The semester, explained for Meridian Community 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 2026 Full Term
Campus terms
9
Local details
11
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 Full Term runs Aug 3, 2026 – Dec 9, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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9 terms
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B
BSU
Baptist Student Union, a prominent faith-based student organization on campus.
E
Elliott
Elliott Hall, the primary on-campus residence hall for male students.
I
Ivy
Ivy Hall, the primary on-campus residence hall for female students.
M
MCC Ambassadors
A select group of students who serve as official recruiters and representatives for the college.
P
PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.
S
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the MCC student population.
T
The Nest
Common shorthand for the Eagle's Nest dining area, often used as a general hangout spot.
The Nest
The Eagle's Nest, a grill and snack bar located within Todd Hall.
Todd
Todd Hall, which houses the main campus cafeteria and dining services.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
11 details
Canvas
The learning management system (LMS) used for all online and hybrid course materials.
Eagle Alert
The campus emergency notification system that sends text and email updates to students.
Eaglenet
The official student web portal used for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
Graham Hall
The building housing Fine Arts, Humanities, and the MCC Chorus.
Ivy Hall
The main administrative building housing the admissions office and various classrooms.
MCC ID
The mandatory student identification card required for library access, gym entry, and meal plans.
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MCC Cafeteria
Riley Center
The Riley Health Education Center, used for specialized health program training.
Smith Hall
The campus building primarily used for Science and Mathematics courses.
Todd Hall
The student union building containing the cafeteria, bookstore, and student activities offices.
Webb Hall
The facility dedicated to Nursing and Health Education programs.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Full Term runs Aug 3, 2026 – Dec 9, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 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.
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Consists of both music majors and non-majors and focuses on performing choral music from a variety of style periods.
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Phi Theta Kappa (Nu Upsilon Chapter)
An international honor society for community and junior colleges that promotes leadership, scholarship, service, and fellowship. Membership is by invitation based on GPA.
Invite only
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Creative Writing Group
A group for students interested in creative writing to meet and share their work.
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Eagle eSports
Provides a fair and welcoming environment for all those interested in eSports and competitive gaming. Open to all MCC students in good academic standing.
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Annual Spring Crawfish Boil
A yearly event for students to enjoy free crawfish and socialize.
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Intramural Sports
Offers various sports for current MCC students, including 3-on-3 basketball, three-on-three soccer, volleyball, and bowling.
Drop in any time
Resources & spaces
David H. Quave Student Life Center
The epicenter for student life, offering a recreational space with WiFi, couches, board games, ping pong, pool tables, and video games for students to connect and unwind.
Open to all
L.O. Todd/Billy C. Beal Student Success Center (Library)
Offers a wide range of academic and entertainment databases, study spaces, and other library services to support students' academic pursuits.
Open to all
Student Support Services
Provides guidance and assistance to students, including services for students with disabilities, mental health resources, and The MCC Pantry for students in need.
Open to all
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Life in Meridian for Meridian Community College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Meridian.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$750
Cost of Living Index
82
Student Population
6,500
City Transportation
Walkability
45
Bikeability
35
Public Transit
Meridian Transit System (local bus), Amtrak Crescent (intercity rail via Union Station)
Nearest Airports
Meridian Regional Airport (Key Field)
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
65°F
Avg Snowfall
0.5 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Graham Gymnasium Parking Lot
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Used for special events such as blood drives.
Residential Parking Lots
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Color-coded decals restricted to residents of specific housing units.
Campus News
Latest updates from Meridian Community College
Smith earns CDL examiner certification after two years of training
Micheal Smith, an instructor in the Commercial Truck Driving Program, is now a certified third-party CDL examiner, increasing the college's capacity for skills exams.
Beyond the label: MCC speakers share stories of disability, recovery, inclusion
Dr. Dwight Owens, Ishaunna Gully, and David Hale participated in 'L(able)d', a program sharing experiences with paraplegia to challenge students to look beyond disabilities.
Mississippi Lawmakers Revisit Whether the State Needs All Its Public Colleges
State lawmakers are discussing the consolidation of higher education institutions, with a previous proposal suggesting the merger of Meridian CC with East Mississippi CC.