’ Features Faculty
Main Stage Theatre Delves Into a Small Town Life, Characters The cast of characters for the College of Southern Maryland's fall production of “Greater Tuna,” …
October Arts at CSM
Calendar Listings Calendar Calvert County CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Brian Ganz, classical piano. 3 p.m., Oct. 4. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, …
La Plata Rotary Provides Scholarships for CSM Trades
Funds to Benefit Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Welding, Carpentry Students As a skilled worker, Jamie Reidy of La Plata, felt strongly that students who are …
CSM Campuses Observe Labor Day Sept. 5-7
The College of Southern Maryland will be closed Saturday, Sept. 5 through Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. The college will resume its …
CSM Connections Hosts Poet Philip Metres
Professor’s Summer Abroad Provides Introduction to Award-Winning Poet The College of Southern Maryland's Fall Connections Literary Series will showcase author and translator Philip Metres 7:30 …
CSM Announces Dean’s List for Summer Semester
The College of Southern Maryland has released its dean's list for the summer semester. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM are …
Back-to-School Service Project Fills 1,500 Backpacks
CSM Partners with Charles County Children’s Aid Society In less than three hours on Aug. 21, College of Southern Maryland employees demonstrated the power of …
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CSM Massage Therapy Graduates Earn 100 Percent Pass Rate on Certification Exams College of Southern Maryland students completing the massage therapy associate degree program had …
Southern Maryland Gives Adds 3 Fundraisers For September
Nonprofit Institute at CSM Promotes Local Projects for Local Support The Southern Maryland community has provided more than $7,000 to local organizations through the online …
CSM NowForce puts Incident Reporting in Hands of Students
In Emergencies, Smartphone App Connects Caller, Campus Security, First Responders The College of Southern Maryland will provide students, faculty, administrators and staff with a free, …
CSM Provides Adult Education with Grant Funding
Low Cost/No Cost Offerings in St. Mary’s County Open Doors to Jobs, Higher Education The College of Southern Maryland has added low-cost and no-cost instruction …
Get in the Kitchen, Have Fun with CSM Courses
Ethic Foods, Craft Beer, Cake Decorating, Chef Skills Offered on all CSM Campuses This fall, the College of Southern Maryland will offer a variety of …
CSM Fall Gardening Courses for Late Bloomers
University of Maryland Extension Program Offers Expertise This fall, the College of Southern Maryland is partnering with the University of Maryland Extension’s (UME) Master Gardeners …
Faculty Explore, Share Talents, Serve During Summer Break
CSM Professors Travel to Belize, Bolivia, Peru, Remote Appalachia to Teach, Help, Learn College of Southern Maryland professors Paul Billeter, Dr. Laura Polk and Dr. …
CSM Athletes Excel on Field, in Classroom
13 Student-Athletes Named to MDJUCO All-Academic Team Thirteen student-athletes from the College of Southern Maryland were recently named to the Maryland Junior College Athletic Conference's …
Put on Your Dancing Shoes, Head to CSM
Courses in Ballroom, Latin, Swing Offered at La Plata, Leonardtown Campuses This fall, the College of Southern Maryland will offer a variety of dance courses …
CSM Adds Date for Fall Theater Production Audition
CSM Fall Production Auditions. 6-8 p.m., Aug. 28. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. …
Southern Maryland Gives Features 9 Fundraisers Online
Nonprofit Institute at CSM Promotes Local Projects for Local Support Southern Maryland is showing its generosity as local organizations have received more than $6,000 to …
Nonprofit Institute at CSM Matches Volunteers with Community Opportunities at Volunteer Southern Maryland
The Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland has expanded its support of the communitys organizations by offering Volunteer Southern Maryland (VSMD). This free …
CSM Golf Classic Adds 2 New Options, Aug. 13
Sip & Swing Combines Wine Tasting, Golf Instruction at Swan Point Yacht & Country Club The College of Southern Maryland Foundation has added two ways …
A Voice for Southern Maryland
Harriet Yaffe Heads Nonprofit Institute at CSMs Leonardtown Campus Harriet Yaffe was sure that she wanted a career as a vocalist and as a freshman …
CSM Twilight Performance Series: Contemporary, Jazz, Rock
Leonardtown, Prince Frederick Host 4th Week of Series The fourth week of the College of Southern Marylands (CSM) Twilight Performance Series will offer a mixture …
Area Teens Grow Confidence to Engineer Like a Girl
CSM Encourages Girls in Engineering Careers during Free Workshops, Tour St. Marys Ryken High School junior Nicole Hedspeths understanding of the vast career opportunities for …
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CSM Announces 2015-16 Student Association Officers and Representatives College of Southern Maryland students on each campus are represented by students holding positions in the college-wide …
CSM Twilight Performance Series: Blues, Rock, Jazz
Leonardtown, Prince Frederick Host 3rd Week of Series The third week of the College of Southern Marylands (CSM) Twilight Performance Series will offer a mixture …
CSM Announces 2015-16 Arts Season
College Theme, Music, to Resonate in All Disciplines, Departments The College of Southern Maryland announces the 2015-16 fine arts program, including dramatic, comedic and musical …
CSM Twilight Performance Series: The Bruce Swaim Quartet
Leonardtown Campus Hosts 2nd Week of Series The second week of the College of Southern Marylands (CSM) Twilight Performance Series offers a free, family-friendly concert …
CSM Foundation Announces 24th Golf Classic, Aug. 13
Honorary Chairs CSM Hall of Famers Danny Williams, NJCAA Champ Roger Welch The College of Southern Maryland Foundations Annual Golf Classic will celebrate its 24th …
CSM Disability Support Services Joins Charles County Commission on Individuals with Disabilities, July 20
25th Anniversary of ADA Marks Impact of Civil Rights Legislation for Millions To bring attention to services available through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), …
CSM Kids/Teen College Offers Quality Learning, Fun
Courses on La Plata Campus Extended Through Aug. 14 Children in Southern Maryland can create a bucket list of activities and experiences to check off …
CSM Twilight Performances Open July 7
Summer Series Kicks Off with Chautauqua, Jennifer Cooper and GrooveSpan The College of Southern Marylands (CSM) Twilight Performance Series returns beginning July 7 for its …
Local Companies, CEO Earn Leading Edge Titles
Four businesses and executives were showcased for being on the Leading Edge during the 15th annual Leading Edge Awards ceremony, June 10 in Waldorf. A …
CSM Selects Dr. Eileen Abel to Head Academic Affairs
The College of Southern Maryland announces the selection of Eileen Abel as vice president of academic affairs. With more than 30 years of experience in …
CSM Sets Tuition for Fall 2015
Budget Supports Public Safety Initiatives, Student Success The College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees set tuition for the upcoming academic year, with a 4.3 …
Trustees Select Dorothea Smith as Board Chair, Ted Harwood as Vice Chair
The College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees has appointed Dorothea Holt Smith of Charles County as the boards chair and Theodore L. Harwood of …
CSMs Men of Excellence Student Success Mentoring Initiative Strives to Improve Graduation Rates
One of nine children and from a family of limited resources, HIP Enterprises, LLC Founder Herman I. Pryor Jr. didnt expect to go to …
Letter to the Editor: Come to CSM!
I read Ben Seiberts letter in your May 29, 2015 issue, College tuition is sickeningly high. Ben is right, the costs of attending his college …
CSM Announces Dean’s List for Spring Semester
The College of Southern Maryland has released its dean's list for the spring semester. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM are …
Scholarship Funds Available for CSM Students
Apply Online Before May 31 The deadline to apply for more than 100 scholarships available through the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Online Scholarship …
CSM Helping Veterans Transition into Nursing Careers
Military Medic/Corpsman to Associate Degree Nursing Transition Open House, June 4 The College of Southern Maryland and American Public University System is launching a program …
CSM Brick Recognition Ceremony Remembers, Honors Impact of 8 Individuals on Families, Friends
The College of Southern Maryland hosted a Brick Recognition Ceremony May 3 at the Prince Frederick Campus in tribute to eight individuals and their impact …
CSM Hosts Performance by Francesco Attesti
Renowned Italian Pianist to Perform May 29 The College of Southern Maryland will host a performance by renowned Italian pianist Francesco Attesti beginning 8 p.m., …
CSM Observes 56th Spring Commencement
College Awards 941 Degrees, Certificates to Spring Class of 2015 The College of Southern Maryland celebrated 602 candidates for 941 degrees and certificates during its …
CSM Moves 56th Commencement Indoors
Threat of Weather Moves Ceremony to PE Building, Overflow to FA Center The College of Southern Maryland is moving tonights 56th Commencement Ceremony indoors …
CSM Twilight Performance Series Returns July 7
Summer Series Brings History, Music, Theatre to Area Residents The College of Southern Marylands (CSM) Twilight Performance Series returns for its ninth season this summer …
Assistant Producer at WAVA, CSM Alumnus Tony Penny to Address CSMs Spring Graduates
The College of Southern Maryland will celebrate its 56th spring commencement at the La Plata Campus on May 21 with the keynote address to be …
CSM Code Green Summer Program Begins May 29
Memorial Day, Independence Day Closings Announced The College of Southern Maryland will implement its Code Green program during the summer as part of its energy …
Nonprofit Institute at CSM Launches Online Southern Maryland Gives
Funding Hub Promotes Local Projects for Local Support The message and method are simple, Live Here. Give Here. The Nonprofit Institute at the College of …
CSM Honors Student Athletes at Awards Banquet, April 22
Athletes, Coaches, Families Celebrate Accomplishments, Records Sportsmanship, academic achievement and athletic excellence for the 2014-15 season were honored at the College of Southern Marylands athletic …
Inter-Professional Simulation Puts HEA Students to the Test
Simulation Scenario on CSMs La Plata Campus Ran Non-stop for nine hours For nine non-stop hours, the College of Southern Maryland held an inter-professional simulation …
15th Leading Edge Awards Celebration, June 10
Sponsorship Opportunities Available for Event Honoring Corporate Excellence Southern Marylands leading businesses and executives will be honored at the 15th annual Leading Edge Awards ceremony, …
Roundtable Hosts Edward Bonekemper on Civil War Generals, May 12
The Southern Maryland Civil War Roundtable (SMCWR) will host a presentation on Generals Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant by noted Civil War author, …
Emergency Drill Scheduled at La Plata Campus, May 2
Local EMS Responders, Vehicles Expected on CSM Campus The College of Southern Maryland will hold a simulated emergency exercise as part of an evaluation scenario …
Splash for Scholarships Raises $73,225
Wellness, Aquatics Center marks 5th anniversary The College of Southern Maryland Foundations Splash for Scholarships event held on April 25 raised $73,225 through cash and …
CSM Robotics Earn Top-10 Spot in World Championship
Talons Advance Past Top U.S. Engineering Universities Rice, Michigan State, Purdue The College of Southern Maryland robotics team, the Talons, returned from the 2015 VEX …
CSM Athletics Director Earns Under Armour Athletic Director of Year for Junior, Community Colleges
College of Southern Maryland Student Life and Athletics Lead Director Michelle Ruble was named Under Armour Athletic Director of the Year for Junior and Community …
CSM Earns Silver LEED Certification for Newest Building
Community Education Building Lauded for Use of Earth-Friendly Construction, Design, Use As the country celebrates Earth Day, the College of Southern Maryland celebrated its recognition …
CSM Ethical Hacker Course Expands Job Possibilities for Student to Lock Down Exciting Career
At 21, Zechariah Weaver is in a good place. He has a job with benefits that include employer-paid training and travel opportunities, he bought a …
Calvert Schools Sweep Champion Awards at CSM
49 Southern Maryland Teams Compete at Colleges LEGO Robotics Championship Elementary and middle school students from Calvert, Charles and St. Marys counties gathered at the …
CSM’s Academic Excellence Scholarship Aims High
Counties’ Top High School Graduates Can Start Local, Transfer to More than 40 Universities A program geared toward providing Charles and St. Mary’s counties’ top …
CSMs Wellness, Fitness, Aquatics Programs Spur Lifestyle Changes for Clements Couple As They Spin, Swim, Step, Transform
Splash for Scholarships April 25 Celebrates 5th Anniversary of Wellness, Aquatics Center Seven days a week, Tom and Carol Davis of Clements can be found …
Forum Works toward Shaping A Stronger Charles County Together April 25
WJLAs Roz Plater to Emcee Program The Diversity Institute at the College of Southern Maryland presents the 2015 Unity in Our Community Diversity Forum, focusing …
Letter to the Editor: Shaping the Community We Want to See
Letter to the Editor: As a member of this community for more than 30 years, I believe that Charles County is one of the best …
Forum Works toward Shaping A Stronger Charles County Together April 25
WJLAs Roz Plater to Emcee Program The Diversity Institute at the College of Southern Maryland presents the 2015 Unity in Our Community Diversity Forum, focusing …
Veterans Offer Healing Words Through Writing at CSM Connections Reading April 24
Calendar Listing with Photo The College of Southern Marylands Spring Connections series will feature veterans, author Ron Capps and poet Dr. Fred Foote, to discuss …
CSMs March Ward Virts Performance Rescheduled
Holly Roadfeldt to Perform May 31 Pianist Holly Roadfeldts performance as part of the College of Southern Marylands Ward Virts Concert Series has been rescheduled …
CSM Talons Head to World Championships April 16-18
The College of Southern Maryland collegiate robotics team, the Talons, are heading to compete in the 2015 VEX U World Championships April 16-18 in Louisville, …
CSM to Mark 150th Anniversary of Lincoln Assassination, Civil War with Lecture, Dramatic Presentation, April 17
With Calendar Listing To mark the 150th anniversary of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, the College of Southern Maryland is hosting a lecture and …
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Comes to Southern Maryland
CSM, University of Maryland School of Nursing Sign Agreement April 8 The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and the University of Maryland School of Nursing …
CSM Presents Blue Mountain Ensemble, May 3
The College of Southern Maryland will host the final 2014-15 Ward Virts Concert Series event with a performance by the Blue Mountain Ensemble beginning at …
Letter to the Editor: It Takes Community to Build a Plan for a Stronger Charles County
Letter to the Editor: Ever noticed that in the word community is the word unity? Sure you have. And so have we at the …
Learn How to Begin Your Degree at CSM, Transfer Seamlessly, Open Houses April 14-16
Calendar Calvert County CSM Spring Open House. 5-7 p.m., April 14. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams …
CSM Offers Rigorous Academic Program for Calvert Students
Presidential Scholars Program Accepting Countys Top High School Graduates A program geared toward providing Calvert Countys top high school graduates with a rigorous academic …
Roundtable Features Brute, Booth, April 14 at CSM
Author Michael Kauffman Discusses Lincoln Assassination, Conspiracies The Southern Maryland Civil War Roundtable (SMCWR) will host a presentation by Michael Kauffman, political historian and author …
CSM Presentations on Living with Mental Illness April 10, 15
Charles County CSM Presentation: In Our Own Voice: Living with Mental Illness. 9-10:30 a.m., April 10. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for …
CSM Online Scholarship Finder Opens FAFSA: Required to Receive Financial Aid, CSM Scholarships
The College of Southern Maryland Online Scholarship Finder is now open for students to apply for CSM Foundation scholarships for the 2015-16 academic year. The …
Female Journalists Discuss Journey, Challenges
Photo With Extended Caption From left, dual-enrolled College of Southern Maryland/University of Maryland University College student Brooke Brown who has interned for ESPN-TV and local …
Social Justice: 10 Years of Empowerment at CSM, April 8-9
Calendar Listing Calvert County CSM Social Justice Day: Under the Influence. 9 to 10 a.m., April 8. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building …
CSM Helps 50-Plus Population Prepare for Next Careers
Plus50 Encore College Completion Program Hosts Information Session, April 9 The College of Southern Maryland joined 100 colleges nationwide in a three-year initiative called the …
CSM Encourages Youth to Pursue STEM Careers
College Highlights Science, Engineering, Technology, Math during April Preparing students to fulfill the high-paying technical jobs of the future is a top priority for the …
CSM Presents Saxophonist Jeremy Koch, Pianist Yu-Hsuan Liao, April 12
The College of Southern Maryland will showcase saxophonist Jeremy Koch and pianist Yu-Hsuan Liao as part of the Ward Virts Concert Series beginning at 3 …
CSM Presents Annual Latin Music Festival, April 10-11
Festival Features Performances, Workshop The College of Southern Marylands Annual Latin Music Festival will give area residents a taste of Latin American culture April 10-11 …
CSMs Solid Brass Ensemble Welcomes Area High Schools
CSM Presents 12th Annual Jazz Festival, April 17-18 The College of Southern Marylands 12th Annual Jazz Festival will give area high school jazz bands a …
Letter to the Editor: Strong Communities are Built by the People Who Live in Them
Letter to the Editor In 2013, the Diversity Institute at the College of Southern Maryland became the lead sponsor of the annual Unity in Our …
Farming for Knowledge, Community
CSM, Farming 4 Hunger Offer Community Education Courses The College of Southern Maryland is partnering with Farming 4 Hunger, a Southern Maryland-based non-profit organization, to …