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 …
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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 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 …
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, …
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 …
Concerts, Homeschool Experience Day, Dual Enrollment Seminars, College Transfer Fairs and 10th Annual Nonprofit Institute Conference Highlight Busy February at CSM
CSM Homeschool Experience Day. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Feb. 7. College of Southern Maryland (CSM), Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Road, …
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 …
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 …
NAWCAD Executive Director Leslie D. Taylor To CSM Graduates: “CSM is No Longer a Place You ‘Go To,’ It is Now a Place You ‘Come From'”
The following remarks were provided by NAWCAD Executive Director Leslie D. Taylor on Jan. 16, during the 2020 winter commencement ceremonies at the La Plata …
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 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 …
New Year Resolutions? College of Southern Maryland Can Help!
Reach your wellness goals today, with the Wellness, Fitness, and Aquatics Department at the College of Southern Maryland which is now offering personalized wellness services. …
New Year is Met with New Fitness Center Hours and CSM’s Winter Commencement
CSM Reopens After Winter Break. Jan. 2, 2020. College of Southern Maryland (CSM), all campuses. All CSM campuses will resume regular operations Jan. 2 after …
CSM Always Ready to Assist Veterans and Their Families
In February, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan proclaimed 2019 as the Year of the Veteran in Maryland. The yearlong observance is to raise awareness of the …
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce Awards $2,100 for Student Scholarships at CSM
Members of the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce presented the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation with $2,100 for student scholarships during the chamber’s annual …
This Holiday, CSM’s Financial Services Division Gifts the College’s Hawk Feeders, Micro-Pantries On All 4 Campuses
For a decade now, employees who work for the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Financial Services Division have joined as a group during the season …
CSM’s Zumba Students Wear Silver and Black and Rock the Santa Hat
The Wednesday 10:15 a.m. Zumba class at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Wellness and Aquatics Center on the Leonardtown Campus doesn’t mess around when …
CSM’s “Connections Literary Magazine” Features Southern Maryland Writers, Photographers, Poets
Each semester in December and May, the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites the public to hear from contributors to the ‘Connections Literary Magazine’ publication. …
CSM’s Guided Pathways Help Students Map Coursework; Stay on Path to Success
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) six Guided Pathways will lead you to a rewarding career or prepare you for transfer to a bachelor’s degree …
CSM Engineering Club Gives Thanks, Spreads Holiday Cheer to Area First Responders
Members of the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) La Plata Campus Engineering Club decided to do something special for area first responders this holiday season. …
CSM Closes for Winter Break Dec. 20 – Jan. 2
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will close at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 for its winter break and will reopen at 8 a.m., Thursday, …
Solid Brass Jazz Ensemble to perform at CSM Dec. 14
Solid Brass Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Randy Runyon, will perform at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM), La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Center …
Healthcare Pinning Ceremony Recognizes 70 CSM Graduates
The College of Southern Maryland recognized 70 students Dec. 10 for completing their Continuing Education and Workforce Development Healthcare programs in a traditional pinning ceremony. …
CSM Offers Classes for Area’s Homeschooled Students
Registration Now Open for Spring Semester That Begins January 24 The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is now providing special opportunities for homeschoolers during the …
CSM Earns Three National Awards for Marketing
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) was recognized for its talented marketing efforts at the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) District 1 …
CSM, Charles County Public Schools Offer Scholarship Fair for Parents, High School Students
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) are hosting a free Scholarship Resource Fair in December to help students and …
AmeriCorps VISTA Member Kelsey Stewart Helps CSM and St. Mary’s County Public Schools Close Workforce Gaps
Efforts Improve High School Students’ Knowledge of Higher Education When Waldorf resident Kelsey Stewart graduated with her degree in Communications and Social Influence from the …
CSM Welcomes 153 Maryland Promise Scholarship Recipients This Fall, is Second in State For Number of Recipients and Money Awarded
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) welcomed 153 recipients of the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship (MCCPS) to its campuses this fall – helping to …
CSM Holds Dual Enrollment Information Night for Parents of High School Students Nov. 12, 13 and 14
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 …
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Joins Rural Maryland Council to Present CSM with $350,000 to Build Out Velocity Center
Funding Will Provide Interior Renovation and Build Out Indian Head Technology Hub Maryland Governor Larry Hogan today joined Rural Maryland Council Board First Vice Chair …
Two Hawks Earn All-Region, All-Conference Honors at Region XX, MDJUCO Cross Country Meet
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Women’s Cross Country team ended their season with impressive times and honors at the last championship meet of the …
“Thanks Mom” – Alvey Family Brick Recognition Ceremony Surprises With Announcement of Eleanor Loretta Alvey Endowed Scholarship
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation recently partnered with a local family that wanted to honor its family matriarch in a special way. The …
CSM Faculty Lecture to Highlight Communicating and Confronting Trauma Through Veterans’ Poetry
‘Provocations’ Series to Feature Author and Veteran Wayne Karlin, Nov. 7 The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will host a lecture “Communicating and Confronting Trauma …
CSM Public Safety Officers are One Click Away with CSM Safe App
When today’s vehicle accident on Route 225 between Mitchell and Sleepy Hollow roads led to road closures and commuter delays near the La Plata Campus, …
Acclaimed Poet Jericho Brown to Share His Work at November Connection Literary Series
Poet Jericho Brown, an American Book Award Winner, will host a roundtable discussion and then read from his work at the College of Southern Maryland …
CSM Women Soccer Team Advances in Region XX Tournament
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) women’s soccer team will advance in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region XX Tournament after knocking Hagerstown …
CSM Awards Tenure to 11 Faculty Members
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) Board of Trustees awarded 11 full-time faculty members tenure at its Oct. 24, 2019 meeting. “CSM has an amazing …
CSM Hosts STEM Night for Girl Scout Troop 196
“Friday Night Lights” took on all new meaning for Girl Scout Troop 196, of Bryans Road, when they spent their troop meeting with College of …
CSM Hosts Author Mona Hanna-Attisha for 2019 One Maryland One Book Tour to Discuss: ‘What the Eyes Don’t See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City’
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) La Plata Campus is one of six November stops in the One Maryland One Book tour featuring author Dr. …
CSM Hawk Feeders Are Still Hungry For Donations; Food Drive Continues at College
Since 2017, the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has offered micro-food pantries, named Hawk Feeders, at each of CSM’s four campuses. Hawk Feeders help address …
Warm Up This November with Literary Readings, Provocations Lecture Series, Southern Maryland Chamber Players, Dual Enrollment Info Sessions and Much More at CSM
CSM Connections Literary Series Reading: Poet Jericho Brown. 7:30 p.m., Nov. 1. College of Southern Maryland (CSM), Prince Frederick Campus, John E. Harms Academic Center …
CSM Student David Sebulime Earns Educational Systems Federal Credit Union’s Community College Scholarship
Recipient is 1 of 3 Students Awarded in Maryland College of Southern Maryland (CSM) student David Sebulime, 27, is one of three students in the …
Chaney Enterprises Foundation Fund Continues Generous Support of CSM Workforce Pathway Programs with $25,000 Grant
The Chaney Enterprises Foundation Fund awarded the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) $25,000 in scholarships for students who want to enter the workforce as pre-apprentices …
More than 300 Supporters Join to Celebrate Launch of Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. Center for Leadership at the CSM
CSM Foundation Raises Nearly $300,000 toward $500,000 Goal for Generation of Leaders Saluting a legacy of Maryland leadership and decades of strong support of higher …
CSM Hosts Food Drive for its Hawk Feeders; Strives to Help Students with Food Insecurities
Since 2017, the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has offered micro-food pantries, named Hawk Feeders, at each of CSM’s four campuses. Hawk Feeders help address …
CSM Free Event Shows How Regional Partnerships Create Path to Well-Paying, Local Engineering Careers
Night of Engineering Set for Oct. 17 at Leonardtown Campus The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites potential students to a Night of Engineering on …
CSM Foundation’s 28th Annual Golf Classic Surpasses Fundraising Goals, Raises More Than $80,000 for Student Success
Event Honors Danny Williams with New Scholarship The 28th annual College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation Golf Classic presented by Marrick Homes and popular Sip …
CSM Secures Transfer Agreements for CSM Students to 46 Universities, Including the American Business School in Paris
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continues to make it easier, and more affordable, for CSM graduates to continue their academic journey to a four-year …
Medical Laboratory Technology Course Supply Requirement: Sidewalk Chalk
“Where I come from, this is called graffiti,” laughed College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Mitchell A. Levy as …
The Calvert Recorder Newspaper Shares CSM Students’ 9/11 Perspective
The Calvert Recorder newspaper today published a story entitled, “Living in a post-Sept. 11 world,” in which College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students, who were …
CSM’s Women’s Volleyball Kicks Off 2019 Season
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) women’s volleyball team started the 2019 season on the road when they traveled to Montgomery College to take on …
New CSM Safe App Features Real-Time Notifications, Puts Campus Security in Palm of Students’ Hands
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Public Safety and Preparedness Department launched a new CSM Safe App over the summer – putting critical, real-time information …
National Science Foundation Awards CSM $258,912 to Grow Region’s Cybersecurity Workforce, Boost Students’ Credentials
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded the College of Southern Maryland a $258,912 grant to support the college’s efforts to grow a cybersecurity talent …
CSM’s 2019-20 Fine Arts Schedule Promises Variety of Theater, Artists’ Talks, Musicals, Dance Presentations and Literary Readings
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces its 2019-20 fine arts program — a collection of presentations best described by the German Composer Felix Mendelssohn’s …
“When Our Rivers Collide” by Artist Wesley Clark Kicks off CSM’s Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery Exhibit
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) presents the Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery Exhibit “When Our Rivers Collide” by artist Wesley Clark Sept. 3 – …
CSM’s Women’s Soccer Kicks Off Season With High Expectations
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Hawks women’s soccer team opens its 2019 season today, Friday, Aug. 30, when the team takes on the Union …
CSM Announces Dean’s List for Summer Sessions
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has released its dean’s list for the summer sessions. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM …
CSM Foundation Welcomes Dexter Bordes As Board Director
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation announces that Dexter Bordes has joined the Foundation’s board as its newest director. A resident of Fort Washington, …
CSM’s Men’s Soccer Season Kicks Off Today As the Hawks Face Union County College
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) men’s soccer team kicked off its 2019 season today against Union County College at 12 p.m. in La Plata. …
CSM Academic Affairs Vice President Mitchell Levy Appointed Editor of ‘Synergy’ Newsletter
Publication Focuses on Student Success and Learning The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Mitchell A. Levy …
CSM’s Michelle Ruble Becomes President of National Alliance of Two-Year College Athletic Administrators
The College of Southern Maryland’s Executive Director of Student Life and Athletics Michelle Ruble has been named the president of the National Alliance of Two-Year …
CSM Welcomes Students For 2019 Fall Semester with a Busy September Calendar
CSM Offers Walk-in Schedule for Advising, Career and Transfer Services. Aug. 5-Sept. 13. College of Southern Maryland (CSM); La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses. …
Summers at CSM – One Student’s Hamlet Interpretation in English Lit is Icing on the Cake
A student enrolled in the English Composition and Literature summer class at the College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) Leonardtown Campus took her creativity to the …
College of Southern Maryland to Break Ground on New Center for Health Sciences Building at Regional Hughesville Campus
Marks New Era in Health Care for Region The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) begins a new era of health care in Southern Maryland this …
CSM Helps Working Adults, Busy Students Earn Business Management Degree in 15 Months
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) flexible learning options are designed for those with busy schedules. To meet that commitment, CSM will offer the entire …
CSM Announces Labor Day Weekend Schedule Aug. 31 – Sept. 2, Prepares for Fall Semester to Start Sept. 3
There is Still Time to Register for Fall Classes The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces all CSM campuses will be closed Monday, Sept. 2, …
CSM Appoints Hugh Burrell to Lead CSM’s Velocity Center – A Catalyst for Innovation, Workforce Development
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces the appointment of Hugh Burrell, of Dahlgren, Va., to director of the CSM Velocity Center in Indian Head. …
CSM Students – Turned CSM Employees – Advance in National Cyber FastTrack Competition, Earn Scholarships
Two previous College of Southern Maryland cybersecurity students and who now work at the college have earned $500 scholarships and guaranteed their spots as semi-finalists …
Three Local High School Graduates Sign Letters of Intent to Play Women’s Softball at CSM
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Women’s Softball Coach Becca Collins and the CSM Hawks softball program announce the signing of three players to the team …
Three CSM Nursing Students Earn Awards from the Maryland Nurses Association
Three students in the nursing program at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) were recently recognized by the Maryland Nurses Association (MNA) for their outstanding …
CSM Introduces 7-Week, Evening Terms to Accelerate Student Completion This Fall
Empowers Students to Obtain Business Management AAS Degree The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is meeting the needs of today’s busy students by launching accelerated …
August Ramps Up with Golf Classic, Center for Health Sciences Groundbreaking, Warm Welcomes to CSM’s Students and Families
CSM Observes Code Green Fridays. Fridays through Aug. 9. College of Southern Maryland (CSM), all campuses. In an effort to decrease energy costs during the …
Six CSM Adult Education Learners Earn Certificates in Hospitality from the American Hotel and Lodging Association
Six English language learners at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recently completed civic and language classes that included earning pins and certificates in Guest …
CSM’s Center for Transportation Remains Ready As National Demand for CDL Drivers Continues in the Face of Impending New Federal Regulations
The need for truck drivers with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL) in Southern Maryland and beyond is loud and clear at the College of Southern Maryland …
Seven CSM Student Athletes Achieve Grades Earning Them NJCAA All-Academic Teams Distinction
Seven College of Southern Maryland (CSM) student athletes recently earned the distinction of being named to the 2018-19 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Academic …
Top Speeches Earn CSM Students $500 Scholarships
Two College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students took home CSM Foundation scholarships after winning top scores at CSM’s annual public speaking competition. Thomas D. Lambert, …
Greater Waldorf Jaycees, CSM Foundation Award Scholarships to 26 Charles County Students
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation and the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Foundation recently joined to award 14 scholarships to Charles County students starting at …
‘We Are a Better Institution Because of Our Students;’ CSM Recognizes Graduates for Academic Excellence
Several College of Southern Maryland (CSM) graduates and the Spring 2019 Faculty Excellence Award recipient were recognized for their achievements during the college’s recent annual …
CSM’s Prince Frederick Campus Student Association Celebrates Art in All Forms
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) celebrates art in all its forms. In this spirit, the CSM Prince Frederick Campus Student Association recently sponsored its …
CSM Closes July 4-5 in Observance of Independence Day
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will be closed Thursday and Friday, July 4-5, in recognition of the Independence Day holiday. CSM’s St. Charles Children’s …
Kids’ & Teen College Offers Summer Experiences That Go Beyond Expectations
CSM’s New Summer Flight Academy Encourages Students to Soar Kids’ and Teen College at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continues with its tradition of …
Kids’ and Teen College, Chautauqua, Summer Flight Academy are Just a Few of the Happenings at CSM this July
CSM Observes Code Green Fridays. Fridays through Aug. 9, College of Southern Maryland (CSM), all campuses. In an effort to decrease energy costs during the …
Students Explore ‘Second Chances’ During CSM’s Social Justice Day
Students at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) spent several weeks this spring exploring the theme of “Second Chances,” with a focus at various times …
CSM Student Government Association Honors Students For Being Wizards at Success
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recognized several students for their service to the community and positive impact on all students during a Harry Potter-themed …
CSM Construction Management Students join CSM Faculty and Staff to Help Family During National Rebuilding Day
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) construction management students recently had the opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom to a real-world need. More than …
CSM’s La Plata Aquatic Center To Be Closed Sunday, June 9
The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) La Plata Campus Aquatic Center will close Sunday, June 9, due to limited staffing. The one-day closure impacts the …
CSM Announces Spring Session Dean’s List
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has released its dean’s list for the spring session. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM …
CSM Honors Its Student Athletes at 2019 Banquet
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) rounded out the spring semester by celebrating the 2018-2019 accomplishments of its student athletes at the college’s annual athletic …
CSM Nursing Recognition Ceremony Celebrates 54 Nursing Graduates
Included among the many ceremonies connected to the College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) 60th Spring Commencement this May was a traditional nurse pinning recognition held …
CSM Commemorates 60th Spring Commencement with 522 Candidates Receiving 546 Degrees, 244 Certificates
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) celebrated 522 candidates for 546 associate degrees and 244 certificates during its 60th spring commencement ceremonies May 17 at …
2019 Spring Commencement Candidates for Graduation
The following students were recognized as candidates for associate degrees, certificates or letters of recognition at the 60th Spring Commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 17 …
Hawks Take Region XX Title, Head to Indiana to Make Second Straight National Championship Appearance
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Hawks golf team captured its second consecutive Region XX Tournament title over the May 4-5 weekend. With this victory, …