The semester, explained for Central Connecticut State 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 First 8-week Session
Campus terms
12
Local details
11
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 First 8-week Session runs Aug 25, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
21 entries
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Fall 2026 Semester
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Fall 2026 Late Start Session
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Fall 2026 Second 8-week SessionFall 2026 Second Half Session
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Winter Intersession 2026-2027Winter Intersession 2026-2027 Full TermWinter Intersession 2026-27
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12 terms
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B
Blue Devil
The official mascot and the term used to refer to any CCSU student or athlete.
C
CAN
Central Activities Network, the primary student-led programming board that plans campus events.
H
Hilltop
Hilltop Cafe, a dining location situated near the residence halls on the upper part of campus.
I
IRC
Inter-Residence Council, the organization representing students living in on-campus housing.
L
LASO
Latin American Student Organization, a prominent cultural group on campus.
M
Mem
Memorial Hall, the primary resident dining facility on campus.
Mid
Mid-Campus Residence Hall, the newest and largest dorm on campus.
S
Sam May
Sam May Hall, a traditional-style residence hall.
Seth
Seth North Hall, a residence hall located near the Student Center.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the undergraduate student population.
Sheridan
Sheridan Hall, a residence hall often housing first-year students.
T
The Den
Devil's Den, the food court located in the Student Center featuring retail options.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
11 details
Blue Chip
The Blue Chip Card, the official university ID used for meal plans, building access, and campus spending.
Burritt
Elihu Burritt Library, the main university library.
C-Lot
A common reference to commuter parking lots, specifically those designated for students not living on campus.
Copernicus
Copernicus Hall, the main building for science and mathematics departments.
devil_s_den
Devil's Den
hilltop_caf
Hilltop Café
Marcus White
Marcus White Hall, an academic building housing various departments and a computer lab.
memorial_hall
Memorial Hall
SU
The Student Union (or Student Center), the central hub for student activities and organizations.
The Link
The online engagement platform (CampusLabs) used to join clubs and track campus events.
Willard
Willard-DiLoreto Hall, a major academic building housing student services and classrooms.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 First 8-week Session runs Aug 25, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 11 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 New Britain for Central Connecticut State University Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in New Britain.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,200
Cost of Living Index
95
Student Population
10,000
City Transportation
Walkability
32
Bikeability
40
Public Transit
CTfastrak bus rapid transit, CTtransit local buses
Nearest Airports
Bradley International Airport (regional major airport)
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
50°F
Avg Snowfall
45 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Copernicus Parking Garage
garage
Student and staff parking with valid permit.
Student Center Parking Garage
garage
Student and visitor parking available.
Kaiser Lot
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Designated student parking lot.
Welte Parking Garage
garage
Faculty and staff parking; student parking available in designated areas.
Campus News
Latest updates from Central Connecticut State University
CCSU President Under Investigation for Bullying Allegations
President Zulma Toro is under investigation following a formal complaint alleging a workplace culture of intimidation and bullying, specifically citing an incident at a staff retreat.
Senator Gary Winfield Condemns Former CSCU Leadership Following Report Release
State Senator Gary Winfield issued a statement regarding a report on the resignation of Interim Chancellor John Maduko, citing a failure of leadership and workplace environment protections.
What's happening at Central Connecticut State University
Kizer's Cliques: Let's Play ROBLOX
September 17, 2026
Online/Campus (Check FYE Instagram @ccsu_fye)
A social gaming event hosted by the First-Year Experience program to connect students through ROBLOX.
Songs of Love & War
September 17, 2026
Welte Auditorium, Welte Hall
A performance by Afghan composer and pianist Arson Fahim and the Cuatro Puntos Ensemble, featuring music and stories from a country where music was banned.
Empowerment, Voice and Agency: The Future of Women's Leadership
September 18, 2026
CCSU Campus
A leadership event focused on empowerment and the future of women's roles in leadership positions.
Free planetarium show: The moon
September 18, 2026
Nicolaus Copernicus Hall, Room 211
A free public show at the Copernican Planetarium exploring the moon, followed by telescope observing if skies are clear.
International Faculty Workshop
September 21, 2026
CCSU Campus
A workshop dedicated to international faculty members and global academic collaboration.
NASA CT Space Grant Consortium Faculty Funding Workshop
September 22, 2026
CCSU Campus
A workshop for faculty to learn about funding opportunities through the NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium.
Accounting & Finance Career & Internship Fair
September 24, 2026
Alumni Hall
A career fair for students studying accounting and finance to meet with potential employers for jobs and internships.
Slavic Music, Song, and Dance
September 25, 2026
Torp Theater, Lawrence J. Davidson Hall
A free public performance by the Polish folk song and dance ensemble Ziemia Bydgoska.
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Central Connecticut State University
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
21 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.
Barrows Hall
Room types: not specified in search results
Beecher Hall
Capacity: 128
Room types: not specified in search results
Carroll Hall
Room types: not specified in search results
Catharine Beecher Hall
Clarence Carroll Hall
F. Don James Hall
Gallaudet Hall
Capacity: 260
Room types: not specified in search results
James Hall
Room types: limited single bedrooms, suite-style bedrooms
Memorial Hall
Mid-Campus Hall
Capacity: 634
Room types: double room with attached bath, suite with one double and two singles, suite with two double rooms
Mid-Quad Residence Hall
Mildred Barrows Hall
New Hall
Robert Sheridan Hall
Robert Vance Hall
Sam May Hall
Room types: not specified in search results
Seth North Hall
Room types: not specified in search results
Sheridan Hall
Room types: not specified in search results
Thomas Gallaudet Hall
Vance Hall
Room types: not specified in search results
Wightman Hall
Campus Details
Academic System
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Email Domain
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