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Student guide · Summer 2026

The semester, explained for Pace 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
Summer 2026
Campus terms
63
Local details
38

Academic calendar

Summer 2026 runs May 18, 2026 – Aug 29, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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63 terms

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101
Cafe 101, the primary dining hall located on the first floor of One Pace Plaza in NYC.
15
15 Beekman, the newest residence hall and academic building on the NYC campus.
15 Beekman
The newest residence and academic building on the NYC campus, housing the library and learning center.
15 Beekman Dining
The dining hall located in the new 15 Beekman building, often used by NYC students.
182
182 Broadway, a residence hall located near the NYC campus.
182 Broadway
A residence hall located at the corner of Broadway and John Street in NYC.

3

33
33 Beekman, the tallest residence hall in the world, located in Lower Manhattan.
33 Beekman
The high-rise residence hall located at 33 Beekman Street, often referred to simply by its address.

5

55 John
55 John Street, a residence hall in Lower Manhattan primarily housing upperclassmen.

A

Alumni
Alumni Hall, a residence hall on the Pleasantville campus typically housing first-year students.
ASU
Asian Student Union, a cultural organization focused on Asian heritage and community.

B

Balboa
A famous sandwich from Rocky's Deli (typically roast beef and melted swiss on garlic bread) popular with students.
BECSPK
A staple breakfast order (Bacon, Egg, and Cheese with Salt, Pepper, and Ketchup) frequently cited as a campus favorite.
Beekman
33 Beekman Street, the primary residence hall for the NYC campus known for being the tallest student housing in the world.
Big Momma
The student nickname for a statue of the Virgin Mary formerly located on the White Plains campus.
Broadway
182 Broadway, a residence hall located near the NYC campus.

C

Cafe 101
The main cafeteria located on the first floor of One Pace Plaza in NYC.
Cafe V
Cafe Village, the main dining area located in One Pace Plaza in NYC.
CCAR
Center for Community Action and Research, which coordinates volunteering and civic engagement.

D

Dawg Dollars
Voluntary declining balance funds added to a student's One Card for use at on-campus dining and select local vendors.
Dining Custard
A common reference to the Shake Shack-style offerings or specific dessert stations in NYC dining.
Dyson
Common shorthand for the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences.

E

Elm
Elm Hall, a newer residence hall on the Pleasantville campus.

F

Fern
The Fern Dining Hall, a secondary dining location on the Pleasantville campus.
Flex
Flex Dollars, the declining balance portion of the student meal plan used at campus retailers.

K

Kessel
The Kessel Student Center, the primary dining and social hub for the Pleasantville campus.

M

Maria's
Maria's Tower, the residence hall located directly within the One Pace Plaza complex in NYC.
Meal Exchange
A meal plan feature allowing students to 'swipe' for a full combo meal (entrée, side, and drink) at retail dining locations.

N

New Dorm
A common student reference to newer residential facilities on the Pleasantville campus, historically associated with social traditions like 'tossing keys' from balconies.
North
North Hall, a traditional-style residence hall on the Pleasantville campus.
NYC
The common shorthand used to refer to the New York City campus.

O

OSA
Office of Student Assistance, the one-stop shop for registrar, bursar, and financial aid needs.

P

P-ville
Common shorthand for the Pleasantville campus in Westchester.
P.A.C.E.
The Peer Assistance and Counseling program (often used in student wellness contexts).
P.A.C.E. Board
Programming and Campus Entertainment Board, the student-run group that plans major campus events.
PAC
Pace Activities Council, the student-led programming board that plans major campus events.
Pace Delivers
A student-run food delivery service specifically serving the Westchester campus.
Pace Path
The university's signature four-year developmental plan for students.
Pace Setters
The official mascot and the collective name for the Pace University student body.
PLV
The common shorthand used by students and staff to refer to the Pleasantville campus.

R

RHA
Residence Hall Association, the student organization representing those living in campus housing.
Rocky's
Rocky's Millwood Deli, an iconic 24/7 off-campus eatery for Pleasantville students.

S

SDACA
Student Development and Campus Activities, the office that oversees clubs and student life.
SDCA
Student Development and Campus Activities, the department that oversees student clubs and campus events.
Setter
The university mascot (T-Bone the Setter) and the collective name for Pace students and athletes.
Setters
The official nickname for Pace University students, derived from the mascot, T-Bone the Setter.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for students.
SOCA
Students of Caribbean Awareness, a club that hosts major cultural events like the 'Reggae Rhythms Runway'.

T

The Bridge
The interior walkway connecting the East and West sides of One Pace Plaza.
The Cafe
General shorthand for the dining area in 15 Beekman or One Pace Plaza.
The City
How students on the Pleasantville campus refer to the NYC campus or Manhattan in general.
The Courtyard
The central outdoor plaza area within One Pace Plaza, used for student gatherings.
The Perk
A popular coffee shop and quick-service eatery located within the Kessel Student Center.
The Plaza
The large indoor and outdoor common areas of One Pace Plaza where students congregate.
The Set
A common shorthand for the Pleasantville campus or the student community there.
The Shuttle
The inter-campus bus service that transports students between the NYC and Pleasantville campuses.
The Spruce
The Spruce Street entrance of One Pace Plaza, a frequent meeting spot for NYC students.
The Townhouses
A complex of residential units on the Pleasantville campus typically for upperclassmen.
The Tunnel
The underground or lower-level walkway connecting different wings of the One Pace Plaza complex.
Townhouses
The apartment-style student housing units located on the Pleasantville campus.

U

UPB
University Programming Board, the student-led group responsible for planning major campus events.

W

Wedge run
A late-night trip to Rocky's Millwood Deli in Pleasantville to get a 'wedge' (Westchester slang for a hero/sub sandwich).
WPUB
The official student-run radio station of Pace University.

Places and practicalities

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

38 details
15 Beekman
The newest multi-use building in NYC containing classrooms, a library, and a residence hall.
15_beekman_cafeteria
15 Beekman Cafeteria
15_beekman_dining
15 Beekman Dining
161
161 William Street, an NYC campus building housing the Seidenberg School of CSIS and health labs.
163 William
163 William Street, an academic building housing various departments and labs in NYC.
1PP
One Pace Plaza, the central flagship building of the New York City campus.
41 Park
41 Park Row, an academic building in NYC housing classrooms and administrative offices.
Aloysia Hall
The main building for the Elisabeth Haub School of Law in White Plains.
alumni_cafe
Alumni Cafe
Bank Mobile
The system Pace uses to process and deliver student financial aid refunds.
Birnbaum
The Henry Birnbaum Library, located within the NYC campus facilities.
Choate House
A historic administrative building on the Pleasantville campus.
Degree Works
The online academic planning tool used by students to track their progress toward graduation.
fern_dining_hall
Fern Dining Hall
Flex
Declining balance funds included in meal plans that can be used at various on-campus dining locations.
Frankfort Lot
The designated pickup and drop-off location for the intercampus shuttle on the NYC campus.
Goldstein
The Goldstein Fitness Center, the main athletic and recreational facility in Pleasantville.
Handshake
The primary platform used by Pace Career Services for job listings and internship searches.
Help Desk
The ITS (Information Technology Services) support center for troubleshooting student tech issues.
Intercampus Shuttle
The university-provided bus service that transports students between the NYC and Pleasantville/White Plains campuses.
ITS Help Desk
The Information Technology Services support center for campus tech and Wi-Fi issues.
kessel_cafe
Kessel Cafe
market_at_miller
Market at Miller
One Pace Plaza
The main academic and administrative building of the NYC campus, often called 'One Pace'.
OneCard
The official Pace University ID card used for building access, meal plans, and printing.
OPP
One Pace Plaza, the main flagship building of the NYC campus.
Pace Card
The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and printing.
Pace ID
The physical or mobile 'OneCard' used for building access, meal plans, and printing.
Pace One Card
The official university ID card used for building access, meal plans, and printing credits.
Pace Portal
The central online dashboard (MyPace) used for grades, registration, and financial info.
Pace Shuttle
The inter-campus bus service that transports students between the NYC and Pleasantville campuses.
PaceCard
The official university ID card used for building access, library services, and meal plan spending.
Paton House
A building on the Pleasantville campus housing various student services and offices.
SetterSync
The online platform and mobile app (Corq) used to manage student organizations, events, and involvement records.
starbucks_nyc
Starbucks (NYC)
The Shuttle
The inter-campus bus service that provides transportation between the NYC and Pleasantville campuses.
Wilcox
The Wilcox Hall on the Pleasantville campus, housing classrooms and the gym.
Willcox
Willcox Hall, an academic and administrative building on the Pleasantville campus.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Summer 2026 runs May 18, 2026 – Aug 29, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
63 approved campus terms and 38 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 New York for Pace University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in New York.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$3,000

Cost of Living Index

180

Student Population

1,100,000

City Transportation

Walkability

88

Bikeability

69

Public Transit

New York City Subway, MTA Regional Bus Operations, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, Staten Island Ferry

Nearest Airports

John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical / humid continental transition

Avg Annual Temp

55°F

Avg Snowfall

25 in

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Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Commuter Lots (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I, P, T, U, X)

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Available for commuter students with a C permit at Pleasantville.

Resident Lots (I, M, N, R, O, T)

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Available for resident students with an R permit at Pleasantville.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Pace University

Pace Night with the NY Mets

July 30, 2026

Citi Field

Alumni and the Pace community gather at Citi Field to watch the Mets face the Miami Marlins in celebration of 120 years of Pace University.

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July 28, 2026

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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Pace University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

15 Beekman

Capacity: 460

Room types: double, triple

182 Broadway

Capacity: 625

Room types: double, triple, quad, temporary quad

33 Beekman

Capacity: 761

Room types: single, double, quad

55 John Street

Capacity: 499

Room types: double, triple

Alumni Hall

Capacity: 527

Room types: double

Broadway Residence Hall

Capacity: 625

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Cottage B

Dannat Hall

Capacity: 104

Room types: single

Elm Hall

Room types: double

Maria's Tower

Capacity: 450

Room types: double, single, triple

Martin Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single, double, triple

North Hall

Room types: double

One Pace Plaza East

Townhouses

Capacity: 288

Room types: double

Westchester Residence Halls (five halls total)

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Email Domain

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