Keystone CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2 2026

The semester, explained for Keystone 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 2 2026
Campus terms
19
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall 2 2026 runs Oct 19, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

8 entries
  1. Fall 2 2026Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter Intersession 2026-2027
  3. Spring 1 2027
  4. Spring Semester 2027
  5. Spring 2 2027
  6. Summer 1 2027Summer 2027

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Campus language

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19 terms

B

Boehm
The Dr. Edward G. Boehm and Mrs. Regina E. Boehm Hall; a residence hall featuring super suites for juniors and seniors, formerly known as Keystone Commons.
BSU
Black Student Union; an organization serving as a representative for students of color.

C

CAC
Concerts and Lectures Committee; a student-run body that plans campus events and guest speakers.

F

Frear
Frear Hall; a residence hall often grouped with Reynolds as part of the Frear/Reynolds complex.

G

G-Man
The official name of the Keystone College Giant mascot.
Giants
The collective name for Keystone College students and its athletic teams.
Giants' Den
A casual snack bar and dining spot located within the Hibbard Campus Center.

H

Hollinshead
Hollinshead Hall; a standard campus residence hall for students.

K

KCAFC
Keystone College Armed Forces Club; a club supporting student veterans and their families.

M

Moffat
Moffat Hall; a residence hall typically housing undergraduate students.

N

Nokomian
The official name of the Keystone College student yearbook.

S

SGA
Student Government Association; the representative governing body for the Keystone student population.
Student Restaurant
The main formal dining hall for resident students, located in the Hibbard Campus Center.

T

Tewksbury
Tewksbury Hall; a residence hall that also houses the Counseling and Well-Being Center on its first floor.
The Commons
The Keystone Commons Residence Hall (now Boehm Hall) or the main student dining area.
The Commons
The primary dining facility and student restaurant area on campus.
The Key
The name of the official student-run newspaper published each semester.
The Plume
The name of the college's student literary and art magazine.

W

WKCV
The student-run radio station, WKCV 103.5 LP FM, known as 'The Voice of Keystone College'.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
Capwell
Capwell Science Hall; the primary building for science and allied health laboratory courses.
Club Rush
The involvement fair held at the start of the fall semester for students to join organizations.
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College Green Eatery & Market
Gambal
The Gambal Athletic Center; home to the Ace Spalding Arena and campus weight training rooms.
Harris
Harris Hall; the historic first building of campus, currently used for classrooms and faculty offices.
Hibbard
Hibbard Campus Center; the central hub for student life, housing dining services and the campus store.
KeyCard
The student ID card used for building access and meal plan verification.
MyKC
The official online student portal for accessing grades, schedules, and housing surveys.
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Resident Dining
Sickler
Sickler Hall; a building housing various administrative and academic offices.
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Steak 'n Shake
Student Central
The one-stop-shop for financial aid, student accounts, and registrar services located in Ward Hall.
Ward
Ward Hall; the administrative center housing Student Central, the post office, and the registrar.
Welcome Weekend
The move-in and orientation period for new and returning students prior to the fall term.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2 2026 runs Oct 19, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
19 approved campus terms and 14 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 La Plume for Keystone College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in La Plume.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Tewksbury/Hollinshead Parking lot

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Main pick-up/drop-off location for the campus shuttle.

Campus News

Latest updates from Keystone College

Tuition benefits for PA state employees now offered at Keystone College

Governor Josh Shapiro announced a new partnership offering tuition benefits to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees at Keystone College.

Oct 28, 2026

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Woolly Bears on Campus: Folklore, Fall, and the Facts

Dr. Joseph Iacovazzi discusses the science and folklore behind the woolly bear caterpillars found on campus as autumn arrives.

Oct 7, 2026

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Keystone College expands online education with six new undergraduate degree options

Following MSCHE approval, Keystone has launched six fully online programs including Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, and E-Sports and Gaming Management.

Jul 23, 2026

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Keystone uses the Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS) for campus-wide alerts. Registration is required via MyKC.

Keystone uses the Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS) for campus-wide alerts. Registration is required via MyKC.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Keystone College

Fall Recess — Classes Suspended

October 30, 2026

Campus-wide

Fall Recess for students; classes are suspended.

Observatory Fall Sessions

October 30, 2026

Thomas G. Cupillari '60 Astronomical Observatory

Free public sessions to observe the Moon, planets, and stars through telescopes. These sessions continue each Wednesday and Friday evening through November 20.

Spring 2027 Registration Begins: Veterans, Online, and Graduate Students

October 30, 2026

Online/Registrar

Registration for the Spring 2027 semester opens for Veterans, Online, and Graduate students.

Spring 2027 Registration Begins: Seniors and Honors Scholars

November 2, 2026

Online/Registrar

Spring registration opens for Seniors and Honors Scholars.

Spring 2027 Registration Begins: Juniors

November 3, 2026

Online/Registrar

Spring registration opens for Juniors.

Spring 2027 Registration Begins: Sophomores

November 4, 2026

Online/Registrar

Spring registration opens for Sophomores.

Open House

November 15, 2026

Hibbard Campus Center

An opportunity to explore the campus, meet with faculty, and receive an instant admission decision.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Keystone College

Freshmen are required to live on campus unless granted an exemption.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Sabiston Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single, double

Hibbard Hall

Capacity: 150

Room types: single, double, suite

Pioneer Apartments

Capacity: 80

Room types: apartment style

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@keystone.edu

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