D'Youville UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Buffalo, NY. Operating on a semester system.

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Buffalo, NY

3K+ students

@dyu.edu

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Student guide · Fall 2026 (Full)

The semester, explained for D'Youville 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 (Full)
Campus terms: 9
Local details: 12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 (Full) runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

7 entries

Aug 31Oct 25, 2026
Fall 2026 8-Week Term A
Aug 31Dec 13, 2026
Fall 2026 (Full)Relevant now
Oct 26Dec 20, 2026
Fall 2026 8-Week Term B
Dec 14Jan 17, 2027
Winter 2027
Jan 11Mar 7, 2027
Spring 2027 8-Week Term A
Jan 11May 2, 2027
Spring 2027 (Full)
Mar 8May 2, 2027
Spring 2027 8-Week Term B

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Campus language

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9 terms

C

Connections: The cafe and coffee shop located in the College Center.

D

DYU EMS: The student-run Emergency Medical Services agency on campus.

K

KAB Cafe: The grab-and-go dining location situated in the Koessler Administration Building.

M

Madonna: Madonna Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen and graduate students.
Marguerite: Marguerite Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year and sophomore students.

S

SAB: Student Activities Board, the organization responsible for planning campus-wide events.
Saints: The official nickname and mascot for D'Youville students and athletic teams.
SGA: Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population.

W

West Side Kitchen: The main dining hall located within the Health Professions Hub.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details

ALT: The Academic Center, often referred to by its location on Alt Street.
BFAC: Bauer Family Academic Center, a major hub for classrooms and faculty offices.
Canvas: The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course assignments and digital materials.
KAB: Koessler Administration Building, housing administrative offices and some classrooms.
kuhrt_dining_hall: Kuhrt Dining Hall
maggie_s_caf: Maggie's Café
Saints Alert: The emergency notification system used to broadcast campus safety alerts.
Saints Card: The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
sase_cafe: SASE Cafe
Self-Service: The online portal where students register for classes, check grades, and manage financial aid.
The Hub: The Health Professions Hub, a state-of-the-art facility for clinical training and community health.
The Vault: The campus fitness center located in the basement of the College Center.

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What academic term is relevant now?: Fall 2026 (Full) runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026.
How much campus context is included?: 9 approved campus terms and 12 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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BIO-101

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NUR-275

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NUR-275 & NUR-275L

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Pathopharmacology I

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Life in Buffalo for D'Youville University Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

Student Population

60,000

City Transportation

Walkability

Bikeability

Public Transit

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) bus system, NFTA Metro Rail

Nearest Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49.5°F

Avg Snowfall

92 in

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Parking and Transit

Lot A

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Dedicated visitor parking spots available.

Lot B

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Located near the Health Professions Hub.

D'Youville Parking Garage

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Multi-level parking structure.

Campus News

Latest updates from D'Youville University

D'Youville President Lorrie Clemo Elected to NCAA Division II Executive Board

President Lorrie Clemo has been appointed to a national leadership position on the NCAA Division II Executive Board, representing the East Region through 2029.

Oct 29, 2026

D'Youville University Launches New School of Business

The university announced a new standalone School of Business to support regional workforce needs and expand academic offerings in innovation and entrepreneurship.

Oct 26, 2026

D'Youville University Ranked #17 Among Best College Campuses in New York State

Niche ranked D'Youville University in the top 11 percent of 164 colleges in New York for its campus experience, resources, and facilities.

Sep 22, 2026

Upcoming Events

What's happening at D'Youville University

Veteran Information Session

November 2, 2026

D'Youville University (Virtual or In-Person options)

Information session for veterans and military-connected students to explore opportunities, resources, and support available at D'Youville.

Fall Term Last Day to Withdraw

November 6, 2026

N/A

The final day for students to withdraw from Fall 2026 classes without academic penalty.

Undergraduate & Graduate Open House

November 11, 2026

Health Professions Hub, 301 Connecticut St, Buffalo, NY 14213

A campus-wide open house featuring tours, faculty meetings, student panels, and admissions presentations from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at D'Youville University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Apartment Complex (222)

Capacity: 222

Room types: four-bedroom apartments, quad, double, studio (medical required)

Bush Lofts

Room types: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom

Madonna Hall

Room types: open rooms, suite-style rooms

Marguerite Hall

Capacity: 308

Room types: single, double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@dyu.edu

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