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SMCM SMCM Psychology Students, Alumni and Professors Present at Society for Personality and Social Psychology Conference

SMCM Psychology Students, Alumni and Professors Present at Society for Personality and Social Psychology Conference Angela Draheim March 04, 2021 - 5:24 pm March 04, 2021 Students Katie Agate '21, Mason Drusano '22, Janna Mawuli '22, Sonder Van Wert '23, alumni Ceara Daugherty '20, Anna Moorehead '20, and assistant professors of psychology Gili Freedman and Kristina Howansky presented virtual posters at the 22nd Annual Meeting of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP)...

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CSM Join Poets Daisy Zamora and George Evans for Readings and Discussion at CSM’s Virtual Connections Literary Series March 18

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites the public to join in welcoming poets Daisy Zamora and George Evans as its Connections Literary Series guests March 18 for an afternoon of readings and discussion on Zoom. The 1 p.m. virtual event is free. CSM invites the public to hear from poets George Evans and Daisy Zamora during its Connections Literary Series March 18 Daisy Zamora is the author of numerous poetry books in Spanish, a collection of political essays, and she edited the...

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Charles Co. Billingsley librarian honored for focus on agriculture in teaching

The Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation, Inc. (MAEF) recently honored Billingsley Elementary School librarian Bethany Thornton with the Velma Clark Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award. The award recognizes educators who demonstrate a commitment to teaching students about the importance of agriculture. Thornton was surprised at the news she was chosen for recognition. “I was surprised and excited at the same time. It was completely unexpected,” she said. Thornton has...

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CSM Part 2 of ‘Bridging Our Gaps’ Virtual Community Conversation Series Explores Americans’ Views of Policing

St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) and the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continue the four-part virtual series, ‘Bridging Our Gaps: Community Conversations to Rebuild Our Democracy’ with a March 10 event examining public views of policing in America. The public is invited to join Dr. Antonio Ugues, Jr., director of SMCM’s Center for the Study of Democracy for a look at “Attitudes on Policing in America.” The springboard for the conversation is the 2020 Study on Democracy and...

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CSM Maryland Department of Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz Tours CSM Velocity Center – Where Education and Innovation Meet

Maryland Department of Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz visited the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Velocity Center today as part of her tour through the Town of Indian Head to see first-hand a number of successful economic development initiatives that showcase the power of partnerships between the town, local developers, the U.S. Navy and CSM. CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy briefs Md. Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz about the Velocity Center. CSM celebrated the completion of the...

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Charles Co. CCPS students competing in nationwide a cappella event

Five Charles County high school a cappella groups are competing in the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) Varsity Vocals quarterfinals singing competition next Friday, March 12. This year’s event is virtual and features playlists of submitted performance videos. All submitted performances air live on YouTube starting at 7 p.m. The live stream will air at . Competing next Friday in the Mid-Atlantic Region, quarterfinal one group, are the Spartones from St...

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CSM CSM’s Business Administration Degree and Allied Health Program Earn Top Ranking in the U.S.

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has been awarded top ranking status for its Associate of Science in Business Administration Degree and for its Allied Health programs by Intelligent.com. CSM was listed among thousands of public institutions in the nation, and the comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 2,277 accredited colleges and universities. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment before...

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Charles Co. Board to meet in person March 9 for monthly meeting

The Board of Education’s next regular meeting is 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9. The Board will meet in person at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building. The Starkey Building is located at 5980 Radio Station Road in La Plata. The meeting will stream live on the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) website, www.ccboe.com, and air on Comcast Channel 96 and Verizon Fios Channel 12. CCPS will rebroadcast the meeting as well as post it on CCPSTV under the Board meeting menu at ccboe.com...

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SMCM Part 2 of ‘Bridging Our Gaps’ Virtual Community Conversation Series Explores Americans’ Views of Policing

Part 2 of ‘Bridging Our Gaps’ Virtual Community Conversation Series Explores Americans’ Views of Policing Michael Bruckler March 02, 2021 - 3:18 pm March 02, 2021 St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) and the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continue the four-part virtual series, ‘Bridging Our Gaps: Community Conversations to Rebuild Our Democracy’ with a March 10 event examining public views of policing in America. The public is invited to join Antonio Ugues Jr., SMCM associate...

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Charles Co. CCPS meal site changes coming March 22 with start of Phase 2

Beginning Monday, March 22, Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) will implement the following changes to its mobile meals and curbside meal distribution programs. The changes accommodate the reopening of schools for Phase 2 in-person instruction on March 22. Students returning for Phase 2 in person attend school Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Meal program changes Friday, March 19, is the final day for morning curbside meal hours of 7 to 8 a.m. Friday, March 19, is the final day...

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CSM Diverse: Issues in Higher Education Recognizes CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy as One of 25 Top Leading Women in American High Ed

College of Southern Maryland President Dr. Maureen Murphy has been named to “Diverse: Issues in Higher Education” magazine’s annual report recognizing 25 women for their significant contributions to higher education in America. Murphy will be featured in the magazine’s Women’s History Month edition, which publishes March 4. Murphy is one of two community college leaders on the 2021 class of leading women in higher education list, which celebrates women who have made a difference in higher...

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SMCM St. Mary’s College of Maryland Launches Innovative Study-Abroad Program with Verto Education

St. Mary’s College of Maryland Launches Innovative Study-Abroad Program with Verto Education Michael Bruckler March 01, 2021 - 9:52 am March 01, 2021 St. Mary’s College of Maryland has partnered with Verto Education, to offer a study-abroad program that combines the classroom experience with expeditions, hands-on projects, and service-learning for first-year students. Prospective first-year students to St. Mary’s College who participate in this “gap year without the gap” would begin their...

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Charles Co. The write stuff — Students connect with author over Zoom

As a kid growing up in Los Angeles, author Lisa Yee would go to the library and check out as many books as she could carry. Many Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) gifted and talented students agree that they can relate. “Have you ever been reading a book and you’re so into it, you don’t know time has passed,” Yee asked during recent Zoom meetings with CCPS gifted and talented middle school students. “Someone has to write these books.” Students recently read one of Yee’s works...

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Charles Co. North Point teacher named state ACTE Teacher of the Year

The Maryland Career and Technical Administrators (MCTA) recently named North Point High School welding teacher Frank Holiday as the 2021 Maryland Association for Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year. The award recognizes new Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers who make significant contributions to CTE programs. Holiday has been teaching in the welding program at North Point since 2018. He said he was surprised to learn he was named teacher of the year. “When I...

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St. Mary's Co. Community Partners Awarded Grant to Address Childhood Trauma

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 1, 2021 Joint Release: St. Mary’s County Health Department St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office St. Mary’s County Public Schools St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services LEONARDTOWN, MD - (March 1, 2021) – The St. Mary’s County Equity Task Force in partnership with the St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services was selected for grant funding through the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) to address adverse...

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CSM Don’t Miss Dual Enrollment/Transfer Sessions, ‘Bridging Our Gaps’ Series, Connections w/ Daisy Zamora & George Evans Events + More at CSM

Transfer Thursdays: 11 a.m. March 4 – 18. Zoom. CSM hosts transfer institutions virtually each Thursday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Representatives from two different institutions will be available to chat with students and help navigate their future transfer experience. RSVPs are required to access Zoom information. Free. csmd.edu/transferthursdays. Dual Enrollment Parent Night, Calvert County. 6 – 7 p.m. March 2. Online. CSM’s Dual Enrollment Program and the Career and Technology Education...

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Charles Co. CCPS staff honored for accomplishments to gifted education students, programs

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Maryland State Advisory Council on Gifted and Talented Education honored eight Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) educators for their efforts and accomplishments in gifted education. Kristen Modes, CCPS instructional specialist for gifted education, was honored with an Outstanding Educator in Gifted and Talented Education – Local School or School System Program Coordinator Award. Modes has been in her current role for the past two...

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Charles Co. CCPS students honored for gifted education achievements

Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Maryland State Advisory Council on Gifted and Talented Education on Feb. 25 honored 34 Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students for gifted education accomplishments. Students are nominated for the recognition by the learning resource teacher at their schools. Criteria include academic performance at a high level, participation in a gifted education program, and being a current recipient of a local school system, state or national...

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SMCM St. Mary’s College presents 2021 Margaret Brent Lecturer Sarah Deer

St. Mary’s College presents 2021 Margaret Brent Lecturer Sarah Deer Michael Bruckler February 25, 2021 - 8:42 am February 25, 2021 St. Mary’s College of Maryland presents legal scholar, university professor and activist for indigenous women Sarah Deer as this year’s Margaret Brent Lecturer on Wednesday, March 10 at 8 p.m. via Zoom: www.smcm.edu/deer. The 2021 Margaret Brent Lecture and Award Ceremony is presented by the College’s women, gender and sexuality studies program. Ending...

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SMCM Visiting Instructor and Alum Katia Meisinger's Artwork Included in "Red"Online Exhibition

Visiting Instructor and Alum Katia Meisinger's Artwork Included in "Red"Online Exhibition Jessica McDowell February 24, 2021 - 4:50 pm February 24, 2021 Artwork by visiting Instructor and SMCM art alumna Katia Meisinger is included in the online exhibition Red at the Colors of Humanity Art Gallery during the month of February. The piece, "Red Room," was included in Meisinger's 2019 senior exhibition at SMCM's Boyden Gallery. Artists from around the world were called to submit their work...

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