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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar First Half Stringer Fall 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
35 entries Aug 17 → Sep 9, 2026
Block 1 Fall 2026
Aug 17 → Oct 7, 2026
First Half Stringer Fall 2026 Relevant now
Aug 17 → Dec 10, 2026
Fall 2026 Full Semester Stringer Fall 2026
Sep 14 → Oct 7, 2026
Block 2 Fall 2026
Oct 12 → Nov 4, 2026
Block 3 Fall 2026
Oct 12 → Dec 10, 2026
Second Half Stringer Fall 2026
Nov 9 → Dec 10, 2026
Block 4 Fall 2026
Jan 11 → Feb 3, 2027
Block 5 Spring 2027
Jan 11 → Mar 4, 2027
First Half Stringer Spring 2027
Jan 11 → May 5, 2027
Full Semester Stringer Spring 2027 Spring 2027
Feb 8 → Mar 4, 2027
Block 6 Spring 2027
Mar 15 → Apr 7, 2027
Block 7 Spring 2027
Mar 15 → May 5, 2027
Second Half Stringer Spring 2027
Apr 12 → May 5, 2027
Block 8 Spring 2027
May 17 → Jul 23, 2027
Summer Term 2027
May 17 → Aug 11, 2027
Outreach/Extension Programming Summer 2027 Summer 2027
Aug 23 → Sep 15, 2027
Block 1 Fall 2027
Aug 23 → Oct 13, 2027
First Half Stringer Fall 2027
Aug 23 → Dec 10, 2027
Fall 2027 Full Semester Stringer Fall 2027
Sep 20 → Oct 13, 2027
Block 2 Fall 2027
Oct 18 → Nov 10, 2027
Block 3 Fall 2027
Oct 18 → Dec 10, 2027
Second Half Stringer Fall 2027
Nov 15 → Dec 10, 2027
Block 4 Fall 2027
Jan 10 → Feb 2, 2028
Block 5 Spring 2028
Jan 10 → Mar 2, 2028
First Half Stringer Spring 2028
Jan 10 → May 3, 2028
Full Semester Stringer Spring 2028 Spring 2028
Feb 7 → Mar 2, 2028
Block 6 Spring 2028
Mar 13 → Apr 5, 2028
Block 7 Spring 2028
Mar 13 → May 3, 2028
Second Half Stringer Spring 2028
Apr 10 → May 3, 2028
Block 8 Spring 2028
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A D J M R T X A
ASUMW Associated Students of the University of Montana Western, the student government body. D
Davis Davis Hall, a residence hall on campus. J
Jordan Jordan Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen and offering suite-style living. M
Mathews Mathews Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year students. R
RHA Residence Hall Association, the student organization representing those living on campus. T
The Block Refers to the 3.5-week intensive course period unique to the Experience One (X1) schedule.
The Caf The main dining hall located within the Student Union Building (SUB).
The SUB The Student Union Building, which houses the main dining services and student lounge areas. X
X1 Shorthand for Experience One, the university's unique block scheduling system where students take one class at a time. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Block Break The four-day break period between blocks, typically starting on a Thursday afternoon and ending the following Monday.
Bulldog Card The official student identification card used for dining, library access, and building entry.
Dillon The local town surrounding the campus; students often use it to refer to off-campus errands or social life.
Main Main Hall, the historic administrative and classroom building at the center of campus.
STC The Science and Technology Center, where most lab-based and science courses are held.
The BAR The Business and Arts Building, housing classrooms for those respective departments.
The Library The Lucy Carson Library, the primary academic resource and study center.
The Tutor Center Located in the library, providing peer-led academic support specifically tailored to the block schedule.
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What academic term is relevant now? First Half Stringer Fall 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 9 approved campus terms and 10 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 The University of Montana-Western What the product handles for students.
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Dillon Community Story Stroll Named 2026 Library of Congress Literacy Awards Program Honoree A partnership between Montana Western, School District #10, and the Dillon Public Library was selected as an Emerging Strategies Honoree.
Sep 8, 2026
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Aug 21, 2026
Read More Montana Western Announces 2026-2027 Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series The Fine Arts Department announced a dynamic lineup for the upcoming season, including improv and professional theater.
Aug 17, 2026
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Financial Literacy Workshop 1 – Evening Session September 17, 2026
An evening session of the financial literacy workshop.
Financial Literacy Workshop 1 – Midday Session September 17, 2026
A workshop focused on financial literacy for students.
Heritage Keeper Award for O. Alan Weltzien September 17, 2026
Award ceremony honoring O. Alan Weltzien.
Alumni Weekend September 18, 2026
Reconnect with fellow Bulldogs and celebrate Montana Western traditions with social events and athletics.
Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony September 19, 2026
Induction ceremony for the 2026 Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame.
Sunday Night Improv September 20, 2026
UMW's Drama Club presents Sunday Night Improv featuring music and skits.
Phlebotomy Training September 21, 2026
Training session for phlebotomy.
Explore Around Dillon: Lake Agnes Group Hike & Picnic September 26, 2026
A group hike and picnic event exploring the area around Dillon.
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