Southern Utah UniversityStudent Guide

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Cedar City, UT
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Student guide · Fall 2026 Full Session

The semester, explained for Southern Utah 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 Full Session
Campus terms
16
Local details
15

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Full Session runs Sep 2, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

28 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Aviation Session A2
  2. Fall Semester 2026 - A2 Session
  3. Fall 2026 1st Session
  4. Fall Semester 2026 - 1st Session
  5. Fall 2026 Full SessionRelevant now
  6. Fall 2026 A6 SessionFall 2026 A7 Session
  7. Fall 2026 Aviation Session A3
  8. Fall 2026 Aviation Session A1
  9. Fall 2026 2nd Session
  10. Fall 2026 Aviation Session A4
  11. Fall 2026 Aviation Session A5
  12. Spring 2027 Aviation Session A2Spring Semester 2027 - A2 Session
  13. Spring 2027 1st Session
  14. Spring Semester 2027 - 1st SessionSpring Semester 2027 - A7 Session
  15. Spring 2027 Full Session
  16. Spring Semester 2027 - A6 Session
  17. Spring 2027 Aviation Session A3
  18. Spring 2027 Aviation Session A1
  19. Spring 2027 2nd Session
  20. Spring 2027 Aviation Session A4
  21. Spring 2027 Aviation Session A5
  22. Summer 2027 Aviation Session A2
  23. Summer 2027 Full Session
  24. Summer 2027 Aviation Session A3
  25. Summer 2027 Aviation Session A1

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Campus language

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16 terms

A

ACES
Assistant Coaches for Excellence and Success, peer mentors who assist new students with their transition to college.

C

CAPS
Counseling and Psychological Services, providing mental health support for students.
Cedar Hall
Refers to the Cedar Hall North and Cedar Hall South housing complexes.

E

ELLC
Eccles Living Learning Center, a suite-style residence hall often referred to by its acronym.

F

Founders
Founders Hall, an on-campus residence hall.

P

Ponderosa
Ponderosa Terrace, an on-campus housing option.

S

SPB
Student Programming Board, the organization responsible for planning campus events and activities.
STIL
Student Involvement and Leadership office.
SUUSA
Southern Utah University Student Association, the student government body.

T

T-Bird
The nickname for any Southern Utah University student or athlete.
T-Bird Grill
A popular food station located within the student center food court.
The Bell
The historic bell located at Old Main, central to many campus traditions.
The Market
The on-campus convenience store located in the student center.
The Perch
The primary dining hall located on the second floor of the Sharwan Smith Student Center.
Thor
The official name of the university's Thunderbird mascot.
True T-Bird
A student who has participated in the tradition of kissing someone under the Old Main bell at midnight during Homecoming.

Places and practicalities

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

15 details
BC
Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center, home to the liberal arts departments and the Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery.
Canvas
The learning management system used by professors for course assignments, grades, and communication.
CATS
Cedar Area Transportation Service, the local bus system that provides transit around campus and Cedar City.
chick_fil_a
Chick-fil-A
ELC
Electronic Learning Center, housing computer labs and various academic departments.
GC
General Classroom Building, used for a wide variety of academic courses.
MySUU
The central online portal where students access registration, financial aid, and university email.
papa_johns
Papa Johns
PE
J.L. Sorenson Physical Education Building, containing the gym, pool, and athletic facilities.
ST
Sharwan Smith Student Center, the hub for student life, dining, and the bookstore.
t_bird_eats_dining_hall
T-Bird Eats Dining Hall
T-Card
The official SUU student identification card used for meal plans, building access, and library services.
TH
Theatre Arts Building, part of the performing arts complex.
The Walk
The traditional processional walk new students take through the Carter Carillon (bell tower) during orientation.
thunderbird_corner_market
Thunderbird Corner Market

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Full Session runs Sep 2, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 15 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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Worth a look

KSUU-FM Thunder 91.1

The student-run FM radio station at Southern Utah University, broadcasting music, news, and campus events.

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Student Programming Board (SPB)

A branch of SUUSA responsible for planning and executing major campus events and programs to enhance student life.

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SUTV-9

A cable TV channel operated by SUU's Department of Communication, with most local programs produced by students.

Source: suu.edu · Verified 2 months ago

University Journal

SUU's official student-run campus newspaper, published as a monthly magazine and immediate web source.

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Intramural Sports

Organized recreational sports leagues and tournaments for students. Sports include basketball, flag football, volleyball, soccer, and more.

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SUU Outdoors

Organizes outdoor adventure trips for students, including hiking, climbing, canyoneering, and rafting. Also offers gear rentals.

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Campus rituals

Carter Carillon Tradition

New students walk east under the bell tower to symbolize the sunrise of their SUU journey. They don't walk under it again until graduation, when they walk west toward the sunset.

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Source: suu.edu · Verified 2 months ago

Resources & spaces

Career Center

Provides career counseling, resume reviews, mock interviews, and resources for finding jobs and internships.

Open to all

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)

Offers free and confidential counseling, therapy, and mental health resources for all SUU students.

Open to all

Gerald R. Sherratt Library

The main campus library, providing access to books, databases, study spaces, research help, and technology.

Open to all

Tutoring Center

Offers free peer tutoring services for a wide range of general education and upper-division courses.

Open to all

Recent Southern Utah University Syllabus Analyses

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BIOL 1610

General Biology I Lecture

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MATH 1050-07

College Algebra

Fall 2026

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MATH 1050–07

College Algebra

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PSY 1010 - 01

General Psychology (face-to-face)

Fall 2026

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Life in Cedar City for Southern Utah University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Cedar City.

Timezone

Mountain Time (MT)

Median Rent

$1,150

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

12,000

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

50

Public Transit

Cedar Area Transit (local bus service), Regional intercity bus connections

Nearest Airports

Cedar City Regional Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean, warm summer (Csb)

Avg Annual Temp

51.3°F

Avg Snowfall

50 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 2 (PE)

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Red Lot; Student Pass permitted.

Lot 3 (Hunter Alumni Center)

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Faculty/Staff & Visitor parking.

Lot 15 (Bristlecone)

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Housing Pass required.

Lot 18 (Library)

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Red Lot; Student Pass permitted.

Campus News

Latest updates from Southern Utah University

Thunderbirds Open 2026-27 Season Monday Against West Coast Baptist

The Southern Utah men's basketball team begins its season in the Big Sky Conference with a home game at the America First Event Center.

Nov 1, 2026

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Big Sky Race Tightens: SUU Battles Northern Arizona

Lumberjacks rally in the second half at Southern Utah to stay tied for first in the conference football race.

Nov 1, 2026

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Boil water order issued for Cedar City area impacting some SUU facilities due to E. coli contamination.

Boil water order issued for Cedar City area impacting some SUU facilities due to E. coli contamination.

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All clear at SCA building following report of a suspicious package.

All clear at SCA building following report of a suspicious package.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Southern Utah University

Choir Concert - Fall 2026

November 2, 2026

Eccles Music Center, Okerlund Hall

The SUU Concert Choir, Opus Chamber Choir, and Luminosa Treble Choir present an evening of music, praise, and gratitude.

Therapy Dog Tuesdays

November 3, 2026

Gerald R. Sherratt Library (LIB), Lobby

Visit the library lobby to spend time with therapy dogs.

SUU Ballroom Dance Company 2026 Fall Concert

November 13, 2026

Heritage Center Theater (105 North 100 East)

The SUU Ballroom Dance Company presents its annual fall concert performances at 7:00 p.m.

Red Riot Overnight

November 20, 2026

SUU Campus

Overnight experience for high school students featuring campus tours, meals, and event tickets.

SUU Women's Basketball vs. University of San Diego

November 28, 2026

America First Event Center

Home basketball game against USD.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Southern Utah University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Cedar Hall

Room types: shared room

College Park

Room types: single bedroom

Eccles Living and Learning Center

Room types: shared, single, single large

Founders Hall

Capacity: 320

Room types: shared room

Hillside Apartments

Room types: single bedroom

Ponderosa Terrace

Room types: 4-5 single/double occupancy bedrooms

The Cottages

Room types: shared bedroom, two-person apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@suu.edu

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