Barry UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Miami Shores, FL. Operating on a semester system.

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Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Barry University

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 2026
Campus terms
16
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

18 entries
  1. Fall A 2026Fall Session A 2026
  2. Fall 2026Relevant now
  3. Fall B 2026Fall Session B 2026
  4. Spring A 2027Spring Session A 2027
  5. Spring 2027
  6. Spring B 2027Spring Session B 2027
  7. Summer Session I A 2027Summer Session IA 2027
  8. Summer I 2027Summer Session I 2027
  9. Summer II 2027Summer Session II 2027
  10. Summer Session II A 2027Summer Session IIA 2027

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Campus language

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16 terms

B

Barry Pride
A common phrase used during campus spirit events and athletic games.
Bev
Bevilacqua Hall, a primary residence hall on campus.
BSU
Black Student Union, a prominent cultural organization on campus.
Bucs
Short for Buccaneers, the official mascot and the collective name for Barry students.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans campus events.
Chick-n-Grill
The on-campus retail dining option specializing in grilled and fried chicken.

F

Flex
Flex Dollars, the declining balance currency loaded onto the BucCard for campus dining.
Flood
Flood Hall, a residence hall often housing upperclassmen.

H

HSA
Haitian Student Association, a student group celebrating Haitian culture and heritage.

K

Kolasa
Kolasa Hall, a residence hall located on the campus perimeter.

L

LSA
Latinx Student Association, an organization focused on Latin American culture.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for students.

T

The Buc
The Buccaneer Café (Buc Café), a retail dining location offering quick meals.
The Roussell
The Roussell Dining Hall, the main all-you-care-to-eat facility on campus.
The Shores
Refers to Miami Shores, the suburban neighborhood where the main campus is located.

W

Weber
Weber Hall, one of the central residence halls.

Places and practicalities

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

13 details
Andreas
Andreas Hall, which houses the School of Business and administrative offices.
BucCard
The official Barry University identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
bucky_s_cove
Bucky's Cove
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where professors post syllabi, assignments, and grades.
Commuter Lockers
Storage units available in the Landon Student Union for students who do not live on campus.
Gato
The Gato Building, home to the Gato Gallery and various academic spaces.
Powers
Powers Hall, an academic building used for various disciplines.
Public Safety
The campus security department responsible for 24/7 safety and emergency response.
roussell_dining_hall
Roussell Dining Hall
Thompson
Thompson Hall, which houses student services and academic departments.
union_market
Union Market
Wiegand
The Wiegand Center, the primary facility for athletics and fitness.
Workday
The administrative portal used by students for course registration, financial aid, and viewing grades.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 13 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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Using DormWay at Barry University

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Syllabi Analyzed

7

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BIO MEDICAL ETHICSFirst-Year Composition and RhetoricFIRST YEAR WRITING STUDIOGENERAL BIOLOGY IIIndividual Counseling ProceduresIntroduction to Digital LiteracyResearch Methodology in Sport and Exercise Science

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Life in Miami Shores for Barry University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Miami Shores.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,233

Cost of Living Index

120

Student Population

7,500

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Miami-Dade Transit bus network, Nearby Metrorail and Tri-Rail connections

Nearest Airports

Miami International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical monsoon

Avg Annual Temp

77°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Landon Student Union Parking

surface_lot

Virtual permit required; virtual permits linked to tag number.

Thompson Hall Parking

surface_lot

Virtual permit required.

Campus News

Latest updates from Barry University

Barry University secures $500K in state appropriations for First Responder Risk Detection Training

The funding will support risk detection training programs for first responders in South Florida.

Nov 3, 2026

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Barry University Celebrates Distinguished Alumni at Ruby Night

Eight distinguished alumni were honored for achievement and service, featuring a $100,000 pledge from a graduate.

Oct 27, 2026

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Barry University Receives $100,000 Moss Foundation Grant

The grant supports EMS, Fire Academy, and Emergency Management programs as enrollment grows.

Jun 23, 2026

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All systems operational as of 2026-11-01. No recent major safety alerts reported.

All systems operational as of 2026-11-01. No recent major safety alerts reported.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Barry University

Health, Arts & Spirituality Inaugural Summit

November 5, 2026

Shepard & Ruth K. Broad Center for the Performing Arts

The inaugural Health, Arts, & Spirituality Summit explores how the intersection of these fields strengthens well-being. Featuring keynotes, interpretive performances, and expert panels.

Reunion Weekend - Pre-Game Happy Hour

November 6, 2026

Bucky's Cove

Alumni and friends are invited for a pre-game happy hour before the women's volleyball match.

Reunion Weekend - Bucky Fest

November 7, 2026

Buccaneer Fields

A festive community event held at the athletics fields as part of the Reunion Weekend celebrations.

Reunion Mass

November 8, 2026

Cor Jesu Chapel

A special Mass for alumni and the community followed by brunch at Roussell Dining Hall.

32nd Annual Barry University Golf Tournament

November 9, 2026

Miami Shores Country Club

A premier philanthropic sporting event in support of student scholarships and the Barry Success Fund.

Community Fest

November 10, 2026

Campus Mall

A campus-wide festival celebrating the community with food, activities, and music.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Barry University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

13 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Benicasa

Room types: single bedroom with private bath, double bedroom with private bath

Benincasa Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single, double

Bevilacqua Hall

Capacity: 247

Room types: single bedroom with shared bath, double bedroom with shared bath

Browne Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: double bedroom with shared bath

Dalton Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: double bedroom with shared bath

Dominican Hall

Capacity: 247

Room types: single, double

Dunspaugh Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: double community

Flood Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: double bedroom with shared bath

Kolasa Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single bedroom with private bath, double bedroom with private bath

Mottram Doss

Capacity: 200

Room types: double bedroom with shared bath

Sage Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single bedroom with shared bath, double bedroom with shared bath

Webber Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: double shared rooms

Weber Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single bedroom with shared bath, double bedroom with shared bath, single community, double community, single bedroom with private bath

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@barry.edu

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