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College in Hickory, NC. Operating on a semester system.
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On this page Student guide City life Campus details Academic calendar Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 13, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
6 entries Aug 13 → Oct 8, 2026
Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session
Aug 13 → Jan 5, 2027
Fall Semester 2026 Relevant now
Sep 14 → Dec 16, 2026
Fall 2026 Mid-Start Session
Oct 19 → Dec 16, 2026
Fall 2026 Second 8-Week Session
Jan 7 → May 13, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Jun 1 → Jul 27, 2027
Summer Semester 2027
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PTK Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges. R
Redhawks The official mascot and collective name for CVCC students and athletic teams. S
SGA Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
SkillsUSA A professional organization for students enrolled in training programs for technical, skilled, and service occupations. T
The Valley A common shorthand nickname used by students and staff to refer to the college. V
Valley Bistro The main on-campus dining facility located in the Cuyler A. Dunbar Building. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Blackboard The learning management system used for online course content and assignments.
CAD The Cuyler A. Dunbar Building, which houses administrative offices and the Valley Bistro.
campus_store_coffee_snack_shop Campus Store Coffee & Snack Shop
East Campus A separate campus facility located nearby that houses specific technical and vocational programs.
hawk_s_nest Hawk's Nest
MyCVCC The single sign-on portal used by students to access email, Blackboard, and other digital services.
Redhawk Card The official student identification card used for campus services and identification.
REP The Robert E. Paap Building, primarily used for classroom instruction.
Self-Service The online platform where students register for classes, view grades, and manage financial aid.
Tarlton The Tarlton Complex, the campus center for athletics, physical education, and large events. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 13, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027.
How much campus context is included? 6 approved campus terms and 10 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. Using DormWay at Catawba Valley Community College What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Catawba Valley Community College
CVCC Establishes Pathway Partnership Through Eagle Connect CVCC signed an agreement with North Carolina Central University to provide a seamless transfer pathway for students.
Oct 22, 2026
Read More Meet Redgie, the Newest Red Hawk on Campus CVCC officially introduced its new mascot, Redgie, to bring energy and spirit to campus events and athletic games.
Aug 18, 2026
Read More Frye Regional and CVCC Partner for Student-Athlete Care A new partnership provides Red Hawk student-athletes with on-campus athletic training and coordinated orthopedic care.
Aug 13, 2026
Read More Red Hawk Alert (InformaCast) system is active for emergency notifications. Red Hawk Alert (InformaCast) system is active for emergency notifications.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Catawba Valley Community College
Deep Read: Exploring Ulysses November 5, 2026
An eight-week evening class for the literary curious, presented by Redhawk Publications.
Veterans Day (No Classes) November 11, 2026
Institutional holiday; no curriculum, Con-Ed, or BSP classes will be held.
21st Annual Women's Leadership Conference November 19, 2026
A regional conference featuring engaging speakers and actionable leadership tools for professionals and emerging leaders.
TEDxCatawba 2026 November 21, 2026
An event featuring a diverse group of speakers sharing unique perspectives and innovative ideas.
Flip Day (Wednesday Schedule) November 24, 2026
Curriculum classes will operate on a Wednesday schedule.
Thanksgiving Break (Institutional Holiday) November 26, 2026
College closed for the Thanksgiving holiday through November 28.
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