University of ReginaStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for University of Regina

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
16
Local details
16

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 22, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

36 entries
  1. Spring/Summer 2026 POT 1Spring/Summer 2026 POT 1 (May-Aug)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 10Spring/Summer 2026 POT 10 (May-Aug)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 2Spring/Summer 2026 POT 2 (May)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 3Spring/Summer 2026 POT 3 (June)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 4Spring/Summer 2026 POT 4 (May-June)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 5Spring/Summer 2026 POT 5 (July)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 6Spring/Summer 2026 POT 6 (August)Spring/Summer 2026 POT 7Spring/Summer 2026 POT 7 (July-Aug)
  2. Fall 2026Relevant now
  3. Winter 2027
  4. Spring/Summer 2027 POT 1Spring/Summer 2027 POT 1 (May-Aug)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 10Spring/Summer 2027 POT 10 (May-Aug)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 2Spring/Summer 2027 POT 2 (May)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 3Spring/Summer 2027 POT 3 (June)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 4Spring/Summer 2027 POT 4 (May-June)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 5Spring/Summer 2027 POT 5 (July)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 6Spring/Summer 2027 POT 6 (August)Spring/Summer 2027 POT 7Spring/Summer 2027 POT 7 (July-Aug)
  5. Fall 2027
  6. Winter 2028

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Campus language

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16 terms

C

Common Grounds
A student-run coffee shop located in the Riddell Centre.
CW
College West, a residence building that also houses academic offices and classrooms.

K

Kīšik
Kīšik Towers, the newest residence building on campus.

L

Luther
Luther College Residence, a smaller, community-focused dorm affiliated with Luther College.
Luther Caf
The cafeteria in Luther College, popular for its home-style meal plans.

P

Paskwāw
Paskwāw Tower, one of the two main residence towers.

R

RPIRG
Regina Public Interest Research Group, a student-funded social and environmental justice center.

T

The Lake
Wascana Lake, the large body of water bordering the campus used for recreation.
The Owl
The campus pub and restaurant located in the Riddell Centre, officially the Lazy Owl.
The Pit
The sunken seating area in the middle of the Riddell Centre food court.
The Podium
The elevated concrete walkway and plaza area connecting the main campus buildings.
The Riddell
The main food court area in the Riddell Centre featuring various vendors.

U

UR International
The department providing support services for international students.
UR Pride
The UR Pride Centre for Sexuality and Gender Diversity.
URSU
University of Regina Students' Union, the primary student advocacy body.

W

Wakpá
Wakpá Tower, the second of the two main residence towers.

Places and practicalities

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

16 details
Ad-Hum
The Administration-Humanities Building, housing the registrar and many arts departments.
CK
The Centre for Kinesiology, Health and Sport, containing the gym and fitness facilities.
CL
The Classroom Building, a central location for many undergraduate lectures.
da_india_curry_house_xpress
Da India Curry House Xpress
FNUniv
First Nations University of Canada, an architecturally distinct building on the east side of campus.
liang_s_kitchen
Liang's Kitchen
luther_college_cafeteria
Luther College Cafeteria
RIC
The Research and Innovation Centre, a major hub for science and engineering.
Student ID
The official campus card used for the library, gym access, and identification during exams.
The Hub
The central student service desk located in the Administration-Humanities building.
the_study_bar_grill
The Study Bar & Grill
trifon_s_pizza
Trifon's Pizza
U-Pass
The universal bus pass provided to students, allowing unlimited city transit access.
ultimate_rotisserie_experience
Ultimate Rotisserie Experience
UR Courses
The Moodle-based online learning management system for course materials.
UR Self-Service
The online portal for registration, tuition payments, and viewing grades.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 22, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 16 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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  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Cougar Racing

A student-run team that designs, builds, and races a formula-style race car in the SAE Collegiate Design Series.

Regular commitment

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Cougars Dance Team

A varsity club focused on dance performance and competition, representing the University of Regina.

Tryout required

Source: reginacougars.com · Verified 1 month ago

Men's Rugby Club

Represents the University of Regina in competitive men's rugby.

Tryout required

Source: reginacougars.com · Verified 1 month ago

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Frost Week

The university's on-campus winter festival to welcome students back for the Winter semester.

Drop in any time

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Biochemistry and Chemistry Student Association (BCSA)

Brings together undergraduate and graduate students of all backgrounds with an interest in chemistry and biochemistry.

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Biology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Society (BUGS)

A society for all undergraduate and graduate students interested in Biology, offering social events and tutoring.

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Computer Science Students' Society (CSSS)

Holds various events throughout the year, allowing students to build friendships with their peers and develop networks with potential employers.

Drop in any time

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Life in Regina for University of Regina Students

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

Timezone

America/Regina

Median Rent

$1,300

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

45

Bikeability

60

Public Transit

Regina Transit bus system

Nearest Airports

Regina International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

37°F

Avg Snowfall

40 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 2

surface_lot • Limited during academic day

Public parking lot near Riddell Centre; daily rate $20.00.

Lot 6

surface_lot • Limited during academic day

Public parking lot; daily rate $20.00.

CKHS Parkade

garage • Permit or hourly

Underground parkade at Centre for Kinesiology, Health & Sport.

Lot 14

surface_lot • Mixed public/permit

Includes EV charging stations.

Campus News

Latest updates from University of Regina

University of Regina opens new Saskatoon campus

The University celebrated the opening of a 16,000-square-foot facility in Saskatoon to serve Nursing, Social Work, and La Cité students.

Sep 3, 2026

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Fall Orientation 2026 is officially underway!

New students kicked off their journey at the Centre for Kinesiology, Health & Sport with a day of exploration and connection.

Aug 31, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at University of Regina

Fall 2026 Post-Arrival Session

September 16, 2026

University of Regina Campus

A session designed for international students to review study permit responsibilities and immigration document maintenance.

Outport Woman: Book Talk with Raymond Blake

September 17, 2026

LY 107.33 Wascana, Archer Library

A book talk exploring the life of Minnie Beatrice Blake in Newfoundland.

Careers Day 2026

September 21, 2026

University of Regina Campus

The largest annual career fair on campus, attracting thousands of students and numerous exhibitors.

Academically Honest ChatGPT?

September 23, 2026

Archer Library

A session on acceptable uses of AI, prompt engineering, and citation tips for academic integrity.

Prairie Conservation: Birds, Rangelands & Biodiversity

September 23, 2026

LY 107.32 Regina, LY 107.33 Wascana, Archer Library

A come-and-go event exploring prairie conservation and bird protection with knowledgeable speakers.

Philosophy Café

September 24, 2026

University of Regina Campus

A casual panel discussion about research areas in philosophy with snacks and thoughtful questions.

Roots to Wellness Research Collaboratory Open House

September 24, 2026

University of Regina Campus

A celebration of Indigenous healing, research, and community learning.

Library Research Basics

September 25, 2026

Online (MS Teams)

An introductory session for students and researchers on how to use library resources effectively.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of Regina

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

College West Residence

Room types: apartment-style units

Kīšik Towers

Capacity: 600

Room types: dorm shared washroom, studio w/kitchenette, apartment-style units

La Cité Résidence

Capacity: 50

Room types: private dorms

Luther College Residences

Room types: dorm

Luther College Student Village Residence

Room types: single, double, 2-bedroom suite, 3-bedroom suite, 4-bedroom suite

North and South Residences

Capacity: 693

Room types: single room, double room, 2-bedroom suite, 3-bedroom suite, 4-bedroom suite, one-bedroom apartment, two-bedroom apartment, three-bedroom apartment, four-bedroom apartment, studio apartment

North Residences

Room types: single room in 2-bedroom suite, single room in 3-bedroom suite, single room in 4-bedroom suite

Paskwāw Tower and Wakpá Tower

Capacity: 681

Room types: dorm shared washroom, 4-bedroom apartment, 3-bedroom apartment, 2-bedroom apartment, studio with kitchenette

Paskwāw Towers

Capacity: 681

Room types: dorm shared washroom, 4-bedroom apartment, 3-bedroom apartment, 2-bedroom apartment, studio w/kitchenette

South Residences

Room types: single room in 2-bedroom suite, single room in 3-bedroom suite, single room in 4-bedroom suite

Wakpá Towers

Capacity: 681

Room types: dorm shared washroom, 4-bedroom apartment, 3-bedroom apartment, 2-bedroom apartment, studio w/kitchenette

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@uregina.ca

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