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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Harrisburg, PA. Operating on a semester system.
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On this page Student guide Syllabi City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 29, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
10 entries Aug 29 → Oct 17, 2026
Fall Subterm 1 2026
Aug 29 → Dec 16, 2026
Fall Semester 2026 Relevant now
Oct 24 → Dec 12, 2026
Fall Subterm 2 2026
Oct 24 → Feb 12, 2027
Late Fall Semester 2026
Jan 9 → Feb 27, 2027
Spring Subterm 1 2027
Jan 9 → Apr 29, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Mar 6 → Apr 24, 2027
Spring Subterm 2 2027
May 8 → Jun 26, 2027
Summer Subterm 1 2027
May 8 → Aug 23, 2027
Summer Semester 2027
Jul 3 → Aug 21, 2027
Summer Subterm 2 2027
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HU Storm The official varsity esports program and team of Harrisburg University. I
I-House The International House Harrisburg, which provides residential space for HU students. M
MVP Market View Place, a primary student housing facility located near the main campus building. S
SAC Student Activities Council, responsible for planning campus events and social gatherings.
SGA Student Government Association, the primary student representative body. T
The Bridge The Bridge Landis Apartments, a student housing option located on Market Street.
The Food Court The public dining area in Strawberry Square used by students for meals between classes.
The Skywalk The enclosed pedestrian bridge system that allows students to walk between buildings and Strawberry Square without going outside.
The Square Strawberry Square, the adjacent shopping and dining complex where students use the food court as their primary dining hall.
The Tower Common student shorthand for the UPMC Health Sciences Tower. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Academic Center The main 16-story university building located at 326 Market Street.
CAT Capital Area Transit, the local bus system that serves the Harrisburg campus area.
Competency Day Designated days in the academic calendar (often abbreviated as C-Day) used for assessment or special academic programming.
MyHU The official student portal used for checking grades, registration, and financial aid information.
Presence The 'HU Presence' platform used to manage student organizations, event check-ins, and campus engagement.
Strawberry Square The mixed-use facility connected to the university that houses classrooms, offices, and dining.
student_union_self_service_kitchen Student Union Self-Service Kitchen
UPMC Tower The UPMC Health Sciences Tower at Harrisburg University, a major expansion building for health and science programs. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 29, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 10 approved campus terms and 8 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.
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Campus News Latest updates from Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
HU Earns PA Hunger-Free Campus Designation Harrisburg University has been named a PA Hunger-Free Campus for its efforts to combat student food insecurity.
Oct 27, 2026
Read More Harrisburg University Earns First PA Navigate Campus Certification HU is the first college to earn this certification, recognizing its integration of resource navigation into student life.
Oct 23, 2026
Read More Advanced Manufacturing Program Secures Fifth Grant from Gene Haas Foundation HU's ADMA program received a $30,000 grant to support robotics and automation education.
Oct 21, 2026
Read More Harrisburg University Town Hall – Oct. 20, 2026: President's Remarks President Dr. Eric Darr addressed the university community regarding institutional priorities and the 25th anniversary.
Oct 20, 2026
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics Day November 4, 2026
Hands-on discovery in state-of-the-art labs featuring robotics, 3D printing, AR/VR, and automation.
MovePA 2026 Annual Conference November 5, 2026
APTA Pennsylvania's annual conference featuring lab immersions, case-based learning, and physical therapy programming through Nov 7.
Computer Science Day at HU November 12, 2026
Interactive sessions involving coding, AI, cybersecurity, and team challenges with faculty guidance.
November Open House November 14, 2026
Prospective student event including lab tours, academic sessions, and financial aid overviews.
Career Week – School of Engineering & Management November 16, 2026
A week of opportunities for internships and career advancement through Nov 19.
Central Pennsylvania GIS Day 2026 November 18, 2026
International celebration of GIS technology featuring keynote speaker Michael Hermann and professional networking.
Forensics Day at HU November 20, 2026
Hands-on crime scene investigations and evidence analysis workshops.
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