Trinity Washington UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Washington, DC. Operating on a semester system.

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Liberal Arts College

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Term 1

The semester, explained for Trinity Washington 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 Term 1
Campus terms
10
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Term 1 runs Aug 18, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

30 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Term 1Relevant now
  2. Fall 2026 Alt Weekly CoursesFall 2026 Alt Weekly SessionFall 2026 Monthly Courses
  3. Fall 2026 Day and Weekly Courses
  4. Fall 2026 Day and Weekly Session
  5. Fall 2026 Monthly Session
  6. Fall 2026 Term 2
  7. Winter Session 2027
  8. Spring 2027 Term 1
  9. Spring 2027 Monthly CoursesSpring 2027 Monthly Session
  10. Spring 2027 Day and Weekly Courses
  11. Spring 2027 Day and Weekly Session
  12. Spring 2027 Alt Weekly CoursesSpring 2027 Alt Weekly Session
  13. Spring 2027 Term 2
  14. May Term 2027
  15. NHP SEM 2027Summer 2027 NHP SEM Session
  16. Summer 2027 Term 1
  17. Summer 2027 Weekly Courses (8-week)Summer 2027 Weekly Session
  18. Summer 2027 Weekly Courses (10-week)
  19. Dual Enrollment Program 2027Summer 2027 Dual Enrollment Program (DEP)
  20. Summer 2027 Term 2
  21. Fall 2027 Term 1
  22. Fall 2027 Monthly Courses
  23. Fall 2027 Day Courses

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Campus language

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10 terms

A

Alumnae Dining
The main dining hall located in Alumnae Hall.

B

BSU
Black Student Union, a student organization focused on Black culture and community.

C

Cuvilly
Cuvilly Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year students.

K

Kerby
Kerby Hall, a residence hall typically housing upper-division students.

L

LASO
Latin American Student Organization, a group celebrating and supporting Latinx heritage.

N

NSLS
The National Society of Leadership and Success, a leadership honor society on campus.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student representative body.

T

The Deli
A casual dining option located within Alumnae Hall offering sandwiches and quick meals.
The Social Hall
A large gathering space in Main Hall used for events and student meetings.
Trinity
The common shorthand used by students and staff to refer to the university.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Alumnae Hall
The building housing the main dining hall, the deli, and student activity spaces.
Brookland-CUA
The nearest Washington Metro station (Red Line) used by students to access the city.
cuvilly_cafe
Cuvilly Cafe
Main Hall
The historic central building housing administrative offices, classrooms, and the Social Hall.
market_street_deli
Market Street Deli
Moodle
The online learning management system used for course materials and assignments.
Payden
The Payden Academic Center, a modern facility for nursing, STEM, and other academic programs.
Self-Service
The online portal used by students to register for classes, check grades, and view financial aid.
The Library
The Sister Helen Sheehan Library, the primary academic resource center.
The Shuttle
The campus shuttle service that transports students between the campus and the Brookland-CUA Metro station.
The Well
The Health and Wellness Center located in Main Hall, providing medical and counseling services.
Trinity ID
The official student identification card required for building access and meal plans.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Term 1 runs Aug 18, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
10 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.

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Life in Washington for Trinity Washington University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Washington.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

152

Student Population

170,000

City Transportation

Walkability

76

Bikeability

69

Public Transit

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail, Metrobus, DC Circulator, Maryland Area Regional Commuter (MARC), Virginia Railway Express (VRE)

Nearest Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

58.3°F

Avg Snowfall

13.7 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 1 (Cuvilly)

surface_lot • Limited during peak hours

Located near Cuvilly Hall.

Lot 4 (Payden/Trinity Center)

surface_lot • Limited during peak hours

Located near the Payden Academic Center and Trinity Athletic Center.

Lot 5 (Kerby)

surface_lot • Limited during peak hours

Designated student parking area.

Campus News

Latest updates from Trinity Washington University

Middle States Reaffirms Trinity's Accreditation

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education reaffirmed Trinity's institutional accreditation following a rigorous two-year self-study.

Jun 25, 2026

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Trinity Times Wins Big at 2026 Catholic Media Awards

The student newspaper, Trinity Times, received multiple awards for excellence in journalism.

Jun 15, 2026

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Beatrice Peterson '12 Awarded 2026 Journalist of the Year

Alumna Beatrice Peterson was recognized by the National Association of Black Journalists.

Jun 10, 2026

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Trinity community encouraged to sign up for text alerts by texting 'trinitydcalerts' to 866-925-2949 for emergency and weather updates.

Trinity community encouraged to sign up for text alerts by texting 'trinitydcalerts' to 866-925-2949 for emergency and weather updates.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Trinity Washington University

Campus Activities Association Meeting

September 8, 2026

Payden Academic Center 102

Meeting for the Campus Activities Association to discuss student initiatives and events.

Weekly Catholic Community Mass

September 9, 2026

Chapel in Main Hall

Weekly mass hosted by Campus Ministry.

Gospel Choir Rehearsal

September 14, 2026

O'Connor Auditorium

Regular rehearsal for the Trinity Gospel Choir.

Voter Registration

September 15, 2026

Payden Academic Center Lobby

Student Activities event to help students register to vote.

Destigmatizing Mental Health

September 16, 2026

O'Connor Auditorium

Health & Wellness Center event focused on mental health awareness.

Student Success Workshop: Midterm Success

September 16, 2026

Trinity Library (LIB 201)

Workshop focused on strategies for succeeding in midterm exams.

Student Government Council Voting

September 17, 2026

Online

Online voting for the Student Government Council (CAS students).

Student Involvement Fair

September 22, 2026

O'Connor Auditorium (Main Hall 1st floor)

Fair showcasing various clubs and organizations available to students.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Trinity Washington University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Alumnae Hall

Room types: suite

Cuvilly Hall

Room types: double, single (for transfer students)

Kerby Hall

Room types: double, single (converted from doubles)

Kerby Hall A and B wings

Kerby Hall C wing

Main Hall

Room types: single, double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@trinitydc.edu

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