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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Kenosha, WI. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Summer II Term 2026

The semester, explained for Carthage 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
Summer II Term 2026
Campus terms
29
Local details
20

Academic calendar

Summer II Term 2026 runs Jul 13, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Summer I Term 2026
  2. Summer II Term 2026Relevant now
  3. Fall Semester 2026
  4. Fall 2026 1st 7-week Session
  5. Fall 2026 2nd 7-week Session
  6. J-Term 2027
  7. Spring Semester 2027
  8. Spring 2027 1st 7-week Session
  9. Spring 2027 2nd 7-week Session
  10. Summer I Term 2027
  11. Summer II Term 2027

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29 terms

B

Baja
Baja Fresh Express, a Mexican-style dining option in the Todd Wehr Center.
Birdie's
Birdie's Burger Bar, a popular dining spot located within the Student Union.

C

CAB
Carthage Activities Board, the student-led organization that plans campus events and entertainment.
CUE
Carthage United to Educate, a student organization focused on education majors and outreach.

D

Denhart
Denhart Residence Hall, one of the central residence halls on campus.
Donna's
Donna's Bytes, a cafe located in the Hedberg Library.

E

Einstein's
The Einstein Bros. Bagels location in the David A. Straz, Jr. Center.

F

Firebirds
The official mascot and nickname for Carthage students and athletic teams.
Flex
Flex Dollars, the declining balance currency included in student meal plans for retail dining.

J

J-Term
January Term, a unique one-month period where students take a single intensive course or travel abroad.

K

Kissing Rock
A large granite boulder on campus that is frequently painted by student groups and tied to local legend.

M

Madrigrano
Madrigrano Family Residence Hall, often used for first-year and themed housing.
Mads
Madrigrano Family Residence Hall, often shortened by students.

R

Red Zone
The campus convenience store and late-night grill located in the Student Union.
RHA
Residence Hall Association, the organization representing students living on campus.

S

S.P.I.R.I.T.
Students Promoting Institutional Responsibility in Togetherness, a diversity and inclusion organization.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student voice.

T

Tarble
Tarble Hall, an all-female residence hall.
TARC
Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center, the primary hub for sports and fitness.
The Caf
The main dining commons located in the Todd Wehr Center.
The Kissing Rock
A famous granite boulder on campus that is frequently painted by student groups to promote events.
The Lake
Refers to Lake Michigan, which borders the entire eastern edge of the campus.
The Oaks
The Oaks Residential Village, a suite-style housing complex overlooking Lake Michigan.
The Pike
The Pike River, which flows through the center of the Carthage campus.
The Red Zone
A late-night dining option in the Todd Wehr Center serving grill items.
The Stu
The Campbell Student Union, which houses retail dining options like Birdie's and Baja Fresh.
The Tower
The Tower Residence Hall, the newest and tallest residential building on campus.
The Union
The Campbell Student Union, which houses retail dining like Baja Fresh and Sub Connection.

W

WOH
Women of Honor, a student organization focused on female empowerment and service.

Places and practicalities

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

20 details
1-Card
The official Carthage student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
1Card
The official student ID card used for building access and meal plans.
Bird Fuel
Flexible spending dollars included with meal plans for use at retail dining locations.
campbell_student_union_dining
Campbell Student Union Dining
DSC
David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Natural and Social Sciences.
E-Rez Life
The online portal used by students to apply for housing and select roommates.
Hedberg
The Hedberg Library, the main campus library and study hub.
JAC
The H. F. Johnson Center for the Fine Arts, housing music, theatre, and art departments.
Lentz
Lentz Hall, the primary administrative building and home to many classrooms and faculty offices.
lentz_do_lunch
Lentz Do Lunch
Schoology
The learning management system where professors post assignments, grades, and course materials.
Siebert
Siebert Chapel, the central location for spiritual life and large campus gatherings.
starbucks
Starbucks
Straz
The David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Natural and Social Sciences.
TARC
Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center, the main sports and fitness facility.
The Bridge
The daily campus news portal and email newsletter for announcements.
The Shuttle
The campus transportation service that provides rides to local Kenosha shopping centers and transit hubs.
the_caf
The Caf
TWC
Todd Wehr Center, the campus student union and dining hub.
Workday
The administrative software portal used by students to register for classes and view financial aid.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Summer II Term 2026 runs Jul 13, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
29 approved campus terms and 20 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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Carthage Activities Board (CAB)

One of the largest student organizations on campus, CAB selects, plans, promotes, and produces campus events every week, including concerts, comedians, movies, and bingo.

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Carthage College Student Government

Works to enact change and improve Carthage for students through communication with staff, faculty, and administration. Funds student organizations and advocates for student issues.

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Carthage Habitat for Humanity

Carthage's largest service-based student organization. Members volunteer to build homes, plan fundraisers, and participate in events in the Kenosha community.

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Homecoming & Family Weekend

At the start of every fall semester, students, alumni, families, faculty, and staff gather on campus for a parade, athletic events, and other activities to celebrate Carthage.

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Association of Carthage Education Students (ACES)

Holds weekly meetings for education students covering topics like books for future teachers, licensing in Wisconsin and other states, edTPA, and testing.

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Carthage Book Club

A club for students who love to read. The club reads a different book each month, which is voted on by members, and also does book-themed crafts.

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Campus rituals

Celebration of Scholars

An annual spring event celebrating the works of scholarship, research, and creativity of Carthage students, faculty, and staff through poster presentations and performances.

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Christmas Festival

Held every December in A. F. Siebert Chapel, this festival features performances by numerous Carthage musical ensembles and concludes with a Service of Light.

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Resources & spaces

Brainard Writing Center

A free resource available to all members of the Carthage community, offering assistance with writing projects at any stage of the writing process.

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Center for Student Success

Supports students as they transition to college and continue their journey to a degree. Staff work to remove barriers, act as a sounding board, and connect students to resources.

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Learning Accessibility Services

Works with students with documented disabilities to determine appropriate accommodations in the academic setting to ensure equal access to learning experiences.

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The Aspire Program (Career Services)

Carthage's comprehensive four-year career development program. Students are assigned a Career Specialist to help prepare for their future personal and professional life.

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Life in Kenosha for Carthage College Students

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

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,100

Cost of Living Index

93

Student Population

13,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Kenosha Area Transit bus system, Kenosha Streetcar

Nearest Airports

Kenosha Regional Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

48°F

Avg Snowfall

40 in

Data sources: 2026 population estimates and 2023-2025 census data

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

35th Street Lot

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Residential permit: $325/year

14th Avenue Lot

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Residential permit: $325/year

Tennis Center Lot

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Residential permit: $725/year

Pike River Lot

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Residential permit: $1,125/year

South Lower Lot

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Residential permit: $1,825/year; Commuter permit: $425/year

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Carthage College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Campus Houses (17th Street)

Room types: two or more bedrooms

Denhart Hall

Capacity: 175

Room types: double

Henry Denhart Residence Hall

Room types: double

Johnson Hall

Capacity: 180

Room types: double

Joseph Johnson Residence Hall

Capacity: 36

Room types: double

Madrigrano Family Residence Hall

Room types: double

Madrigrano Hall

Capacity: 190

Room types: double

Oaks Village

Capacity: 360

Room types: two-person suite, four-person suite

Parkway Apartments

Room types: one-bedroom

Pat Tarble Residence Hall

Room types: double

Swenson Residence Hall

Tarble Hall

Capacity: 160

Room types: double

The Tower Residence Hall

Capacity: 121

Room types: double, single

Wyndham Garden

Room types: double

Campus Details

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Email Domain

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