What academic term is relevant at Cañada College?

Fall Semester 2026 runs from August 13, 2026 through December 19, 2026.

How much campus context is included in the Cañada College student guide?

The guide includes 9 approved campus terms and 13 local details from DormWay's campus reference library.

Does the Cañada College guide include the complete campus glossary?

Yes. All 9 approved campus glossary entries are available in the searchable campus-language section.

Where does the Cañada College student guide information come from?

Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come with links to campus sources.

Cañada CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Cañada 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 Semester 2026
Campus terms: 9
Local details: 13

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 13, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

5 entries

Aug 13Dec 19, 2026
Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
Jan 14May 26, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Jun 7Jul 17, 2027
Summer Session 2027 - Six Week Session
Jun 7Jul 24, 2027
Summer Session 2027 - Seven Week Session
Jun 7Jul 31, 2027
Summer Session 2027 - Eight Week Session

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

ASCC: Associated Students of Cañada College, the student government body.

E

EOPS: Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, providing support for students with economic or social barriers.

M

MESA: Math, Engineering, Science Achievement, a program supporting students in STEM fields.

P

Pony Espresso: The campus coffee bar and snack shop located in Building 2.
PTK: Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

T

The COLTS: Refers to the college mascot and the 'Community of Learning and Through Service' ethos.
The Grove: The main campus cafeteria and dining area located in Building 5.
The Hill: A common nickname for the campus due to its elevated location overlooking Redwood City.
TRIO: Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Places and practicalities

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

13 details

B1: Building 1, the main administrative and student services building.
B13: Building 13, the primary location for Science and Technology classes.
B23: The Kinesiology and Wellness Building, where the gym and athletic facilities are located.
B9: Building 9, housing the Library and the Learning Center.
Canvas: The digital learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
colts_caf: Colts Café
OneCard: The official student ID card used for printing, library services, and student discounts.
pony_espresso: Pony Espresso
SamTrans: The public bus system that provides transportation to and from the campus (Route 274).
SparkPoint: An on-campus financial coaching and basic needs center for students.
sparkpoint_food_market: SparkPoint Food Market
the_grove_grill: The Grove Grill
WebSmart: The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.

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What academic term is relevant now?: Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 13, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026.
How much campus context is included?: 9 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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Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Redwood City for Cañada College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Redwood City.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$3,200

Cost of Living Index

250

Student Population

18,000

City Transportation

Walkability

Bikeability

Public Transit

Caltrain, SamTrans, Redwood City Ferry Terminal

Nearest Airports

San Francisco International Airport, San José Mineta International Airport, Oakland International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

60.5°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 1

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Includes 4 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations

Lot 2

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Student parking lot located near Building 22

Lot 6

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Used for public food distribution events on Tuesdays

Campus News

Latest updates from Cañada College

Great California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill Scheduled

Cañada College prepares for a campus-wide evacuation and earthquake safety drill scheduled for October 15.

Oct 13, 2026

Coyote Safety Advisory Issued

Public Safety issues reminders following recent coyote sightings near campus, advising the community to maintain a safe distance.

Sep 15, 2026

Cañada College Ranked Top 10 for ROI

Cañada College ranks #5 statewide for two-year return on investment, with students recouping educational costs in less than two months.

Aug 19, 2025

Coyote Safety Reminder: Maintain safe distance and do not feed animals following sightings near campus.

ShakeOut Drill Alert: Campus-wide earthquake drill scheduled for Oct 15 at 10:45 AM.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Cañada College

Great California ShakeOut Drill

October 15, 2026

Campus-wide

Cañada College will participate in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake and evacuation drill at 10:45 a.m. Participants should 'Drop, Cover and Hold On' for 60 seconds and then evacuate to designated assembly areas.

Cañ I kick it? Weekly Social

October 19, 2026

Upper Lawn

Weekly event hosted by Student Life featuring games, music, and an inviting environment for students to hang out. Recurring every Monday.

Voter Registration Deadline

October 19, 2026

Online / SMCCCD Registry

The deadline to register or update voter information for the upcoming November 3 statewide general election.

Grammar & Editing Workshop

October 21, 2026

Building 9, Room 206

Weekly workshops at the Learning Center covering sentence structure, splices, run-ons, and fragments. Recurring every Wednesday.

Athletic Center Fall Showcase

November 14, 2026

Building 1

Free event featuring fitness, aquatics, group exercise, and Pilates programming. Complimentary one-day guest passes available for students and employees.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Cañada College

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Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

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