Salve Regina UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Newport, RI. Operating on a semester system.

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Liberal Arts College

Institution Type

23

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Salve Regina 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 Semester 2026
Campus terms
15
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Sep 7, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

19 entries
  1. Summer 2026 14-Week SessionSummer 2026 Graduate 14-Week Session
  2. Summer Session II 2026Summer Session II 2026 Graduate
  3. Fall Semester 2026Fall Semester 2026 Graduate 15-WeekRelevant now
  4. Fall Session I 2026 Graduate
  5. Fall Session II 2026 Graduate
  6. Winter Session 2027 Graduate
  7. Spring Semester 2027
  8. Spring Semester 2027 Graduate 15-Week
  9. Spring Session I 2027 Graduate
  10. Spring Session II 2027 Graduate
  11. Summer 2027 14-Week SessionSummer 2027 Graduate 14-Week Session
  12. Summer Session I 2027Summer Session I 2027 Graduate
  13. Summer Session II 2027Summer Session II 2027 Graduate

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Campus language

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15 terms

A

AMP
Academic Mentor Program, a peer-led academic support initiative.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led organization that plans campus events.

G

Global
The Global Kitchen, a specific food station within the Miley Cafe offering international cuisine.

H

Hunt
Hunt Hall, a residence hall located on the north end of campus.

J

Jazzman's
The coffee shop and cafe located within the O'Hare Academic Building.

M

Miley
Miley Hall, a primary residence hall for first-year students that also houses the main dining hall.
Miley
The Miley Cafe, the university's primary dining hall located in Miley Hall.

R

Revelle
Revelle Hall, a residence hall primarily housing first-year students.

S

Seahawks
The university's official mascot and the term used to refer to the student body.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for students.
SRU Dance
The Salve Regina University Dance Group, a prominent student performing arts organization.
Starbucks
The Starbucks location situated inside Gerety Hall.

T

The Cliff Walk
The famous 3.5-mile public walkway that borders the university's eastern edge along the ocean.
The Gilded Age
A common reference to the historical period of the mansions that now serve as university buildings.

W

Walgreen
Walgreen Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
Antone
The Antone Academic Center, which houses the departments of art, music, and theatre arts.
Canvas
The learning management system used by faculty for course materials and assignments.
Gerety
Gerety Hall, the student union and social hub of the campus.
jazzman_s_cafe_bakery
Jazzman's Cafe & Bakery
McKillop
The McKillop Library, the university's primary research and study facility.
mckillop_library_caf
McKillop Library Café
miley_caf
Miley Café
miley_mart
Miley Mart
MySalve
The university's internal web portal used for course registration, grades, and financial information.
O'Hare
The O'Hare Academic Building, the main hub for classrooms and faculty offices.
Ochre
Ochre Court, the university's central administrative building and iconic Gilded Age mansion.
RIPTA
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority; students often use these buses for travel around Newport and to Providence.
Seahawk Card
The official university ID card used for meal plans, building access, and library services.
The Shuttle
The campus-operated shuttle service providing transportation for students to various points in Newport.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Sep 7, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 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 Newport for Salve Regina University Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

130

Student Population

2,500

City Transportation

Walkability

75

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

RIPTA regional bus service, Seasonal ferries to Providence and other coastal points

Nearest Airports

Newport State Airport (general aviation), T.F. Green Airport (major commercial airport in Warwick, RI, regional access)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

52°F

Avg Snowfall

31 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

McKillop Library Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Assigned parking for registered vehicles.

Gerety Hall Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Assigned parking for registered vehicles.

Rodgers Recreation Center Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Assigned parking for registered vehicles.

Ochre Court Front Lot

surface_lot • Reserved

Reserved for prospective students and families.

Campus News

Latest updates from Salve Regina University

Salve's Aryana Wilson '27 helps Caribbean women's national hockey team capture a title

Aryana Wilson '27 played a key role in leading the Caribbean women's national hockey team to a championship victory.

Sep 17, 2026

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Is America still a democracy? A plurality of Americans say 'no.'

A national survey by the Pell Center found significant partisan divides in how Americans perceive the state of democracy in the U.S.

Sep 16, 2026

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Two Salve business alums build careers at New York Yacht Club

Recent graduates from Salve's business program are finding success in professional roles at the prestigious New York Yacht Club.

Sep 14, 2026

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Meet the Class of 2030

Salve Regina welcomes its newest cohort of students, the Class of 2030, as they begin their academic journey.

Sep 10, 2026

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Salve-Alert emergency notification system is active for all campus members.

Salve-Alert emergency notification system is active for all campus members.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Salve Regina University

BOSS (Best of Salve Students) Show 2026

September 17, 2026

Dorrance H. Hamilton Gallery

An exhibition showcasing the best work from Salve students.

Faculty/Staff Lunch and Learn: Creating Digital Boundaries to Reconnect

September 17, 2026

Ochre Court, State Dining Room

A health and wellness session for faculty and staff focused on digital boundaries.

CAB Kickoff

September 19, 2026

Not specified

Kickoff event hosted by the Campus Activities Board.

Out of the Darkness Walk

September 20, 2026

Salve Regina Campus

A walk in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Island Adventures Market

September 24, 2026

Not specified

A campus market event featuring local vendors and student activities.

Magnifica Humanitas Pell Center Lecture

September 30, 2026

O'Hare Academic Building - Bazarsky Lecture Hall

A lecture featuring experts exploring topics from voting rights to AI.

Art Series: Charcuterie Paint Night

October 1, 2026

Not specified

A creative social event combining painting and charcuterie.

Fall Festival / Homecoming Weekend 2026

October 2, 2026

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A weekend celebration for students, families, and alumni featuring performances and athletic events.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Salve Regina University

Freshmen are required to live on campus unless commuting from home or granted exemption.

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

Ochre Court

Room types: Single, Double, Suite

Miley Hall

Room types: Single, Double

Gerety Hall

Room types: Single, Double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@salve.edu

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