Anne Arundel Community CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Term 2026

The semester, explained for Anne Arundel Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 2026
Campus terms
12
Local details
17

Academic calendar

Fall Term 2026 runs Aug 29, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

24 entries
  1. Summer 2026 12-week sessionSummer Term 2026
  2. Summer 2026 Second eight-week session
  3. Summer 2026 Second six-week session
  4. Fall Term 2026Relevant now
  5. Fall 2026 First eight-week session
  6. Fall 2026 15-week session
  7. Fall 2026 13-week session
  8. Fall 2026 Second eight-week session
  9. Winter 2026-2027 Five-week sessionWinter Term 2026-2027
  10. Winter 2026-2027 Two-week sessionWinter 2027 Two-week session
  11. Spring 2027 First eight-week session
  12. Spring 2027 15-week sessionSpring Term 2027
  13. Spring 2027 13-week session
  14. Spring 2027 Second eight-week session
  15. Summer 2027 First six-week session
  16. Summer 2027 First eight-week session
  17. Summer 2027 12-week sessionSummer Term 2027
  18. Summer 2027 Second eight-week session
  19. Summer 2027 Second six-week session

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Campus language

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12 terms

A

AMIL
The common shorthand and building code for the Arundel Mills satellite campus location.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans on-campus events and entertainment.

H

Hawk's Nest
The main cafeteria and dining area located in the Student Union building.

J

Java City
The coffee shop and cafe located inside the Truxal Library (LRC).

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community college students.

R

Riverhawk
The official mascot of AACC, used to refer to the student body and athletic teams.
Riverhawks
The official mascot and the collective name used to refer to the student body.

S

SAGA
Sexuality and Gender Alliance, a student organization supporting the LGBTQ+ community.
SGA
Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student population.
SVA
Student Veterans of America; the organization providing support and community for military-affiliated students.

T

The Nest
A common shorthand for the Hawk's Nest dining area or the general student lounge in the Student Union.
The Point
A common reference to the main Arnold campus, distinguishing it from satellite locations.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

17 details
CADE
Cade Center for Fine Arts, the hub for visual arts, gallery space, and music.
CALT
Center for Applied Learning and Technology, housing business and technology labs.
Canvas
The online learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
chick_fil_a
Chick-fil-A
CRSC
Careers Center, the building housing career services and various vocational classrooms.
DRGN
Dragun Science Building, where most biology and chemistry labs are located.
HLSB
Health and Life Sciences Building, a state-of-the-art facility for nursing and health programs.
Late Start
A term for accelerated 8-week courses that begin in the middle of the standard fall or spring semester.
LBRY
Andrew G. Truxal Library; the main campus library and study space.
LRC
Learning Resources Center, the building that houses the Andrew G. Truxal Library.
MyAACC
The primary student portal used to access email, register for classes, and view financial aid.
OneCard
The official AACC student identification card used for printing, library services, and campus discounts.
Self-Service
The specific tool within MyAACC used for searching for classes, registering, and paying tuition.
subway
Subway
SUN
Student Union; the central building for student life, dining, and the bookstore.
The Bridge
The online platform used to discover student clubs, join organizations, and track campus involvement.
the_hawk_s_nest_grill_and_deli
The Hawk's Nest Grill and Deli

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 2026 runs Aug 29, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 17 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Arnold for Anne Arundel Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Arnold.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,707

Cost of Living Index

120

Student Population

5,200

City Transportation

Walkability

30

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Maryland Transit Administration commuter bus, Anne Arundel County local bus services

Nearest Airports

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

55°F

Avg Snowfall

13 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lots A-M

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Student and visitor parking is free in these lots; faculty/staff spaces are reserved until 7 p.m.

Glen Burnie Town Center Garage

garage • Available

Free parking for AACC students and visitors at the Glen Burnie location.

Campus News

Latest updates from Anne Arundel Community College

Leadership Anne Arundel Welcomes 51 Members to Flagship Class of 2027

Leadership Anne Arundel launched its Flagship Class of 2027, including participants from the AACC Foundation.

Sep 17, 2026

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AACC Recognizes 20th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

The college marked the 20th anniversary of the dedication of the only memorial in Maryland honoring Dr. King.

Aug 28, 2026

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Dr. Tanya Millner Appointed Interim President

Dr. Tanya Millner began her tenure as interim president following the retirement of Dr. Dawn Lindsay.

Jul 1, 2026

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Update on Peeping Tom/Hidden Camera incident: Suspect identified as a student and barred from campus; investigation ongoing.

Update on Peeping Tom/Hidden Camera incident: Suspect identified as a student and barred from campus; investigation ongoing.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Anne Arundel Community College

U.S. Army Field Band Chamber Recital

September 21, 2026

Arnold Campus

A free concert and career conversation with the U.S. Army Field Band.

Healthcare Information Session

September 24, 2026

AACC at Arundel Mills

Free information session on healthcare programs, scholarship, and payment options.

LinkedIn Workshop

September 24, 2026

Online

Learn how to build a strong, professional LinkedIn presence to showcase skills and career goals.

Skilled Trades Programs Information Session

September 24, 2026

Arnold Campus

Learn about programs, payment, and scholarship options for skilled trades.

Computing Venus Opera

September 25, 2026

Cade Center for Fine Arts

Opera AACC, the AACC Chamber Singers, and the AACC Concert Choir present 'Computing Venus,' an opera inspired by the life of astronomer Maria Mitchell.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@aacc.edu

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