The College of Southern Maryland welcomed U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen and other dignitaries including Maryland Delegate Edith Patterson, Indian Head Mayor Brandon Paulin and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD) to the college’s Velocity Center at Indian Head on July 26 as part of a briefing on the project.
The CSM Velocity Center at Indian Head is a unique facility promoting collaboration between the college and NSWC...
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So. Md Education News
News from the local county public and private schools and colleges.
CSM 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 in the national Cyber FastTrack competition. CSM Systems Administrators and CSM CyberHawk Club sponsors Daniel Polhemus and Caleb Craft were two of 200 competitors to earn scholarships and 541 competitors tapped to continue in the CyberStart games which started earlier in the year with a field of 13,289 U.S. students.
The...
Dear Friends,
This weekend has been filled with tragedy resulting from gun violence: In El Paso, in Dayton, and in our own Charles County. We are heartsick over so many senseless deaths, and we grieve as a community.
These actions are the antithesis of what we stand for as a college, and our role has never been more important. Our actions speak loudly and must reflect our values: Diversity, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Knowledge, Respect, and Teamwork.
In a few weeks, thousands of...
CSM Greater Waldorf Jaycees Partner with CSM To Make A $1.3 Million Impact For CSM Students Over 20 Years
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 CSM and renewed 12 scholarships for returning CSM students. Over the last 20 consecutive years, the foundations’ partnership has awarded 510 Charles County students more than $1.3 million to pursue higher education through a joint scholarship fund. Video of the ceremony is available at .
For full coverage of the...
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 for the upcoming 2019-20 season. Haley Hands, of Morganza and Chopticon High School; Laila Brooks, of Leonardtown and Leonardtown High School; and Aleah Davis, of Brandywine and Gwynn Park High School recently signed their letters of intent to join the Hawks.
Hands has played catcher, third base and shortstop. According to maxpreps.com...
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 academic careers in CSM’s rigorous program. Abena Acheampong, Jessica Fantaccione and Michael Howard were honored during the MNA District 9 Annual Awards Dinner for their outstanding academic careers – to date.
Fantaccione earned MNA’s coveted Nursing Student of the Year. Polk said the Nursing Student of the Year award is...
Empowers Students to Obtain Business Management AAS Degree in 18 months
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is meeting the needs of today’s busy students by launching accelerated classes for most evening classes this fall. This new student success initiative builds on students’ abilities to retain greater information within shorter structured time periods. In addition, CSM will offer the entire Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree program in an accelerated...
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM)’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has yet another star on its team – a Maryland State Star, to be exact. SBDC Business Consultant Wynne Briscoe took the title of State Star at the recent national conference of America’s Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC), a recognition that gives her the top title in Maryland for being the state’s outstanding SBDC business consultant of the year.
Since joining the SBDC network in November 2016, Briscoe...
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) soccer coaches are hosting a soccer clinic for area goalkeepers who are ages 13 to 19 years old and who want to gain experience, learn advanced techniques and develop tactical knowledge.
The CSM Soccer Goalkeeper Clinic will be held Monday, Aug. 12 through Thursday, Aug. 15 from 5-8 p.m. at CSM’s La Plata Campus soccer field, located at 8730 Mitchell Road.
Athletes should come fully equipped with their gear, including cleats, shin guards and gloves...
CSM 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 summer months, CSM has been running a Code Green initiative that started May 24 and will continue each Friday through Aug. 9. During Code Green days, most CSM buildings and services will close at 1:30 p.m. on Fridays and remain closed throughout the weekend. Code Green does not affect the St. Charles’ Children’s Learning Center at CSM...
CSM 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 Services Professional Making Connections in Hospitality provided by the Certification Commission of the American Hotel and Lodging Association.
All residents of Charles County, the learners were students in the Integrated Education and Training Workforce Preparation class held through CSM’s Adult Education program in...
CSM CSM’s Center for Transportation Remains Ready As National Demand for CDL Drivers Continues in the Face of Impending New Federal Regulations
Michael Richards, of Newburg, Maryland, practices his parking skills during his CDL class at CSM’s Center for Transportation.
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 (CSM), said Mary Beth McCollum, senior director at CSM’s Center for Transportation Training. Enrollment is steady, but more than that, employers are knocking.
One such company is Green Bay, Wisconsin-based...
The 14th Annual Free Grant Training Seminar at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) La Plata Campus Sept. 12 will offer expert tips in how to identify potential funders, write solid grant requests and tap into the many local, regional and national resources available to nonprofits.
The event will be held 1:30–4:30 p.m. at the CSM Center for Business and Industry (BI Building), Chaney Enterprises Conference Room 113. The campus is located at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata.
Sponsored by...
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 First, Second and Third Teams.
Katelyn Kluh, of La Plata, earned a place on the NJCAA All-Academic First Team. She is shown here receiving the Vice President Cup from CSM Vice President of Student Equity and Success Tracy Harris for her impressive contributions to the La Plata Campus Student Government...
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, of Lexington Park, and Stephanie Kay Arnone, of Chesapeake Beach, delivered the prize-winning, seven-minute speeches to each earn a $500 award to further their educations.
Lambert’s gave his informative speech on stress management and highlighted how to recognize and mitigate it.
During his 11 years of military...
Dr. Mosser has notified the College of Southern Maryland he is resigning effective June 17, 2019 to pursue other career interests.
The college thanks Dr. Mosser for his many contributions to CSM and to continuing education and workforce development here and across the higher education community.
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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 CSM and renewed 12 scholarships for returning CSM students. Over the last 20 consecutive years, the foundations’ partnership has awarded 510 Charles County students more than $1.3 million to pursue higher education through a joint scholarship fund.
“Also, recently, I shared some really exciting news that our college has...
CSM CSM Brick Ceremony Pays Tribute at Prince Frederick Campus to Those Who Leave Lasting Impressions
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation members paused June 25 to recognize eight individuals who have made lasting impressions on the CSM community during the annual Prince Frederick Campus brick recognition ceremony. The CSM Foundation’s Honorary and Memorial Brick Recognition Program pays lasting tribute to the lives and contributions of those who have positively influenced others.
A brick was installed along the entrance walkway of Building A in memory of CSM Testing Center...
CSM “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 Academic Excellence Awards reception. More than 30 students were hailed for maintaining high grade point averages in their areas of study while also balancing family and jobs – and in many cases two jobs.
“To thine own self be true,” shared 2018 Faculty Excellence Award Recipient and reception guest speaker...
CSM Maryland Department of Labor Designates College of Southern Maryland as Provider of Charles County Adult Education Program Effective July 1
The Maryland Department of Labor (Labor) has designated the College of Southern Maryland to be the provider for Adult Education in Charles County, effective July 1, 2019.
Charles County’s classes and services have been provided for many years by the Lifelong Learning Center of the Charles County Public Schools. Details for the transfer of the program to CSM have been finalized by Labor’s Office of Adult Education and Literacy Services. In Maryland, these classes are grant-funded through...