Elmira CollegeStudent Guide

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887

Total Enrollment

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Institution Type

9

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026 Thirteen-Week Term

The semester, explained for Elmira 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 2026 Thirteen-Week Term
Campus terms
15
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Thirteen-Week Term runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

7 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Thirteen-Week TermRelevant now
  2. Fall 2026 First Six-Week Term
  3. Fall 2026 Second Six-Week Term
  4. Winter 2027 Thirteen-Week Term
  5. Winter 2027 First Six-Week Term
  6. Winter 2027 Second Six-Week Term
  7. Spring 2027 Term

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Campus language

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15 terms

1

1855
The 1855 Room, a retail dining location offering grab-and-go options and late-night food.

A

Anderson
Anderson Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans major campus events.

G

GTL Starbucks
The Starbucks cafe located within the Gannett-Tripp Library.

M

Mac
Mackenzie Hall, the largest residence hall on campus, often housing first-year students.
Mac's
The Mackenzie Dining Hall, the primary all-you-care-to-eat facility on campus.
Meier
Meier Hall, a modern residence hall known for suite-style living.
Mountain Day
A surprise holiday in the fall where classes are cancelled for a day of campus-wide celebration.

P

Perry
Perry Hall, a residence hall located near the center of campus.

S

SAAC
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, representing the interests of student-athletes.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary governing body for the student population.

T

Term III
The unique six-week intensive spring term where students typically take only one or two courses.
The Octagon
The student-run newspaper of Elmira College.
The Puddle
The campus pond located near the library, often a spot for student gatherings or traditions.
Tompkins
Tompkins Hall, a residence hall often used for upperclassman housing.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
campus_center_dining_hall_chuck_and_janna_lindsay_dining_commons
Campus Center Dining Hall (Chuck and Janna Lindsay Dining Commons)
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course materials and assignments.
Cowles
Cowles Hall, the historic centerpiece of campus and the college's first building.
ECID
The official Elmira College student identification card used for building access and meal plans.
Fassett
Fassett Commons, a building used for dining, events, and student gatherings.
GTL
Gannett-Tripp Library, the main campus library and academic resource center.
mackenzie_s
MacKenzie's
MyEC
The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and financial information.
Speidel
Speidel Gymnasium, the primary athletic facility for indoor sports.
The Clarke
The Clarke Health Center, the on-campus facility for medical and counseling services.
the_1855_room
The 1855 Room
Watson
Watson Fine Arts, the building housing the theater and arts departments.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Thirteen-Week Term runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 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.
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Life in Elmira for Elmira College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$800

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

6,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

C-Tran regional bus service

Nearest Airports

Elmira/Corning Regional Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

48°F

Avg Snowfall

60 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Cowles Hall Lots

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Located next to Cowles Hall; convenient for admissions and financial aid visitors.

Magee Street Lots

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Main student and faculty parking accessible from Magee Street.

Campus News

Latest updates from Elmira College

Elmira Announces Strategic Leadership Reorganization to Forward Growth and Momentum

Elmira College streamlined its executive team, appointing Dr. Patricia Ireland and Paula Lee Hobson as Senior Vice Presidents to support enrollment growth and student experience.

Oct 28, 2026

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EC Welcomes the Luminous Class of 2030!

The college welcomed its newest incoming class during Fall Welcome weekend, featuring move-in assistance from staff and students.

Aug 28, 2026

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Read The Elmira College 2025-2026 Annual Report

The college published its annual report detailing progress on the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan across academics and student success.

Aug 3, 2026

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Campus Safety text alert system is active for emergency notifications. No current active alerts as of Nov 1, 2026.

Campus Safety text alert system is active for emergency notifications. No current active alerts as of Nov 1, 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Elmira College

Men's Wrestling at University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

November 1, 2026

Bradford, PA

Elmira College Men's Wrestling match away at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.

Women's Wrestling at East Stroudsburg University

November 1, 2026

East Stroudsburg, PA

Elmira College Women's Wrestling match away at East Stroudsburg University.

Registration for Winter 2027 and Spring 2027 Classes

November 2, 2026

Online via MyEC

Registration period for students to enroll in Winter and Spring 2027 term classes.

Presidential Inauguration of John F. Dolan, Ed.D.

November 6, 2026

Gibson Theatre, Emerson Hall

The formal inauguration ceremony for the sixteenth president of Elmira College.

Theatre Performance: Unnecessary Farce

November 6, 2026

Gibson Theatre, Emerson Hall

A fall theatre production directed by guest director Adara Alston.

Residence Halls Close for Thanksgiving Break

November 21, 2026

On-Campus Residence Halls

Residence halls close at 10:00 a.m. for the start of Thanksgiving Break.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Elmira College

All undergraduate students must live on campus, with certain exceptions

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

Cowles Hall

Room types: single, double

Other residence halls

Room types: single, double, suite, apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@elmira.edu

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