The semester, explained for Florida Southern 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 Academic Calendar
Campus terms
14
Local details
12
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 Academic Calendar runs Aug 22, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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14 terms
Showing 14 of 14 terms
A
ACE
Association for Campus Entertainment, the primary student programming board.
B
Buck Stop
A convenience store and grill located in the Thrift Alumni Center.
F
FLW
Abbreviation for Frank Lloyd Wright, referring to the unique architectural style of the campus.
FSC TV
The student-run television station providing campus news and entertainment.
J
Jenkins
Jenkins Residence Hall, a common housing option for students.
M
Mocs
Short for Moccasins, the official mascot and the name used for the student body.
S
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
T
The Caf
A general student term for Wynee's Bistro.
The Commons
Publix Charities Commons, a modern apartment-style residence hall.
The Dell
Dell Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen.
The Lake
Refers to Lake Hollingsworth, which borders the campus and is a popular spot for walking and running.
Tutu's
Tutu’s Cyber Café, a popular spot for coffee and snacks located in the Roux Library.
W
Wesley
Wesley Hall, one of the campus residence halls.
Wynee's
Wynee's Bistro, the primary all-you-care-to-eat dining hall on campus.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
12 details
buckstop
Buckstop
moc_mart
Moc Mart
Mocs Express
The campus shuttle service providing transportation around the college and local area.
PCSB
Polk County Science Building, housing the natural sciences departments.
Roux
Roux Library, the main academic library on campus.
SnakeCard
The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and campus spending.
The Chapel
Annie Pfeiffer Chapel, the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed centerpiece of campus.
The Portal
The internal student website used for checking grades, schedules, and financial aid.
The Water Dome
The massive circular fountain designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, a central campus landmark.
tutu_s_cyber_cafe
Tutu's Cyber Cafe
Wellness Center
The campus facility housing the gym, fitness equipment, and health services.
wynee_s_bistro
Wynee's Bistro
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Academic Calendar runs Aug 22, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 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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Resources & spaces
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Life in Lakeland for Florida Southern College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Lakeland.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,192
Cost of Living Index
96
Student Population
25,000
City Transportation
Walkability
13
Bikeability
25
Public Transit
Citrus Connection bus system
Nearest Airports
Lakeland Linder International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
84°F
Avg Snowfall
0 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
France Admissions Center Lot
surface_lot • Reserved for Visitors
Located at 121 Lake Hollingsworth Drive.
ROTC Loop
other • Pickup/Drop-off
Primary shuttle stop across from Campus Safety office.
On-Campus Residential Lots
surface_lot • Limited
Designated for students living in halls like Spivey, Reynolds, and Miller.
Campus News
Latest updates from Florida Southern College
Florida Southern College Reopens Restored Frank Lloyd Wright Planetarium
The college recently celebrated the reopening of its restored planetarium, part of the historic Frank Lloyd Wright architecture on campus, now featuring modern technology for family viewing shows.
Florida Southern College Expands Honors Program Into Full Honors College
Under the leadership of Associate Provost Dr. Silviana Falcon, Florida Southern has officially transformed its long-standing Honors Program into a comprehensive, four-year Honors College.
Florida Southern utilizes the Omnilert Safety App for real-time emergency notifications and location sharing with campus security. All students are automatically enrolled in the emergency text notification service for weather and safety alerts.
Florida Southern utilizes the Omnilert Safety App for real-time emergency notifications and location sharing with campus security. All students are automatically enrolled in the emergency text notification service for weather and safety alerts.