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Public Trade School in Uvalde, TX. Operating on a semester system.
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On this page Student guide Syllabi City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall 2026 16 Week Semester runs Jul 31, 2026 – Dec 8, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
3 entries Jul 31 → Oct 9, 2026
Fall 2026 1st 8 Week Semester
Jul 31 → Dec 8, 2026
Fall 2026 16 Week Semester Relevant now
Sep 25 → Dec 8, 2026
Fall 2026 2nd 8 Week Semester
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C G H P S T C
Cowboys The official mascot and collective name for the student body (Cowboys and Cowgirls). G
Garner Garner Hall, the primary women's residence hall on the Uvalde campus. H
Hubbard Hubbard Hall, the primary men's residence hall on the Uvalde campus. P
PTK Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges. S
SGA Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student population.
STEM Club The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math student organization. T
The Caf The main cafeteria located within the Matthews Student Center on the Uvalde campus. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
12 details
Admin The Joe Richarz Memorial Administration Building, housing executive offices and admissions.
Canvas The learning management system used for accessing course materials and online classes.
Fly The Fly Memorial Library, the main research and study facility.
Late Start Accelerated 8-week courses that begin mid-semester, distinct from the full 16-week term.
Matthews The Matthews Student Center, the hub for student activities and dining.
matthews_student_center_cafeteria Matthews Student Center Cafeteria
matthews_student_center_snack_bar Matthews Student Center Snack Bar
Palm Palm Hall, a key academic building often associated with nursing and allied health programs.
Self-Service The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
Smartcard The official SWTJC student identification card required for library access and campus services.
Tate Tate Auditorium, the primary venue for campus events and performances.
Wagner The Wagner Building, which houses various academic classrooms and labs. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall 2026 16 Week Semester runs Jul 31, 2026 – Dec 8, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 7 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. Using DormWay at Southwest Texas Junior College What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Southwest Texas Junior College
Southwest Texas College Honors the Life and Legacy of Board President Dr. Harry O. Watkins The SWTX family is mourning the loss of Dr. Harry O. Watkins, M.D., president of the Board of Trustees, who passed away at the age of 90.
Oct 11, 2026
Read More Southwest Texas College Dean Armando Mondragon Recognized by Middle Rio Grande Development Council Dean Mondragon was recognized for his service and leadership in the region.
Aug 15, 2026
Read More Southwest Texas College Celebrates Mental Health Technician Graduates A cohort of students successfully completed the Mental Health Technician program, preparing for careers in healthcare.
Aug 1, 2026
Read More Campus incident update provided for May 2026 training incident. Campus incident update provided for May 2026 training incident.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Southwest Texas Junior College
Veterans Day Luncheon - Uvalde November 5, 2026
The Uvalde campus invites veterans to a special luncheon honoring their service, courage, and sacrifice.
Campus Tour: ASU November 11, 2026
The Transfer & Career Center is heading to San Angelo for a campus tour of Angelo State University.
Library International Games Month November 11, 2026
Celebrate International Games Month with the Library and Gaming Club.
42nd Annual Turkey Trot November 21, 2026
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to gobble, wobble, and trot from 6:00 - 10:00 a.m.
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