Union Presbyterian SeminaryStudent Guide

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180

Total Enrollment

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Institution Type

5

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Union Presbyterian Seminary

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
8
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 9, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Summer 2026
  2. Fall 2026Relevant now
  3. Winter 2027
  4. Spring 2027

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Campus language

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8 terms

B

BWA
Black Women's Association, a student organization focused on the support and fellowship of Black women in ministry.

I

ISA
International Student Association, providing support and community for students from outside the United States.

L

Lingle
Lingle Hall, a primary residence hall on the Richmond campus providing single and double rooms.

P

PSCE
Refers to the Presbyterian School of Christian Education, the institution that merged with Union; often used to describe the Christian Education curriculum or legacy.

R

Richmond Hall
A residence hall on the Richmond campus that also houses the campus refectory and community spaces.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student voice on campus.

T

The Refectory
The main dining hall located in Richmond Hall where community meals and daily dining services are provided.

U

Union
The common shorthand used by students and faculty to refer to the seminary.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Belk Mansion
The central hub for the Charlotte campus, housing classrooms, offices, and community space.
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Campus Cafe
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access course syllabi, assignments, and online discussions.
Charlotte Campus
The seminary's second location in North Carolina, often referred to simply as 'Charlotte' by the community.
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Holderness Dining Room
Lake Hall
An academic building on the Richmond campus housing faculty offices and classrooms.
Morton Library
The primary research library for the seminary, housing extensive theological collections.
MyUPSem
The official student portal used for registration, checking grades, and accessing financial information.
Rice Hall
A building on the Richmond campus used for faculty offices and academic instruction.
Schoppe Hall
A building dedicated to student services, including the business office and financial aid.
The Writing Center
A campus resource providing specialized assistance with theological writing and research papers.
Watts Hall
The main administrative and classroom building on the Richmond campus, often considered the face of the seminary.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 9, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 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 Richmond for Union Presbyterian Seminary Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,430

Cost of Living Index

98

Student Population

34,000

City Transportation

Walkability

51

Bikeability

51

Public Transit

GRTC Pulse, GRTC bus system

Nearest Airports

Richmond International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

60.4°F

Avg Snowfall

10.4 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

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Library Parking Lot

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Located at the Richmond Campus near Morton Library.

Campus News

Latest updates from Union Presbyterian Seminary

Celebrating John Wilson's 26 Years of Service to Union Presbyterian Seminary

John Wilson, director of Information Technology, retired from the seminary after more than two decades of service.

Sep 4, 2026

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Union Presbyterian Seminary expands hybrid learning to increase student access

The seminary announced a shift to a fully hybrid model for its Richmond campus graduate and certificate programs starting September 2026.

Feb 10, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Richmond Residency Week

September 22, 2026

Richmond Campus

A 4-day academic residency for hybrid students featuring in-person worship, learning, and community experiences.

Teaching the Bible (Pathways Course)

September 29, 2026

Online/Hybrid

A course taught by Dr. Lakisha Lockhart as part of the Pathways program for lifelong learning.

Yaupon Place Weeding with Wendell Berry

September 30, 2026

1313 Westwood Ave, Richmond, VA 23227

Community weeding event at the Yaupon Place eco-park from 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM.

Reformed Theology (Pathways Course)

October 8, 2026

Online/Hybrid

A course taught by Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty as part of the Pathways program.

Deadline to Withdraw from Fall Term Classes

October 19, 2026

Richmond Campus

Final date for students to withdraw from classes for the Fall 2026 term.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Melrose Apartments

Room types: apartment

Moore Hall

Room types: dormitory room

Richmond Hall

Capacity: 176

Room types: dormitory room

Thompson Hall

Room types: not specified

Watts Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@upsem.edu

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