Academic calendar
Fall 2026 Full Term runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
- Fall 2026 8 Week I SessionFall 2026 8W1
- Fall 2026 Full TermRelevant now
- Fall 2026 8 Week II SessionFall 2026 8W2
- Spring 2027 3 Week I Winter SessionWinter 2026-2027 3 Week I SessionWinter 2027 3 Week I SessionWinter Intersession 2026-2027 (3 Week I Winter Session)Winter Intersession 2026-2027 (3 Week I)Winter Intersession 2026-2027 (3W1)Winter Intersession 2026-2027 3 Week I SessionWinter Session 2026-2027Winter Session 2026-2027 (3W1)Winter Session 2027
- Spring 2027 8 Week I SessionSpring 2027 8W1
- Spring 2027 Regular Session
- Spring 2027 8 Week II SessionSpring 2027 8W2Spring 2027 8W2 Session
- Summer 2027 3 Week 1 SessionSummer 2027 3 Week I SessionSummer 2027 3 Week SessionSummer 2027 3W1
- Summer 2027 5 Week 1 SessionSummer 2027 5 Week I SessionSummer 2027 5W1
- Summer 2027 10 Week SessionSummer 2027 10W
- Summer 2027 8 Week SessionSummer 2027 8W
- Summer 2027 5 Week 2 SessionSummer 2027 5 Week II SessionSummer 2027 5W2Summer 2027 5W2 Session
- Fall 2027 8 Week I SessionFall 2027 8W1
- Fall 2027 Full Term
- Fall 2027 8 Week II SessionFall 2027 8W2
- Spring 2028 3 Week I Winter SessionWinter 2027-2028 3 Week I SessionWinter Intersession 2027-2028 (3 Week I Winter Session)Winter Intersession 2027-2028 (3 Week I)Winter Intersession 2027-2028 3 Week I SessionWinter Intersession 2027-2028 3W1Winter Session 2027-2028Winter Session 2027-2028 (3W1)
- Spring 2028 8 Week I SessionSpring 2028 8W1
- Spring 2028 Regular Session
- Spring 2028 8 Week II SessionSpring 2028 8W2
- Summer 2028 3 Week 1 SessionSummer 2028 3 Week I SessionSummer 2028 3 Week SessionSummer 2028 3W1
- Summer 2028 5 Week 1 SessionSummer 2028 5 Week I SessionSummer 2028 5W1
- Summer 2028 10 Week SessionSummer 2028 10W
- Summer 2028 8 Week SessionSummer 2028 8W
- Summer 2028 5 Week 2 SessionSummer 2028 5 Week II SessionSummer 2028 5W2
Campus language
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Showing 95 of 95 terms
A
- Albino Squirrel
- A local campus legend; spotting one is traditionally considered good luck for exams.
- Amoeba
- A slang term used by TAMS students to describe the large, tight-knit groups they walk in to get to class.
B
- Bruce
- Bruce Hall, the oldest residence hall on campus, known for its music-themed community.
- Bruce
- The dining hall located in Bruce Hall, known for its traditional home-style meals.
- Bruce Dining
- The dining hall in Bruce Hall, popular for its home-style meals and music-themed environment.
- Bruceteria
- The dining hall located inside Bruce Hall, popular for its central location.
- BSM
- Baptist Student Ministry, a prominent religious organization with a building on the edge of campus.
- BSU
- Black Student Union, an organization focused on the interests and heritage of Black students.
C
- Champ's
- The sports-themed dining hall located within Victory Hall near the athletic complex.
- Champs
- The dining hall located in Victory Hall, frequently used by student-athletes.
- Crumley
- Crumley Hall, a residence hall known for its unique architecture and central location.
- CVAD
- College of Visual Arts and Design, often used to refer to the college or its specific building.
D
- Dirty Kerr
- Kerr Hall, the university's largest residence hall, often nicknamed by students for its age and high-density freshman population.
- Disco Park
- The common student shorthand for the Discovery Park engineering campus.
- DSA
- Division of Student Affairs, the administrative umbrella for most student-facing services.
E
- Eagle Alert
- The official emergency notification system that sends texts and emails about campus closures or safety issues.
- Eagle Claw
- The official hand sign of UNT, formed by curling the thumb and fingers to mimic an eagle's talon.
- Eagle Landing
- The main, multi-concept dining hall located in the center of campus.
- Eagle Peer
- Student mentors within the Learning Center who provide academic support.
- Eagle Post
- The central mail and package pickup location for students living on campus.
- EBA
- Eagle Benefit Association, a student-run organization focused on community service and campus spirit.
F
- FLC
- First-Year Learning Communities, groups of freshmen who live together and take classes together.
- Flex
- Flex dollars, a form of currency included with meal plans for use at retail food locations like Starbucks or Chick-fil-A.
- Fry
- Fry Street, the historic district adjacent to campus known for bars, restaurants, and student nightlife.
- Fry Street
- The historic commercial district adjacent to campus known for its bars, restaurants, and student nightlife.
G
- GMG
- Short for 'Go Mean Green,' the standard cheer and greeting among students and alumni.
- Greek Life
- Refers to the various fraternities and sororities governed by the IFC, Panhellenic, MGC, or NPHC.
- GSC
- Graduate Student Council, the representative body for graduate and professional students.
I
- IRC
- Inter-Residence Council, the representative body for students living in on-campus housing.
J
- Joe Greene
- Joe Greene Hall, a newer residence hall named after the famous alumnus and NFL player.
K
- Kerr
- Kerr Hall, the university's largest residence hall primarily housing freshmen.
- Kerr
- The dining hall in Kerr Hall, a high-capacity facility popular with freshmen.
- Kerr-catraz
- A common student nickname for Kerr Hall, referencing its large size and perceived prison-like architecture.
- Kerr-catraz
- Kerr Hall, nicknamed for its large, imposing architecture and high density of residents.
- Kerr-traz
- Kerr Hall, nicknamed for its prison-like architecture and large population.
- Kerrcatraz
- Kerr Hall, nicknamed for its large size and perceived prison-like architecture.
- Kerrtraz
- A common nickname for Kerr Hall, referencing its large size, dense population, and perceived prison-like architecture.
- Kitchen West
- The dedicated allergen-free dining hall located in West Hall.
- KNTU
- The campus radio station, 88.1 The One.
L
- Legends
- Legends Hall, a residence hall primarily for upperclassmen located near the Pohl Recreation Center.
- Light the Tower
- The tradition of lighting the McConnell Tower green to celebrate athletic victories or major university achievements.
- Lucky
- The name given to the campus's famous albino squirrels; spotting one is considered good luck for exams.
- Lucky the Squirrel
- The legendary albino squirrel on campus; spotting one is considered good luck for exams.
M
- Maple
- Maple Hall, known for its proximity to the Mean Greens vegan dining hall.
- McConnell
- McConnell Hall, the dedicated residence hall for students in the TAMS program.
- Mean Green
- The official nickname for UNT's athletic teams and the general student body identity.
- Mean Greens
- The university's 100% plant-based (vegan) dining hall located behind Maple Hall.
- Mozart
- Mozart Square, a suite-style residence hall often preferred by upperclassmen.
N
- NRHH
- National Residence Hall Honorary, an organization recognizing top leaders living in campus housing.
- NT Daily
- The North Texas Daily, the student-run independent newspaper.
- NT40
- North Texas 40 Student Foundation, a group of student leaders who serve as ambassadors for the university.
- NTDP
- North Texas Dance Professionals, a common shorthand for dance-related student organizations.
- NTTV
- North Texas Television, the student-run television station.
O
- OSL
- Office of Student Leadership, which oversees student organizations and Greek life.
R
- Rawlins
- Rawlins Hall, the honors college residence hall.
- REC
- The Pohl Recreation Center, the main campus gym and fitness facility.
- RHA
- Residence Hall Association, the organization representing students living in on-campus housing.
- RLH
- Residence Life and Housing, the department managing on-campus living.
- RSO
- Registered Student Organization; any of the 450+ officially recognized student groups on campus.
S
- Santa Fe
- Santa Fe Square, a residence hall located near the Highland Street garage.
- Scary Kerr
- Kerr Hall, the university's largest residence hall, often nicknamed for its older infrastructure and high density of freshmen.
- Scrappy
- The official eagle mascot of the University of North Texas.
- SGA
- Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student voice.
- SHW
- Student Health and Wellness, the department managing the campus clinic and pharmacy.
- SHWC
- Student Health and Wellness Center, the primary medical clinic for students on campus.
T
- TALH
- Texas Academy of Leadership in the Humanities, a residential honors program for high schoolers.
- Talons
- The official spirit and traditions organization that maintains the Boomer cannon and the bonfire.
- Talons Up
- The official hand sign of UNT, made by hooking the thumb and fingers to resemble an eagle's talon.
- TAMS
- Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science, a unique residential program for high school-aged students.
- TAMSters
- A nickname for students enrolled in the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science.
- The Albino Squirrel
- A legendary campus lucky charm; spotting one is said to bring good luck on exams.
- The Chat
- The Campus Chat Food Court located in the University Union, featuring various retail food brands.
- The Claw
- The hand sign made by curling fingers to represent an eagle's talon.
- The Corner Store
- A popular convenience store located within the University Union for snacks and quick meals.
- The Dirty Kerr
- A common student nickname for Kerr Hall, the university's largest and oldest high-occupancy freshman dorm.
- The Eagle Claw
- The official hand sign of UNT, made by curling the fingers of the right hand.
- The Fry
- Fry Street, the historic social district adjacent to campus known for its bars and restaurants.
- The Hill
- The area of campus near the Fouts Field site and the stadium.
- The Hill
- The geographic area on the west side of campus containing West Hall and College Inn.
- The Joe
- Joe Greene Hall, a newer residence hall known for its modern amenities.
- The Market
- A retail dining location in the University Union offering grab-and-go snacks and meals.
- The Pit
- The UNT Coliseum, the primary arena for basketball games and graduation ceremonies.
- The Scrappy Sign
- The 'Eagle Claw' hand gesture made by curling fingers, used during the fight song and photos.
- The Square
- The Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square, the center of downtown Denton and a popular student hangout.
- The Super Pit
- The common nickname for the UNT Coliseum, where basketball games and graduation ceremonies are held.
- The Syndicate
- The student lounge and game room area located on the bottom floor of the Union.
- The Syndicate
- A retail food and hangout spot in the Union featuring a grill and stage.
- The Union
- The University Union, the central building for student services, dining, and the campus bookstore.
- The Union
- The food court area within the University Union featuring retail brands like Chick-fil-A and Burger King.
- The Village
- Refers to the Mean Green Village, the athletic complex area that includes Victory Hall and various sports facilities.
- Traditions
- Traditions Hall, a residence hall offering single-occupancy rooms.
U
- UPC
- University Program Council, the student-led organization that plans major campus events and concerts.
V
- Victory
- Victory Hall, a residence hall located across I-35 near the athletic facilities.
W
- West
- West Hall, one of the older residence halls located on the west side of the main campus.
- West
- West Hall Dining, known for its 'southern comfort' style food.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
- BLB
- The Business Leadership Building, the primary facility for the Ryan College of Business.
- bruceteria
- Bruceteria
- Canvas
- The learning management system where students access course materials, submit assignments, and view syllabi.
- champs
- Champs
- Connect
- The DCTA (Denton County Transportation Authority) bus system that provides shuttle services around campus and Denton.
- CVAD
- The College of Visual Arts and Design building, known for its modern architecture and art galleries.
- DCTA
- Denton County Transportation Authority, the regional transit system that operates the campus bus routes.
- Disco Park
- Discovery Park, UNT's nearly 300-acre research park and home to the College of Engineering, located north of the main campus.
- Disco Park
- Discovery Park, UNT's satellite campus for Engineering and Information Science located north of the main campus.
- Discovery Park
- The satellite campus for the College of Engineering and College of Information, often abbreviated as 'DP'.
- Discovery Park
- The satellite campus for the College of Engineering, accessible via a dedicated shuttle bus.
- Discovery Park Shuttle
- The specific bus route (DP 141) that transports students between the main campus and the engineering campus.
- DP
- Discovery Park, the satellite campus located north of the main campus housing the College of Engineering.
- DP Shuttle
- The specific bus route (Discovery Park Route) that transports students between the main campus and Discovery Park.
- E-py
- Eagle Point, the area of campus housing the athletic facilities and the Waranch Tennis Complex.
- E-Ride
- A late-night on-demand shuttle service providing safe transportation for students across campus after buses stop running.
- Eagle Alert
- The university's emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus closures or safety issues.
- Eagle Post
- The centralized mail and package center located in the University Union for residential students.
- eagle_landing
- Eagle Landing
- EagleConnect
- The official student email system used for all university communications.
- EagleLink
- The online portal used to discover student organizations and track campus involvement.
- ESSC
- The Eagle Student Services Center, where students go for financial aid, registrar services, and admissions.
- EUID
- Enterprise User ID; the unique alphanumeric login used for MyUNT, Canvas, and campus Wi-Fi.
- Flex
- Declining balance dollars included with meal plans that can be used at retail food locations on campus.
- Flite
- The on-demand late-night shuttle service that provides safe transportation around campus after dark.
- GAB
- The General Academic Building, housing various departments and large lecture halls.
- Green Lot
- The designation for student commuter parking lots on campus.
- Handshake
- The primary online portal used by UNT students to find on-campus jobs and internships.
- ID Card
- The official UNT identification card, often called the 'Mean Green Card,' used for building access and meal plans.
- kitchen_west
- Kitchen West
- Meal Out
- A meal plan benefit allowing students to use a dining hall swipe at specific retail food outlets.
- Meal Swaps
- A feature of certain meal plans allowing students to trade a dining hall 'swipe' for a combo meal at participating Union retail spots.
- Meal Swipes
- The credits used to enter resident dining halls, typically tracked via the student ID card.
- Mean Green Card
- The official UNT student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- Mean Green Central
- The primary online portal where students manage registration, financial aid, and student records.
- Mean Green Express
- The specific DCTA bus routes that circulate through the UNT campus and nearby student housing.
- Mean Green Money
- A pre-paid account on the student ID card used for printing, vending machines, and some dining.
- Mean Green Mover
- A specific DCTA bus route (MG 111) that circulates through the main campus areas.
- Mean Green Ready
- The university's official emergency notification system and safety mobile app.
- Mean Green Route
- The primary DCTA bus route that circles the main campus perimeter.
- Mean Green Shuttles
- The free bus system that moves students around the main campus and to Discovery Park.
- Mean Green Wheels
- The specific bus routes that circulate through the UNT campus and nearby student apartment complexes.
- mean_greens_cafe
- Mean Greens Cafe
- MyUNT
- The primary student portal used for registration, checking grades, and paying tuition.
- ParkMobile
- The mobile application used by students and visitors to pay for hourly parking in designated campus lots.
- Plus Swipes
- Specific meal plan credits that allow students to eat at retail dining locations instead of traditional dining halls.
- Pohl
- The Pohl Recreation Center, the main campus gym and fitness facility.
- Reading Day
- The designated day before final exams begin when no classes are held, intended for study.
- Route 7
- The DCTA bus route specifically dedicated to transporting students between the main campus and Discovery Park.
- Sage
- Sage Hall, home to student success services, the testing center, and various lecture halls.
- Scrappy Cash
- A declining balance account on the student ID used for printing, vending machines, and some off-campus partners.
- Swipes
- The units used from a meal plan to enter resident dining halls.
- The 10
- The Discovery Park shuttle bus route that connects the main campus to the engineering campus.
- The 10-minute rule
- A common student convention that if a professor is more than 10 minutes late to class, students are permitted to leave.
- The 110
- The specific bus route number that shuttles students between the main campus and Discovery Park.
- The 7
- The DCTA Route 7 bus, the primary shuttle connecting the main campus to Discovery Park.
- The BLB
- The Business Leadership Building, home to the G. Brint Ryan College of Business.
- The CVAD
- The College of Visual Arts and Design building.
- The Fly
- The Discovery Park Express shuttle bus that transports students between the main campus and Discovery Park.
- The GAB
- The General Academic Building, housing various departments and large lecture halls.
- The Loop
- Refers to the DCTA-operated shuttle buses that circulate through and around the campus.
- The Pit
- The UNT Coliseum, the university's multi-purpose arena used for basketball games and graduation ceremonies.
- The Pit
- The UNT Coliseum, the arena used for basketball games and graduation ceremonies.
- The Rec
- The Pohl Recreation Center, the main campus gym and fitness facility.
- The Shuttle
- The DCTA-operated bus system that provides free transportation around campus and to Discovery Park for students.
- The Square
- Denton's downtown courthouse square, a popular off-campus destination for dining and local events.
- The Super Pit
- The UNT Coliseum, where basketball games and graduation ceremonies are held.
- The Syndicate
- A popular student hangout and performance space located on the second floor of the Union.
- The Syndicate
- The student lounge and hangout area in the Union featuring pool tables, games, and a stage.
- The Union
- The University Union, the central hub for student activities, mail, and dining.
- The Willis
- Willis Library, the primary and largest library on the UNT campus.
- Transit App
- The recommended mobile app for tracking DCTA and UNT shuttle buses in real-time.
- Willis
- Willis Library, the main campus library which is open 24 hours during the week.
- Wooten
- Wooten Hall, a primary building for political science and history classes.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- Fall 2026 Full Term runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026.
- How much campus context is included?
- 95 approved campus terms and 74 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.