Danville Area Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Danville, IL. Operating on a semester system.

Danville, IL
2K+ students
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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Danville Area Community 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
5
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 12, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

16 entries
  1. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  2. Fall Session A 2026
  3. Fall Session B 2026
  4. Winter Session 2026
  5. Spring Session A 2027
  6. Spring Semester 2027
  7. Spring Session B 2027
  8. Summer Term 2027
  9. Fall Semester 2027
  10. Fall Session A 2027
  11. Fall Session B 2027
  12. Winter Session 2027
  13. Spring Session A 2028
  14. Spring Semester 2028
  15. Spring Session B 2028
  16. Summer Term 2028

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Campus language

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5 terms

J

Jags
Short for the Jaguars, the official mascot and collective name for DACC students and athletes.
Jaguar Cafe
The main campus cafeteria located in Lincoln Hall providing meals and snacks.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

TRIO
Student Support Services program providing academic and personal assistance to eligible students.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
BH
Bremer Hall (Bremer Conference Center), used for workforce development and community events.
CT
Clock Tower Center, home to the campus library, instructional media, and classrooms.
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DACC Food Pantry
DART
Danville Mass Transit, the city bus system that provides transportation to and from the campus.
Jag Card
The official student ID card required for library services, printing, and campus identification.
Jaguar Spot
The designated student lounge area located in Lincoln Hall for relaxation and socializing.
jaguar_cafe_student_union
Jaguar Cafe (Student Union)
LH
Lincoln Hall, a primary classroom building that also houses the Jaguar Cafe.
MM
Mary Miller Center, housing the gymnasium, fitness center, and health programs.
Self-Service
The online student portal used for course registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
TC
Technology Center, housing technical and vocational program labs.
VH
Vermilion Hall, the administrative hub containing Student Services, Financial Aid, and Admissions.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 12, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
5 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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  • 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.

Worth a look

Men's Baseball

Varsity men's baseball team competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Tryout required

Source: danvillejaguars.com · Verified 2 months ago

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Men's Basketball

Varsity men's basketball team competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Tryout required

Source: danvillejaguars.com · Verified 2 months ago

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Men's Cross Country

Varsity men's cross country team competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Tryout required

Source: danvillejaguars.com · Verified 2 months ago

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Men's Golf

Varsity men's golf team competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Tryout required

Source: danvillejaguars.com · Verified 2 months ago

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Student Trustee

An advisory-voting student member on the DACC Board of Trustees, elected by the student body to represent their interests.

Regular commitment

Source: dacc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Women's Basketball

Varsity women's basketball team competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Tryout required

Source: danvillejaguars.com · Verified 2 months ago

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Resources & spaces

Academic Advisement and Counseling

Provides academic advising, career counseling, and personal counseling services to students.

Open to all

Source: dacc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Disability Services

Arranges accommodations and provides support for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to education.

Open to all

Source: dacc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Library Services

Offers access to books, databases, research assistance, and study spaces for students.

Open to all

TRiO Student Support Services

A federally funded program providing academic and other support services to low-income, first-generation, or disabled college students.

Source: dacc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Tutoring

Provides free tutoring services to students in various subjects to help them succeed academically.

Open to all

Source: dacc.edu · Verified 2 months ago

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Life in Danville for Danville Area Community College Students

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

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$750

Cost of Living Index

82

Student Population

3,800

City Transportation

Walkability

48

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Vermilion County Transit (bus)

Nearest Airports

Vermilion Regional Airport (general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

52.5°F

Avg Snowfall

20.8 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lincoln Hall / Vermilion Hall Lot

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Located in front of Vermilion Hall for visitor and general parking.

Technology Center South Lot

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Features an electric car charging station.

Mary Miller Center Lots

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Three lots located west, northwest, and north of the building.

Campus News

Latest updates from Danville Area Community College

Girl Scouts Explore Coding at Danville Area Community College

Vermilion County Girl Scout Troop 2053 visited DACC to explore computer programming and earn their Coding Basics badge using microbits.

Nov 4, 2026

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2026 DACC Student Voice Survey Launches

The annual survey is live through November 30th to collect anonymous student feedback on campus life and institutional strengths.

Oct 1, 2026

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DACC Federal and State Grant Funding for Adult Education Eliminated

The college announced the elimination of grant funding for Adult Education, following an internal probe and the firing of two administrators.

Aug 13, 2026

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Campus utilizes RAVE Guardian mobile app for safety timers and direct connection to security.

Campus utilizes RAVE Guardian mobile app for safety timers and direct connection to security.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Danville Area Community College

Veteran's Day Holiday (College Closed)

November 11, 2026

Campus-wide

The college will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day.

Men's Basketball vs. Glen Oaks Community College

November 18, 2026

Mary Miller Gymnasium

NJCAA Region 24 basketball game starting at 7:00 PM CST.

Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed)

November 26, 2026

Campus-wide

The college will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Day After Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed)

November 27, 2026

Campus-wide

The college remains closed for the holiday break.

DACC Student Voice Survey

November 30, 2026

Online / Campus-wide

Students are encouraged to share feedback to help improve campus life. Weekly incentives for participants.

Fall Semester Classes End

December 4, 2026

Campus-wide

Last day of regular instruction for the Fall 2026 semester.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@dacc.edu

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