Greenfield Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Greenfield, MA. Operating on a semester system.

Greenfield, MA
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Student guide · Fall 2026 14-Week Session

The semester, explained for Greenfield 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 2026 14-Week Session
Campus terms
7
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 14-Week Session runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 28, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

15 entries
  1. Fall 2026 7-Week Session I
  2. Fall 2026 14-Week SessionRelevant now
  3. Fall 2026 12-Week Session
  4. Fall 2026 7-Week Session II
  5. January Intersession 2027
  6. Spring 2027 7-Week Session I
  7. Spring 2027 14-Week Session
  8. Spring 2027 12-Week Session
  9. Spring 2027 7-Week Session II
  10. Summer 2027 7-Week Session I
  11. Summer 2027 14-Week Session
  12. Summer 2027 5-Week Session I
  13. Summer 2027 Mid-Summer 7-Week Session
  14. Summer 2027 5-Week Session II
  15. Summer 2027 7-Week Session II

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Campus language

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7 terms

P

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

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for students.
SNA
Student Nurses Association, an organization for nursing students.
SVA
Student Veterans Association, supporting veteran students and their families.

T

The Cafe
The main campus cafeteria located in the East Building.
The Core
The central hub for student services, including advising and peer tutoring, located in the East Building.
The Porch
The outdoor seating and social area near the main entrance of the East Building.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Add/Drop
The designated period at the start of the semester when students can change their course schedule without penalty.
Cohn
The Cohn Family Science Center, a state-of-the-art laboratory wing.
cohn_family_dining_commons_cafeteria
Cohn Family Dining Commons (Cafeteria)
East
The East Building, the main hub containing the cafe, bookstore, and administrative offices.
FRTA
Franklin Regional Transit Authority, the bus system providing transportation to and from campus.
Green Card
The official GCC student identification card used for library services and discounts.
Moodle
The learning management system used for online coursework and class materials.
MyGCC
The web portal students use to access email, grades, and course registration.
North
The North Building, housing classrooms, faculty offices, and the library.
Sloan
The Sloan Theater, the campus performing arts venue.
South
The South Building, primarily containing science labs and classrooms.
The Studio
The Downtown Studio, GCC's satellite campus location in downtown Greenfield.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 14-Week Session runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 28, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 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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  • 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 Greenfield for Greenfield Community College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,097

Cost of Living Index

102

Student Population

2,500

City Transportation

Walkability

72

Bikeability

54

Public Transit

Franklin Regional Transit Authority bus service

Nearest Airports

Turners Falls Municipal Airport, Bradley International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49.5°F

Avg Snowfall

54.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lots A through E

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General student parking.

Lot F

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Restricted lot; visitor parking and handicapped parking with state-issued placard.

Campus News

Latest updates from Greenfield Community College

Building the Workforce Behind the State's Next Growth Industry

GCC establishes itself as a hub for Massachusetts' $14 billion outdoor recreation economy, offering degrees and certificates in Adventure Education and Outdoor Leadership.

Aug 3, 2026

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GCC Installs New Weatherization Training Labs

Custom-built weatherization training labs were craned onto campus to expand hands-on training for the clean energy and HVAC workforce.

Aug 3, 2026

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GCC Student Named 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholar

A GCC student was awarded the prestigious national scholarship, which provides up to $55,000 per year for transfer students to complete their bachelor's degrees.

May 15, 2026

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ALERT GCC is the emergency notification system used for campus closures or crises. No active alerts reported for Oct 19, 2026.

ALERT GCC is the emergency notification system used for campus closures or crises. No active alerts reported for Oct 19, 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Greenfield Community College

Ask a Peer Mentor

October 19, 2026

C215 Center for Student Persistence

Weekly open office hours with Peer Mentors to ask questions, share challenges, and get support.

Drop-In Crafting Hour: Embroidery

October 19, 2026

Core Lobby

An informal crafting time hosted by the GCC Crafting Club for students, staff, and faculty. New theme each week.

STEM Week: Insect Zoo

October 19, 2026

Core Lobby

The UMASS Amherst Fernald Club will bring live insects and spiders, preserved specimens, and student entomologists to answer questions as part of Massachusetts STEM Week.

Student Activities Council Meeting

October 19, 2026

C203

Join in planning social and cultural events for the GCC community. All are welcome.

Career Closet Pop-Up

October 20, 2026

Core Lobby

Pop-up event for students to access professional attire through Career Services.

Carrie Baker: A History of Women's Suffrage

October 22, 2026

On Campus / RSVP Required

Smith College Professor Carrie Baker explains the history and current challenges to women's voting rights.

Open House

November 7, 2026

Cohn Family Dining Commons

Fall Open House for prospective students and families.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@gcc.mass.edu

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