Lee UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Cleveland, TN. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Lee University

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
Campus terms
25
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Aug 19, 2026 – Dec 14, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

41 entries
  1. Session F
  2. Lee Online End of Summer Break
  3. Fall 2026Relevant now
  4. Fall/Winter 2026 Session A (Lee Online)Lee Online Session ALee Online Session A 2026
  5. Fall/Winter 2026 Session B (Lee Online)Lee Online Session BLee Online Session B 2026
  6. Spring 2027
  7. Lee Online Session CLee Online Session C 2027Spring 2027 Session C (Lee Online)
  8. Lee Online Session DLee Online Session D 2027Spring 2027 Session D (Lee Online)
  9. Summer 2027
  10. Summer Super Session 2027Super Session 2027
  11. Summer 2027 Session I (SS1)Summer 2027 SS1Summer 2027 Super SessionSummer Session I (SS1) 2027Summer Session I 2027
  12. Lee Online Session ELee Online Session E 2027Summer 2027 Session E (Lee Online)
  13. Summer 2027 Session II (SS2)Summer 2027 SS2Summer Session II (SS2) 2027Summer Session II 2027
  14. Lee Online Session FLee Online Session F 2027Summer 2027 Session F (Lee Online)
  15. Summer 2027 Session III (SS3)Summer 2027 SS3Summer Session III (SS3) 2027Summer Session III 2027
  16. Fall/Winter 2027 Session A (Lee Online)Lee Online Session ALee Online Session A 2027

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25 terms

B

Bowdle
Bowdle Hall, a primary residence hall for men.
Brinsfield
Brinsfield Hall, a residence hall for women.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans campus-wide events.
Chapel
The mandatory spiritual services held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
Chick-fil-A
The on-campus Chick-fil-A Express located in the student union.

D

D-Group
Discipleship Group, small student-led spiritual accountability and study groups.
D-Groups
Discipleship Groups, small student-led spiritual accountability groups.
Dunkin
The on-campus Dunkin' Donuts location in the PCSU.

E

Einstein's
The Einstein Bros. Bagels location on campus, a popular breakfast and lunch spot.

F

Front Lawn
The large green space in front of the Higginbotham Administration Building, used for major social gatherings and Spikeball.

L

Livingston
Livingston Hall, a residence hall for women.

N

Nora
Nora Chambers Hall, a women's residence hall often referred to by its first name.

O

O'Bannon
O'Bannon Hall, a residence hall for men.

R

Ring by Spring
The common campus trope of students seeking to be engaged by the spring of their senior year.

S

SAB
Student Activities Board, the organization responsible for planning major campus events like U-Church and concerts.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for students.
Sharp
Sharp Hall, a residence hall for women.
Simmons
Simmons Hall, a women's residence hall.
SOS
Summer Orientation and Service, the student leaders who assist with freshman orientation.
Storms
Storms Hall, a residence hall for women.

T

The Bubble
A term used to describe the insular social and cultural environment of the Lee University campus.
The Caf
The main dining hall located within the Paul Conn Student Union.
The Lee Bubble
The social phenomenon where students feel isolated from the surrounding Cleveland community due to the immersive campus environment.
The PC
The Paul Conn Student Union, frequently used to refer to the food court area.
The Ped Bridge
The pedestrian bridge that crosses over Parker Street to connect the two sides of campus.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Chapel Credits
The mandatory attendance points students must earn each semester by attending chapel services.
Flame Card
The official student ID card used for meal plans, building access, and library services.
Moodle
The learning management system where professors post assignments and course materials.
Portico
The web portal used by students to access grades, registration, and financial accounts.
Service Hours
The 80 hours of community service required for all students to complete before graduation.
Squires
Squires Library, the main campus library.
The Conn
The Conn Center, the large auditorium used for chapel and major performances.
The Forum
The Dixon Center/Forum, used for theater productions and lectures.
The Library
Squires Library, the main academic research and study building.
The PCSU
The Paul Conn Student Union, the central hub for student life.
The Rec
The DeVos Recreation Center, the main campus gym and fitness facility.
The SMC
The School of Music building.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 19, 2026 – Dec 14, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
25 approved campus terms and 12 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 Cleveland for Lee University Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,050

Cost of Living Index

87

Student Population

10,000

City Transportation

Walkability

28

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

Cleveland Urban Area Transit System (bus)

Nearest Airports

Cleveland Regional Jetport (Hardwick Field), Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (regional commercial service)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

59.5°F

Avg Snowfall

1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Atkins Ellis

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Designated as lot C6

B.L. Hicks

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Designated as lots N1, N2

Bowdle/O'Bannon

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Designated as lot N8

Campus News

Latest updates from Lee University

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Lee University

Jesus, The Church, and Disability Conference

September 25, 2026

Lee University Campus

A conference offering practical and theological insights on disability within the church context.

Lee University Theatre: Mary and Myra

September 25, 2026

Buzz Oates Blackbox Theatre

Lee University Theatre presents 'Mary and Myra' by Catherine Filloux, directed by Catherine Filloux.

Presidential Concert Series: The Queen's Cartoonists

September 25, 2026

Pangle Hall

The 34th season opens with a performance by The Queen's Cartoonists, a six-member ensemble known for bringing animated films to life through music.

Winter Graduation Applicants: Transfer Grades Due

September 25, 2026

Registrar's Office

Due date for transfer grades to be posted and 'I' grades to be removed for winter graduation applicants.

Senior Testing SMFT

September 26, 2026

Lee University Campus

Scheduled testing for seniors.

Graduate Faculty Meeting

September 29, 2026

Lee University Campus

Meeting for graduate faculty members.

Deadline to Apply for Winter Graduation

October 1, 2026

Online/Registrar's Office

Final deadline to apply for graduation in Winter 2026.

Fall Break (No Classes)

October 8, 2026

Campus-wide

Fall break begins; no classes held on Thursday or Friday.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Lee University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Atkins-Ellis Hall

Room types: suite

B.L. Hicks Hall

Room types: apartment

Bowdle Hall and O'Bannon Hall

Room types: two-bedroom suite

Brinsfield Row

Brinsfield Row Female Townhomes

Room types: townhome

Brinsfield Row Male Townhomes

Room types: townhome

Carroll Court Apartments

Room types: one-bedroom, two-bedroom

Cross Hall

Room types: suite

Dirksen Row

Dirksen Row Female Townhomes

Room types: townhome

Keeble Hall

Room types: apartment

Livingston East Townhomes

Room types: townhome

Livingston Hall

Room types: apartment

Medlin Hall

Room types: double

New Hughes Hall

Room types: suite

Nora Chambers Hall

Room types: quad-occupancy

Sharp/Davis

Room types: suite

Simmons

Room types: double

Storms Hall

Room types: apartment

Tharp Hall

Room types: suite

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@leeu.edu

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