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Institution in Portland, ME. Operating on a semester system.

Portland, ME
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Student guide · Fall 2026 Online Semester

The semester, explained for Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts

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 Online Semester
Campus terms
7
Local details
5

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Online Semester runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

13 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Online SemesterRelevant now
  2. Fall 2026 Dissertation Prep
  3. Winter Residency 2027
  4. Online Dissertation Symposium 2027
  5. Spring 2027 Dissertation Prep CourseSpring 2027 Online Semester
  6. New York Residency 2027
  7. Online Oral Exams 2027
  8. Online Dissertation Residency 2027
  9. Summer 2027 Residency - Rome and Spannocchia
  10. Summer 2027 Residency - Berlin and Kassel
  11. Fall 2027 Online Semester
  12. Fall 2027 Dissertation Prep

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7 terms

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IDSVA
The Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts.
Independent Study
The semester-long period between residencies where students conduct research and writing from their home locations.

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Spannocchia
The common shorthand for the Tenuta di Spannocchia estate, the primary residential site for the program's start.

T

The Castello
The main castle building at the Spannocchia estate in Tuscany where students stay during the first-year residency.
The Dissertation Phase
The final stage of the program after coursework and exams are completed, focused entirely on the doctoral thesis.
The Fattoria
The farmhouse accommodations at the Spannocchia estate used for student housing during Italian residencies.
The Intensive
The 2-3 week residency period characterized by 12-14 hour days of seminars, lectures, and site visits.

Places and practicalities

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

5 details
Canvas
The online Learning Management System (LMS) used for all coursework, syllabus access, and assignment submissions.
Residency
The mandatory on-site portion of the low-residency PhD, occurring in various global locations like Italy, Berlin, or NYC.
Spannocchia
The working organic farm and estate in Tuscany that serves as the primary physical 'campus' during the first year.
The American Academy
The American Academy in Rome, a frequent site for residency lectures and visits.
The Symposium
A formal presentation event, often held during the NYC residency, where students present their research.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Online Semester runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 5 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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Life in Portland for Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,184

Cost of Living Index

115

Student Population

10,000

City Transportation

Walkability

100

Bikeability

81

Public Transit

METRO Greater Portland Transit District bus system, Downeaster Amtrak service, Casco Bay Lines ferries

Nearest Airports

Portland International Jetport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

47.4°F

Avg Snowfall

70.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Arts District Garage

garage • High

Located at 48 Brown Street, within walking distance of the Portland arts district.

Campus News

Latest updates from Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts

Dr. Gabriel Reed Appointed Interim Director of School

IDSVA alumnus Dr. Gabriel Reed has been appointed as the Interim Director of School, effective August 1, 2026.

Aug 1, 2026

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2026 Ted Coons Dissertation Prize Winner Announced

Dr. Adam Antonio Montoya was awarded the 2026 Ted Coons Dissertation Prize for 'On Phantom Country: The Crypt Æsthetics of a Wilder West'.

May 3, 2026

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Nephi Craig's 'Our Knives will Save Us' Published

A new book by White Mountain Apache Chef and IDSVA student Nephi Craig was named a summer must-read by the New York Times.

Jul 30, 2026

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Campus Security Authority Contact: Silvia Mazzini (207-358-8307) or Molly Davis (207-756-0280).

Campus Security Authority Contact: Silvia Mazzini (207-358-8307) or Molly Davis (207-756-0280).

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts

Artist Reception & Performance: Samantha Jones

October 11, 2026

Amos Eno Gallery, Manhattan, NY

Closing reception and performance for the 'Residual Worlds' exhibition.

Fall Break

October 19, 2026

Online / Global

Academic fall break for all IDSVA cohorts (October 19-25, 2026).

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@idsva.edu

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