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 I 2026
Campus terms
8
Local details
10
Academic calendar
Fall I 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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8 terms
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C
CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led organization responsible for planning campus events.
S
SAA
Student Alumni Association, a group focused on connecting current students with Thomas College alumni.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population.
T
Terriers
The official mascot and the common term used to refer to Thomas College students and athletes.
The Bridge
The internal student portal used to access grades, schedules, and financial information.
The Commons
The primary dining hall located within the Spann Student Center.
The Dog Pound
The campus bistro and cafe offering quick-service meals and coffee.
The Village
The townhouse-style student residences located on the campus perimeter.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
10 details
Ayotte
The Ayotte Center, which houses administrative offices and various classrooms.
Canvas
The learning management system used by faculty and students for course materials and assignments.
Handshake
The online career services platform used by students to find jobs, internships, and career events.
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Jeanie's Café
Spann
The Spann Student Center, the central hub for student life, dining, and the bookstore.
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Spann Commons Dining Center
Sukeforth
The Sukeforth Family Sports Center, the main facility for indoor athletics and fitness.
Terrier Card
The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
The Alfond
The Harold Alfond Academic Center, containing the campus library and academic resources.
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The Dog Pound
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall I 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 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.
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