March 29, 2024

CSM Graduates Largest Winter Class to Date

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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recognized 649 candidates for degrees and certificates during its 15th Winter Commencement held Jan. 16 at the La Plata campus.

“Each one of our graduates has a story and we are proud of each and every one of them. Each one has so much potential and it is our responsibility to prepare them to be successful in achieving their future goals,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried.

Dr. Gottfried told students that he is impressed at the perseverance of students who have completed their studies while working, raising families and volunteering in the community.

“You have chosen to make sacrifices in your life now in order to invest in a more promising future. We hope you stay part of this college, your college, and to your community. This is now your alma mater and we take great pride in your accomplishments,” Dr. Gottfried said.

The college awarded 625 associate degrees and 298 certificates: 40.4 percent of the students receiving awards are from Charles County, 30.2 percent are from St. Mary’s County and 24.7 percent are from Calvert County, while 4.8 percent are from outside of the region. One-quarter of all associate’s degree candidates for graduation earned a 3.5 grade point average or higher.

The ceremony marked CSM’s milestone of its largest winter graduating class ever. Associate degrees were awarded predominantly in the fields of general studies, business administration, and arts and sciences, while general studies: transfer and advanced and basic accounting topped the list as the most popular certificates. Of the graduates, more than 64 percent are female, the oldest graduate is 71 and the youngest graduate is 17.

For photos and additional stories from commencement, visit http://csmphoto.zenfolio.com/14jangrad/h1beb3c4b#hdf99670

For information about the college, call 301-934-7765 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499 or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7765 or visit www.csmd.edu.

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