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
Campus terms
11
Local details
8
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 runs Aug 3, 2026 – Dec 25, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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B
Beckham
Beckham Hall, a residence hall for female students.
F
Fair
Fair Hall, the primary residence hall for male students.
G
Gus F.
Gus F. Taylor Hall, a residence hall for male students.
N
NPHC
National Pan-Hellenic Council, the governing body for historically Black Greek-letter organizations on campus.
P
Pinkerton
Pinkerton Hall, a residence hall for female students.
Purple and Gold
The official school colors, frequently used to refer to school spirit or required attire for 'Spirit Fridays.'
S
SGA
Student Government Association, the official representative body for the students.
Steer Nation
A collective term for the Texas College community, derived from the school's Steer mascot.
T
The Caf
The main dining facility located within the Student Union Building.
The Yard
The central outdoor campus area where social events, Greek 'steps,' and homecoming activities occur.
U
UNCF
United Negro College Fund, an organization that provides significant scholarship support to Texas College students.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
8 details
D.R. Glass
The D.R. Glass Library, the main academic and research building.
TC ID
The official student identification card required for meal plan access and entry to campus facilities.
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Texas College Dining Hall
The Admin
The Administration Building, housing the offices of the President and executive staff.
The Business Office
The administrative office where students handle tuition payments and account balances.
The Gym
The Gus F. Taylor Gymnasium, the venue for basketball games and major campus assemblies.
The Portal
The online student information system used for course registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
The SUB
The Student Union Building, which serves as the center for student life and dining.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 3, 2026 – Dec 25, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 8 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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Student Population
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