New recycling effort kicks off at CSM As part of its ongoing program to encourage students, faculty and staff to conserve resources & work to reduce our carbon footprint, CSM has joined with 673 other institutions across the country in signing the “American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment.” As part of the “pledge” agreement, CSM is pledging to eliminate the campus’s net greenhouse gas emissions in a reasonable period of time.
Starting this fall, CSM has placed special “sets” of recycling bins in every building on campus. The metal bins – labeled Paper, Plastic/Cans, Glass and Waste – are designed to make it easier to sort/recycle trash – and will eventually allow CSM to cut down on the number of dumpsters on campus and the number of trash pick-ups required each week. This action follows on the heels of CSM going tray-less in the dining hall last year and eliminating all Styrofoam on campus.
“At CSM, we believe we have a responsibility to lead by example in modeling ways to be good stewards of our environment,” said Dr. Maryanne Stevens, RSM, CSM president. “In doing so, we provide awareness to our campus community so they can go forward and do the same in their own lives.”
CSM recognized by US News & World Report for racial & economic diversity In addition to ranking in the top tier for baccalaureate colleges in the Midwest region for 2010, College of Saint Mary (CSM) was recognized by US News & World Report in the category of racial diversity – coming in at number five among baccalaureate colleges in the Midwest region – and economic diversity – coming in at number six among its peer institutions.
CSM takes top spot in two categories in OWH's Metro Guide On Aug. 1, the Omaha World-Herald published its annual Metro Guide. This year's special section, titled "The WOW Factor," highlighted weird, wild, wonderful and wacky stuff in & around Omaha.
In the Education category, College of Saint Mary took the top prize for "Prettiest College Campus" for its East Campus Park and overall campus beauty, along with top prize for "Most Bizarre College Intramural Sport" for broomball.
CSM welcomes Dana College students In response to the devastating news of the closing of Dana College, a liberal arts institution with a rich 126-year tradition, College of Saint Mary is committed to assisting Dana students and their families in this time of transition. CSM welcomes the young women of the Dana community with significant financial aid packages, straight-forward articulation agreements and a supportive environment that calls forth potential and fosters leadership.
48 High School Students attend Latina Summer Academy at CSM College of Saint Mary welcomed 48 Latina high school students to campus for the 2010 Latina Summer Academy, June 20-25. The Latina Summer Academy (LSA) is a weeklong workshop for ninth and 10th grade Latina students that focuses on intensive study in math, science and technology – with the intent of promoting high school academic achievement and college matriculation for a segment of society that is often underserved and neglected. Additionally, the LSA is designed to increase the self-esteem of Latinas by addressing the societal, cultural and familial pressures they face.
Spring 2010 Dean's List CSM has released the Spring 2010 Dean's List. To make the Dean’s List at CSM, a full-time student must successfully complete at least 12 semester hours and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above in the semester.
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CSM receives award for Latina Scholarship Program College of Saint Mary is pleased to announce it has received the prestigious Frances Warde Medal for its program that offers scholarships to Latina women. The award is presented by the Conference for Mercy Higher Education – a consortium of the 18 colleges/universities in the United States that are sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy.
260 graduate from CSM in spring commencement ceremony College of Saint Mary congratulates everyone who earned degrees during its spring commencement ceremony held May 16 in the Grand Ballroom of Qwest Center-Omaha. The commencement address was delivered by Sr. Marilyn Lacey, RSM, founding director of Mercy Without Borders, and degrees were presented by Dr. Maryanne Stevens, RSM, College of Saint Mary President.
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Click here for photos from CSM commencement at the Qwest Center
CSM featured in Southwest Airlines' Spirit magazine College of Saint Mary is one of the educational institutions featured in a special section called, "Meet Omaha," in the latest edition of Spirit magazine. The 32-page spread highlights the city of Omaha and everything it has to offer residents and visitors. Check out page 128 to see the section on CSM.
CSM Names Marie Curie Scholars for 2010 College of Saint Mary is proud to announce that Maryann Forsell, Skyler Bentley, and Ischel Gonzalez-Kelso have been selected as Marie Curie Scholars starting with the 2010/11 academic year. The scholarships were presented to the students this week via the “CSM Prize Patrol” that visited each student’s high school.
More than 200 volunteer across Omaha for 'Spirit of Service Day' For the 12th straight year, College of Saint Mary students, faculty and staff fanned out across Omaha today for CSM ‘Spirit of Service Day’ 2010. This annual effort follows the example of the University’s founders, the Sisters of Mercy, and embraces the CSM mission which encourages regard for the dignity of each person and compassionate service to others.
CSM named to President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll For the second year in a row, College of Saint Mary has been named to the 2009 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll – the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service learning and civic engagement. Administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service, the Honor Roll recognizes institutions for their impact on issues from poverty and homelessness to the environment. “At CSM, our students contribute over 6,440 hours of service to the greater Omaha area through service-learning courses every year,” said Dr. Jennifer Reed-Bouley, director of service learning. “This honor truly recognizes the students’ dedication and commitment to improving our local and national communities.” CSM offers at least 15 courses every year that include service learning – allowing students to apply what is learned in the classroom to serving others.
CSM Concert Series Click Here for more information on the CSM Concert Series, including the complete concert schedule and admission information.
Hillmer Art Gallery Exhibits Click Here for more information on the Hillmer Art Gallery, including gallery hours and contact information.
Athletics For more information on CSM Athletics, including information on the teams and game schedules, Click Here.
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