CSM La Plata Campus Closes Today Due to Power Outages Caused by Overnight Storms
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) La Plata Campus is closed today, July 22, due to power outages caused by last night storms. CSM remains …
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CSM to Host Red Cross Blood Drive August 25
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will again partner with the American Red Cross this summer to sponsor a third blood drive at its Prince …
Seven CSM Student-Athletes Make NJCAA All-Academic Teams
Seven student-athletes from the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) were named to the 2019-20 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Academic Teams for maintaining a …
‘[Students] Inspire Me … How They Find a Way to Achieve Their Goals with Grace’ – CSM President Talks with Southern Maryland Woman Magazine
The following article is reprinted in its entirety with permission from the July 2 edition of Southern Maryland Woman Magazine, in which College of Southern …
‘Humans of Calvert County’ Facebook Page Features CSM Registrar Sharing Powerful Message about Community Colleges – and CSM
The following post is reprinted in its entirety, with permission, from the Humans of Calvert County Facebook page. The Humans of Calvert County is modeled …
CSM Opens Campuses for Limited Services July 7 with Heightened Health and Safety Measures in Place
College Moves from Remote Operations to Restricted Operations The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces it will move to Phase 2 of its ‘Return to …
As a Pioneer of Distance Learning, CSM Continues 20-Year Tradition of Offering Flexible Online Choices this Fall Semester
CSM Announces Plans for Fall Semester, Registration Workshops are Underway Class registration for the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is open for the fall semester, …
CSM’s Southern Maryland Studies Center Seeks Citizen Contributors to Share Real-Time Observations of Current Events
The Southern Maryland Studies Center (SMSC) at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) seeks contributions from the community in order to capture and record real-time …
CSM Ceremony Celebrates 58 Nursing Graduates; Themes of Resiliency, Compassion and Battling COVID-19 Resonate Throughout
The Spring 2020 College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) 58 nursing candidates for graduation crossed their final hurdle of an unforgettable life season June 5 when …
Guest Speaker, CSM Alumna and Registered Nurse Amber Hutchins Congratulates Graduates at 2020 Spring Nursing Recognition Ceremony
Below is the speech given by College of Southern Maryland (CSM) alumna and registered nurse Amber Hutchins who served as keynote speaker at CSM’s June 5, …
‘We Must Do Better’ – an Open Letter from the CSM President
Dear Students, Colleagues, and Southern Maryland community, This morning we celebrated the College of Southern Maryland’s 61st Spring Commencement virtually. I watched from my living …
CSM Commemorates 61st Spring Commencement During Virtual Graduation Ceremony and Watch Party
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) celebrated 470 candidates for 462 associate degrees and 214 certificates during its 61st Spring Commencement Ceremony, held May 29. The …
CSM Announces 2020 Spring Commencement Candidates for Graduation
The following students were recognized as candidates for associate degrees, certificates or letters of recognition at the College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) 61st Spring Commencement …
Mobile Hawk Feeders Land at Drive-Thru Food Distribution Events For CSM Students in Need
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Student Services team recently held a drive-thru food distribution event at CSM’s Regional Hughesville Campus to help CSM students …
Virtual Student Government Elections Shine a Light on Campaigning via Social Media for CSM’s New Student Leaders
National and regional politicians looking to hone their skills in the cyber world of election campaigns could learn a thing or two from the College …
CSM Holds Virtual ‘White Coat Ceremony’ to Celebrate Next Generation of Laboratory Healthcare Heroes
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) held a virtual “White Coat Ceremony” May 18 to recognize and applaud its five Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) students …
CSM Secures 100th Transfer Agreement; Provides Students Priority Enrollment or Guaranteed Admission to 50 Four-Year Colleges
‘It just makes sense to earn your bachelor’s degree at half the cost’ The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) reached a milestone this week when …
CSM Digital Media Students Take Grand Prize, Earn Accolades for Anti-Theft Projects
Maryland State Police Select Most Effective Public Service Announcements in Annual Contest Nine College of Southern Maryland (CSM) digital media students were honored this spring …
CSM Hosts Virtual Open House, Virtual Night of Cybersecurity for High School and Returning Students
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will blaze a new trail in May when it offers its first virtual Open House for high school students …
As Weather Warms, CSM Readies to Launch #GivingTuesdayNow, Holds First Virtual Commencement, Open House and Night of Cybersecurity in Zoom
“Giving Tuesday Now” May 5: All day, online. May 5. The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation will join the global movement #GivingTuesdayNow. #GivingTuesdayNow is …
CSM Basketball Players Earn Postseason Honors
Thanks to Southern Maryland Newspapers, the following article is reprinted, in part, from their sports section with permission. While the College of Southern Maryland men’s …
CSM Takes Steps to Brace for Financial Hardship Caused by COVID-19 and Continues to Support Current and New Students
Announces Hiring Freeze, Voluntary Reduction of Staff/Hours, Cancels Fall Tuition Increase, Waives Summer and Fall Course Fees The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that …
CSM Donates College’s Medical Supplies and Equipment; Nursing Students Volunteer for the Front Lines of the Pandemic Response
When the national call to action sounded for public donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in mid-March, College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Health Sciences Division …
CSM Waives Online Course Fees for Credited Summer Classes, Registration Underway
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that it will waive the $20 per credit online course fee for its 2020 Summer Sessions to help …
CSM Assists Students By Connecting Them to Resources, Loaning Laptops, Providing Financial Aid
CSM Foundation Raises Nearly $50,000; Provides Emergency Financial Aid to Students in Need The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is responding to the COVID-19 crisis …
CSM Extends Remote Operations and Online Learning Through May 31; Campuses Remain Closed
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announced that it will maintain a virtual learning environment for its students for the rest of the spring semester …
CSM Updates Operational Status: Online Classes Will Continue through April 30; Campuses Remain Closed
CSM Foundation Initiates CSM Hawks Student Emergency Fund The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that it will maintain a virtual learning environment through April …
UPDATE: CSM Faculty and Staff Move to Teleworking, Classes Remain Online, Campuses to Close March 19
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that all instruction and college work-functions will operate remotely and access to CSM’s campuses is restricted to pre-approved …
UPDATE: CSM Revises Response to COVID-19 Pandemic, Continues Students Services, But Limits Public Access to all Campuses
Spring Sports Season is Canceled, Date to Withdraw/Change to Audit Extended The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will maintain a virtual learning environment for its …
UPDATE: CSM Takes Additional Steps to Limit Spread of Coronavirus
CSM Cancels All Events, Closes Fitness Centers, Reschedules or Cancels Some Classes Involving Hands-on Requirements The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that it is …
UPDATE: CSM to Move Classes Online March 16 to Help Limit Spread of Coronavirus, Campuses Remain Open
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that it will transition to online instruction, effective Monday, March 16, as a preventative measure to help stop …
CSM and SMADC Invite Students to Cultivate Skills in Agriculture and Animal Science
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) are joining forces to highlight exciting career opportunities in agriculture and …
COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS): CSM Reviews Protocols, Continues to Monitor Reports
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is monitoring reports surrounding the COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus) and reviewing emergency response protocols. Included among these efforts, CSM’s …
Second Hawk Feeder Location on College of Southern Maryland La Plata Campus
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continues growing an initiative to support students, staff, and faculty who experience food insecurity by recently placing a second …
CSM’s Robotics Team – the Talons – Head to Ninth Straight World VEX U Competition
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) competitive robotics team – the Talons – is off to a busy and successful 2020 season, earning titles in …
Beyond CSM: Upcoming Transfer Fairs Help Students Make Decisions About the Next Step in Their Education
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will host three transfer fairs in February — Feb. 24 at the La Plata Campus; Feb. 25 at the …
CSM Holds Dual Enrollment Information Night for Parents of High School Students Feb. 18, 19 and 20
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites area parents of high school students to attend an informational Dual Enrollment Parent Night at one of three …
Community College Students Spontaneously Chant “No BRFA” as Advocacy Day Rally Concludes
14 College of Southern Maryland Students Meet with Southern Maryland Delegation Members During Annual Advocacy Day Event Community college students and presidents from around the …
CSM Students Expand Learning Opportunities as Interns at UMCES Chesapeake Biological Laboratory
The value of hands-on learning outside of a conventional classroom is changing the career goals for College of Southern Maryland (CSM) student Shannon Roberts, 48, …
Erik Koch to Take Over as Men’s Golf Head Coach at College of Southern Maryland
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) welcomes Erik Koch as the new head coach of its Men’s Golf program. Koch comes to CSM after working …
CSM Professor Sarah Hand Earns Dale P. Parnell Faculty Distinction Recognition
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Associate Professor of Math Sarah Hand has been awarded the prestigious 2020 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Recognition from the …
CSM Announces Fall Dean’s List
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has released its dean’s list for the fall session. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM …
CSM Student Micah Kay Wins AKA Sorority’s MLK Day of Service Essay Contest
Micah Kay, a second-year psychology major at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM), is the 2020 collegiate-level winner of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Nu …
College of Southern Maryland Celebrates its 21st Winter Commencement
508 Candidates, Ages 19-62, Earn Degrees and Certificates The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) honored 508 candidates for 465 degrees and 255 certificates during its …
CSM Announces 2020 Winter Commencement Candidates for Graduation
The following students were recognized as candidates for associate degrees, certificates or letters of recognition at the 21st Winter Commencement ceremony on Thursday, January 16 at the …
2020 Winter Commencement Pinning Ceremony Celebrates CSM’s 41 Nursing Graduates
During the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) nursing recognition ceremony Jan. 16, as part of the college’s 21st Winter Commencement, 41 associate degree nursing candidates …
CSM Closes January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
The College of Southern Maryland will be closed Monday, Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The college will resume its normal …
CSM’s Student Life Helps Create A Well-Rounded Student Experience
College of Southern Maryland student reporter, Arie Moore, attended three campus events during the Fall 2019 semester to gain a unique and witty perspective to …
CSM Announces Keynote Speaker for 21st Winter Commencement Jan. 16
U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Executive Director Leslie D. Taylor to Deliver Graduation Keynote The College of Southern Maryland will recognize 508 candidates …
CSM 2019 in Review and Looking Ahead with 2020 Vision: Showcasing Student Support and Celebrating Student Successes
As the decade closes out, the College of Southern Maryland Media Relations Team pauses to reflect on the great things that have been happening at …