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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
13 entries Aug 24 → Oct 16, 2026
Fall 2026 Module 1
Aug 24 → Dec 18, 2026
Fall 2026 Relevant now
Oct 26 → Dec 18, 2026
Fall 2026 Module 2
Jan 11 → Mar 5, 2027
Spring 2027 Module 1
Jan 11 → May 7, 2027
Spring 2027
Mar 15 → May 7, 2027
Spring 2027 Module 2
May 17 → Jun 11, 2027
Summer 2027 Experiential Term
May 17 → Jul 9, 2027
Summer 2027 Module 1
May 17 → Aug 6, 2027
Summer 2027 Full-Semester
Jun 14 → Aug 6, 2027
Summer 2027 Module 2
Aug 23 → Oct 15, 2027
Fall 2027 Module 1
Aug 23 → Dec 17, 2027
Fall 2027
Oct 25 → Dec 17, 2027
Fall 2027 Module 2
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B M S T U B
Bernie The official mascot of the university, a St. Bernard.
Bernie's Bernie's Pub, a casual campus eatery and social spot named after the mascot. M
Marian Marian Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year students. S
SAB Student Activities Board, the group responsible for planning campus events and entertainment.
Saints The collective name for the student body and athletic teams.
SGA Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population. T
The Motherhouse The Motherhouse, a historic building providing unique residential spaces for students.
The Quad The central outdoor green space used for student gatherings and events.
The Terrace The Terrace Cafe, the main dining hall located in the Motherhouse.
Three Oaks Three Oaks Bistro, a dining location offering grab-and-go and cafe options.
Tower Tower Hall, a residence hall housing upperclassmen and some freshmen. U
USF TV The student-run television station providing campus news and media content. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
14 details
bernie_s_pub Bernie's Pub
Brown Hall The LaVerne & Dorothy Brown Science Hall, housing science labs and classrooms.
clare_s_garden Clare's Garden
Donovan Donovan Hall, a building used for various academic and administrative purposes.
Main Campus The primary university grounds located in the Cathedral Area of Joliet.
Moser The Moser Performing Arts Center, the hub for music, theatre, and art programs.
Saints Shuttle The campus transportation service providing rides between different campus locations.
saints_snack_shop Saints Snack Shop
St. Clare Campus The secondary campus location specifically for nursing and health science programs.
Sullivan The Pat Sullivan Recreation Center, the main athletic and fitness facility.
terrace_cafe Terrace Cafe
The Library The LaVerne & Dorothy Brown Library, the primary academic resource center.
three_oaks_bistro Three Oaks Bistro
USF Card The official student identification card used 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 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 12 approved campus terms and 14 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.
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Campus News Latest updates from University of St Francis
University of St. Francis Recognized in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings USF has once again been recognized as a top regional university in the 2026 edition of the U.S. News & World Report rankings.
Oct 23, 2025
Read More USF Joliet unveils new $7.5 million student center The University of St. Francis celebrated the opening of its new two-floor Student Success Center, featuring the Dorothy Ritter Center for Learning and Achievement.
Oct 8, 2026
Read More Steeple on Historic Motherhouse Building Topples During Joliet Storm Strong winds in Joliet caused the steeple on the historic Motherhouse building at the University of St. Francis to topple.
Jun 11, 2026
Read More Weather alert: Severe storm damage causing collapse of historic Motherhouse steeple. Weather alert: Severe storm damage causing collapse of historic Motherhouse steeple.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at University of St Francis
Oak Lawn Community High School Visit November 2, 2026
Visit from 25 seniors from Oak Lawn Community High School to the USF campus.
Graduate Business Programs Virtual Information Session November 10, 2026
Learn more about the University of St. Francis Business and Health Administration programs, including MBA and M.S. degrees.
Withdrawal Deadline November 13, 2026
Deadline for withdrawal from full-semester courses.
Joliet Symphony Orchestra: The Planets November 21, 2026
A full orchestra concert featuring Sir Arthur Sullivan's Gondoliers Overture and more.
Thanksgiving Break - Campuses Closed November 26, 2026
Joliet campuses closed for Thanksgiving break; no classes scheduled.
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