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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 14, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
7 entries Aug 14 → Dec 15, 2026
Fall Semester 2026 Relevant now
Aug 18 → Oct 12, 2026
Fall 2026 First Half Semester
Oct 19 → Dec 11, 2026
Fall 2026 Second Half Semester
Jan 18 → May 18, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Jan 20 → Mar 15, 2027
Spring 2027 First Half Semester
Mar 22 → May 13, 2027
Spring 2027 Second Half Semester
May 25 → Jul 19, 2027
Summer Session 2027
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CAB Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans campus events. K
K-Club The organization for varsity athletic letter-winners at the university. P
Pfeiffer Pfeiffer Hall, a primary residence hall on campus.
Purple Out A designated event or game where students are encouraged to wear school colors. S
SGA Student Government Association, the representative body for students.
Shriwise Shriwise Dining Hall, the main cafeteria located in the Hauptli Student Center. T
The Den The Den, a casual grill and snack bar located in the student center.
The Hill A common student reference to the campus grounds or the athletic area. W
Wesley Wesley Hall, a residence hall located on the campus perimeter.
Wilson Wilson Hall, a residence hall for students. Y
Yotes Short for Coyotes, the university mascot and a common term for the student body. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Canvas The learning management system used by faculty for course materials and assignments.
Coyote Card The official student ID card used for meal plans and building access.
Graves Graves Family Sports Complex, the main athletic stadium and fields.
Hauptli Hauptli Student Center, the hub for student life and dining.
KWU Alert The emergency notification system used to broadcast safety information to students.
MyKWU The central online portal for student registration, grades, and financial accounts.
Peters Peters Science Hall, the primary facility for science and mathematics.
Pioneers Hall of the Pioneers, the university's main administrative and classroom building.
Sams Sams Hall of Fine Arts, housing music and art departments.
shriwise_cafe_at_bieber_dining_hall Shriwise Cafe at Bieber Dining Hall
the_den The Den Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 14, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 11 approved campus terms and 11 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 Kansas Wesleyan University What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Kansas Wesleyan University
NAIA Approves Fifth Year of Eligibility The NAIA membership approved a model allowing a fifth year of eligibility based on academic progress, effective fall 2027.
Nov 4, 2026
Read More Men's Soccer sees season come to close in KCAC Quarterfinals The Coyotes fell to Friends Falcons 4-0 in the quarterly finals, ending their 2026 season.
Nov 4, 2026
Read More Slow start dooms Men's Basketball against MidAmerica Nazarene The Coyotes fell 80-50 to MidAmerica Nazarene on Tuesday following a significant early deficit.
Nov 4, 2026
Read More KWU Hosting Lift Off to STEAM Tech, Science Day KWU announced a community science event for November 14 featuring NASA astronaut Duane 'Digger' Carey.
Nov 3, 2026
Read More Investigation of a vague potential threat involving a student athlete; campus confirmed safe while police followed up. Investigation of a vague potential threat involving a student athlete; campus confirmed safe while police followed up.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Kansas Wesleyan University
High School Honor Band Master Class November 10, 2026
A master class specifically for high school honor band students.
High School Honor Band Veteran's Concert November 11, 2026
A special concert featuring the high school honor band in honor of veterans.
Lift Off to STEAM Tech, Science Day November 14, 2026
A free community event featuring hands-on projects, interactive displays, and a presentation by NASA astronaut Duane 'Digger' Carey at 10 AM.
High School Honor Percussion Master Class November 18, 2026
A master class for high school percussionists.
Percussion Ensemble Concert – Holiday Concert Series November 19, 2026
Part of the Holiday Concert Series featuring the Percussion Ensemble.
300 Art Exhibition November 21, 2026
An exhibition showcasing regional and student artwork from noon to 6 PM.
Wind and Jazz Ensemble Concert – Holiday Concert Series November 22, 2026
Holiday concert featuring the Wind and Jazz Ensembles at 4 p.m. Admission is free.
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