Check Out CSM’s Veterans Lounge
The Veterans Lounge at the College of Southern Maryland’s La Plata Campus has been renovated, and the college is excited to show it off. An open house is scheduled at the lounge from 10:30 to 11:30 am Nov. 9.
Job Growth Continues in October
US Department of Labor’s October 2016 jobs report shows continued trend of job growth; 142,000 private sector jobs were added and the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.9 percent.
F-35B Testing Begins Aboard USS America
The US Marine Corps has started testing its F-35B Lightning IIs aboard the Navy’s amphibious assault ship, USS America. Two F-35Bs will undergo the third shipboard phase of developmental test and five are scheduled to conduct operational testing.
Healthy Partnership Plans Annual Meeting
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership will host its second annual meeting from 8 am to noon Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016, at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center.
Bring the Kids for Eco-Exploration of Cats
Cold weather does not stop us from exploring the ecosystem at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center. There’s a big difference between house cats and bobcats, and November’s Eco-Exploration will tackle that topic. House cats are not just smaller versions of bobcats. This regular feature at Annmarie is set for 10 to 11 am Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016.
CSM Searching for 5th President
College of Southern Maryland President Dr. Brad Gottfried is retiring in 2017, and the College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees has launched a national search for the fifth president of the institution. The board is looking for an educational leader with experience and a track record of innovation, collaboration, and inspiration.
Hoyer Meets With Local Links Chapters
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) met with members of The Links, Incorporated chapters to discuss the need for congressional action to address the epidemic of gun violence in the US.
Imagine One Awarded NAVSEA ISAO Contract
Imagine One Technology & Management Ltd. has been awarded the Naval Sea Systems Command International Security Assistance Office task order under SeaPort-e to provide technical assistance in support of all NAVSEA and affiliated Program Executive Office-managed foreign military sales cases.
Walden Offers Services to Stop Cycle of Violence
October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Walden Behavioral Health is reminding Southern Maryland residents that the organization is ready and willing to help when needed.
Golf Classic Raises Money for Scholarships, Athletics
Sponsorships and in-kind donations meant big money raised at the College of Southern Maryland Foundation’s 25th Annual Golf Classic. The tournament was held at Swan Point Yacht & Country Club on Aug. 18, 2016, and raised $73,687 for the foundation’s initiatives, such as athletics and student scholarships for credit and workforce development programs.
