Academic calendar
Fall 1 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
- Fall 1 2026Relevant now
- Fall 1
- Fall - Full Term
- Fall 2 2026
- Fall 2
- Spring - Full Term
- Spring 1
- Spring 1 - For Online Programs OnlySpring 1 2027
- Spring 2 2027
- Spring 2 - For Online Programs Only
- Spring 2
- Summer 1
- Summer - Full Term
- Summer 1 2027Summer 1 Term
- Summer 2 Term
- Summer 2 2027
- Fall 1Fall 1 2027
- Fall - Full Term
- Fall 2Fall 2 2027
- Spring - Full Term
- Spring 1Spring 1 2028
- Spring 2Spring 2 2028
- Summer 1Summer 1 2028
- Summer - Full Term
- Summer 2 2028Summer 2 Term
Campus language
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Showing 17 of 17 terms
B
- BCM
- Baptist Collegiate Ministry, one of the most active religious organizations on campus.
- Bearcat
- The official mascot and the collective name for all Lander University students.
- Blue & Gold
- The official school colors, used as a shorthand for school spirit and game-day attire.
- BSU
- Black Student Union, an organization dedicated to the interests and culture of African American students.
- BV
- Bearcat Village, the university's apartment-style housing complex located off the main campus loop.
C
- Centennial
- Centennial Hall, a suite-style residence hall typically housing upperclassmen.
- Chipley
- Chipley Hall, the historic and oldest residence hall on the Lander campus.
L
- Lide
- Lide Hall, a traditional-style residence hall often referred to by its single name.
P
- P.O.D.
- Provisions on Demand, the campus convenience store located within the Grier Student Center.
S
- SGA
- Student Government Association, the official representative body for the Lander student population.
T
- The Dining Hall
- The main 'all-you-care-to-eat' cafeteria located on the top floor of Grier.
- The Fountain
- The central landmark on the plaza, frequently used as a meeting spot for students.
- The Grier
- The Grier Student Center, which houses the primary dining hall and retail food options.
- The Plaza
- The central outdoor walking area between the CLC, Library, and Grier Student Center.
- The POD
- Common shorthand for the P.O.D. Market convenience store.
- Thomason
- Thomason Hall, a suite-style residence hall located near the athletic facilities.
U
- UPB
- University Program Board, the student organization responsible for planning campus entertainment and events.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
- Bearcat Card
- The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and 'Bearcat Bucks' purchases.
- Bearcat Web
- The online student portal used for course registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
- CLC
- Carnell Learning Center, the primary academic building housing the majority of classrooms and faculty offices.
- Horne Arena
- Finis Horne Arena, the venue for Bearcat basketball, volleyball, and major university ceremonies.
- Jackson Library
- Larry A. Jackson Library, the central hub for research, tutoring, and quiet study.
- Lander Alert
- The emergency notification system that sends text and email warnings about campus safety or weather.
- Lander Email
- The official Microsoft Outlook-based communication channel for all university business.
- Sproles
- Sproles Recreation Center, the main campus gym and fitness facility for students.
- The PE Complex
- The Physical Education Complex, which includes the arena and athletic department offices.
- The Shuttle
- The campus transit service that provides transportation between Bearcat Village and the main academic campus.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- Fall 1 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026.
- How much campus context is included?
- 17 approved campus terms and 10 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.