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College in McHenry, MD. Operating on a semester system.
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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Winter Semester 2026-2027 runs Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 21, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
4 entries Dec 22 → Jan 21, 2027
Winter Semester 2026-2027 Relevant now
Jan 27 → Mar 22, 2027
Spring 2027 A Subterm
Jan 27 → May 18, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Mar 31 → May 12, 2027
Spring 2027 B Subterm
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B L P S B
BSU Black Student Union, a student organization focused on cultural awareness and community. L
Laker Café The main dining facility located on the McHenry campus.
Laker Hall The primary on-campus residence hall for students.
Lakers The official mascot and collective term for Garrett College students and athletic teams. 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. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
9 details
Blackboard The learning management system used for online course materials and assignments.
CARC Community Athletic and Recreation Center, housing the gym, pool, and fitness facilities.
Garrett College Alert The emergency notification system for weather-related closures and campus safety.
GIEC Garrett Information Enterprise Center, a facility for business incubation and technology.
GPAC Garrett Lakes Arts Festival / Garrett Performing Arts Center.
Laker Card The official student identification card used for campus access and meal plans.
Laker Portal The central online hub for students to access grades, schedules, and financial info.
laker_caf Laker Café
STEM Building The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics building. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Winter Semester 2026-2027 runs Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 21, 2027.
How much campus context is included? 6 approved campus terms and 9 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. Using DormWay at Garrett College What the product handles for students.
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Garrett College Continues Tuition Freeze for 7th Straight Year The Board of Trustees approved keeping in-county tuition at $99 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year.
Sep 10, 2026
Read More Garrett College announces summer graduates Eleven students earned degrees and certificates during the summer 2026 term.
Sep 9, 2026
Read More Improved Lakers set for second season The men's soccer program prepares for its second season with eight returning players and ten new additions.
Aug 25, 2026
Read More Garrett College utilizes the Regroup emergency notification system (GCCAlerts) for weather delays and campus emergencies. Garrett College utilizes the Regroup emergency notification system (GCCAlerts) for weather delays and campus emergencies.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Garrett College
Powering Possibilities Networking Event September 15, 2026
A networking event for aspiring and established entrepreneurs to connect and explore resources for business growth in Garrett County.
Laker Launch Party September 16, 2026
A student-centered event featuring games, giveaways, and free food to welcome students to the new semester.
Garrett Lakers Athletic Alumni Weekend September 18, 2026
A reunion weekend for former student-athletes and coaches, including an informal social at The Greene Turtle.
Joshua Espinoza Trio September 18, 2026
A featured musical performance at the Performing Arts Center.
Men's Soccer vs Penn State University-Altoona September 19, 2026
Lakers men's soccer match as part of the Athletic Alumni Weekend.
Women's Soccer vs La Roche University September 19, 2026
Lady Lakers soccer match as part of the Athletic Alumni Weekend.
Softball Showcase September 20, 2026
A showcase for prospective student-athletes in the Classes of 2027-2031 to meet coaching staff and demonstrate skills.
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