Academic calendar
Term 1 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Nov 5, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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- Winter 2026
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Campus language
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A
- ACE
- Activities and Campus Events, the student-led organization that plans concerts, movies, and speakers.
- Assiniboine
- Assiniboine Hall, a high-rise apartment-style residence for upper-year and graduate students.
- ASSU
- Arts and Science Students' Union, representing undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Science.
- ASUC
- Associated Students of the University of California, the student government body.
- Atmosphere
- The primary Students' Union bar and kitchen located in University House, serving food and hosting events.
B
- B-School
- The Kenan-Flagler Business School.
- Ba-Shay
- A portmanteau for Barnum and Sharp residence halls, often grouped together by residents.
- BAMPFA
- Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, the university's primary arts institution.
- Beach Cafe
- The dining area located in the Brinkhous-Bullitt building near the medical campus.
- Berkeley Time
- The campus-wide convention where classes begin exactly 10 minutes after the posted start time.
- Blackwell
- Blackwell Hall, the university's newest and most modern freshman residence hall located on Bancroft Way.
- Blue & Gold
- The official university colors, frequently used to describe campus spirit and attire.
- Blue Cup
- The signature 32oz blue plastic cup from the local bar 'He's Not Here'.
- Blue Cups
- The signature large blue plastic cups used for drinks at the local bar 'He's Not Here'.
- BoL
- Bottom of Lenoir, the food court area featuring retail options like Chick-fil-A and Med Deli.
- Boundless
- A sarcastic reference to the university's former 'Boundless' marketing campaign.
- Bramall
- Bramall Court, a student residence located near the Salford Crescent train station.
- BSM
- Black Student Movement, one of the largest and oldest student organizations on campus.
C
- Cafe 3
- The dining hall located between Unit 3 and the main campus area.
- Cali or Bust
- A common mantra among CS and Engineering students aiming for high-paying co-op jobs in California.
- CAPS
- Counseling and Psychological Services, the campus office providing mental health support and workshops.
- CIE
- Centre for International Experience, providing support for international and exchange students.
- CKC
- Clark Kerr Campus, a residential complex located further from the main campus with its own dining hall.
- CLV
- Columbia Lake Village, a townhouse-style residence community located further from the main campus core.
- Constantine
- A common mistake for new students; while Salford has a Constantine Road, Constantine College is actually at the University of York.
- CQ
- College Quarter, a modern suite-style residence complex located on the east side of campus.
- Craige
- Craige Residence Hall, a large dorm on South Campus often associated with first-year students.
- Croads
- Shorthand for Crossroads, the largest dining hall serving the South Side residential units.
D
- Dead Week
- The week before final exams, officially called Reading, Review, and Recitation (RRR) week.
- DSAS
- Disability and Learner Support, the department providing academic adjustments and support services.
E
- E-house
- Ehringhaus Residence Hall, a popular first-year dorm on South Campus.
- EOP
- Educational Opportunity Program, supporting first-generation and low-income students.
F
- Foothill
- A residence hall on the north side of campus, popular with engineering students.
- Foothill Dining
- The dining hall serving students living on the North Side of campus.
- Fry Street
- The historic district adjacent to campus known for its bars, restaurants, and student nightlife.
G
- G-Boro
- A common shorthand nickname for the city of Greensboro.
- G-Vegas
- A colloquial, often humorous nickname for Greensboro, used by students to describe the local nightlife or city vibe.
- GA
- Graduate Assembly, the representative body for graduate and professional students on campus.
- GBC
- Golden Bear Cafe, a central campus dining location popular for retail meals.
- GBO
- Golden Bear Orientation, the university's comprehensive orientation program for new students.
- Go Bears
- The universal greeting, cheer, and sign-off used by the Berkeley community.
- Granville
- Granville Towers, a private-partnership residence hall located just off Franklin Street.
- GSA
- Graduate Student Association, representing the interests of master's and doctoral students.
H
- Hart House
- The campus center for culture, recreation, and student clubs.
- He's Not
- He's Not Here, an iconic local bar famous for its 32oz blue cups.
I
- Innis
- Innis College Residence, known for its apartment-style living suites.
- ISSAC
- International Student and Study Abroad Centre, providing support for international students and exchange programs.
J
- Jeff Suites
- Jefferson Suites, a suite-style residence hall often preferred by upperclassmen.
- JLEC
- John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts, off-campus student halls located a short walk from the main Peel Park campus.
L
- Lenoir
- Top of Lenoir, the main dining hall located in the center of campus.
- Liquid Assets
- A popular on-campus cafe located in the Hagey Hall building.
M
- Manning
- Manning East and Manning West residence halls, located on South Campus.
- Marquis
- Marquis Hall, the primary resident dining facility on campus offering buffet-style meals.
- MathSoc
- The Mathematics Society, representing students within the Faculty of Mathematics.
- Meal Dollars
- Funds specifically designated for use at non-dining hall retail food locations on campus.
- Mean Green
- The universal nickname for the university's athletic teams and the general student spirit.
- Mean Greens
- The shorthand for the university's famous all-vegan dining hall, often cited as a top campus food destination.
- Med Deli
- The Mediterranean Deli outpost located in the Bottom of Lenoir food court.
- MJ-School
- The Hussman School of Media and Journalism.
- MKV
- Mackenzie King Village, a suite-style residence often preferred by upper-year students.
- Mo-town
- Morrison Residence Hall, known for its large capacity and central South Campus location.
- Mojo
- Morrison Residence Hall, a centrally located dorm known for its 'super-suites'.
- Morrison
- A large residence hall on South Campus known for its basketball court and 'Super-Suite' layouts.
N
- NT40
- North Texas 40, a premier student leadership and service organization that serves as official ambassadors for the university.
O
- OARS
- Office of Accessibility Resources & Services, which coordinates accommodations for students with disabilities.
- OL
- Orientation Leaders, students who guide incoming freshmen and transfers during summer orientation.
- OLSL
- Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement, which coordinates community service and leadership programs.
P
- Parker
- Parker Residence Hall, part of the Parker Community near the middle of campus.
- PD
- Professional Development, mandatory online courses taken by students while on co-op terms, often disliked.
- Plus Swipe
- A meal plan credit that can be used for a fixed dollar amount at retail dining locations instead of a buffet entry.
- PPQ
- Peel Park Quarter, the main on-campus student accommodation located next to the library.
R
- Rags-Mend
- Ragsdale-Mendenhall, a combined residential community.
- Rams
- Ram Village, the apartment-style housing complex on South Campus.
- Ranking
- The stressful process in the co-op cycle where students and employers rate each other to determine job matches.
- Rawkin'
- Shorthand for Rawkin' Welcome Week, the series of events held for new students at the start of the fall semester.
- Rawkin' Welcome
- The official name for the series of events and activities held during the first weeks of the fall semester.
- REV
- Ron Eydt Village, a large residence known for its quad-style layout and social atmosphere.
- REVelation
- The primary dining facility located in the Ron Eydt Village residence.
- Rez Funds
- The declining balance meal plan currency used by students living in residence.
- Rush Franklin
- The tradition of students running to Franklin Street to celebrate a major basketball victory, specifically against Duke.
S
- Salfood
- The collective brand name for all university-managed catering outlets and cafes across campus.
- Saskabush
- A colloquial nickname for the University of Saskatchewan or the province of Saskatchewan itself.
- SCIBUS
- Science and Business, referring to both the academic program and its associated student club.
- Scrappy
- The name of the university's eagle mascot, often used in the context of 'Scrappy's' for campus-related pride.
- SCSU
- Scarborough Campus Students' Union, representing students at the UofT Scarborough campus.
- Seager
- Seager Wheeler Hall, a 14-story residential tower primarily for single students living in small groups.
- SEE
- The School of Science, Engineering and Environment.
- SGA
- Student Government Association, the official representative body for the UNCG student population.
- SHAS
- The School of Health and Society, one of the largest academic departments on campus.
- Shock
- Shock Radio, the university's student-run radio station based in the MediaCityUK campus.
- Shock Radio
- The university's award-winning student-run radio station.
- Sid Smith
- The food court and cafe area located within Sidney Smith Hall.
- Sid's
- The food court area located within Sidney Smith Hall, a central hub for Arts and Science students.
- Sid's Cafe
- The main food court located in the basement of Sidney Smith Hall
- SLC
- Student Learning Center, providing tutoring and academic support services.
- SLC Food Court
- The variety of commercial food vendors located in the Student Life Centre.
- Spartan
- The official mascot and the collective name for all UNCG students.
- Spartan Cash
- A prepaid account on the SpartanCard used for laundry, printing, and off-campus partner merchants.
- Spartan Chariot
- The campus shuttle bus system that transports students between main campus and Spartan Village.
- Spartan Spirit
- General term for campus pride and participation in traditions.
- Sproul
- Sproul Plaza, the main hub for student tabling, performances, and political activity.
- Subway
- The on-campus Subway franchise located in the Maxwell Building.
- SV
- Spartan Village, the large apartment-style housing complex located on the south side of campus.
- Swipes
- Meal plan entries used to access the all-you-care-to-eat dining halls.
T
- T-Bucks
- Flex dollars loaded onto a TCard used for tax-free food purchases at various campus outlets.
- TBucks
- Flexible currency loaded onto the TCard for use at various campus food outlets and services.
- The 50
- The 50 bus (Magic Bus), the primary and cheapest bus route connecting the campus to Manchester city centre.
- The 6ix
- A general Toronto slang term for the city, frequently used by students to describe the downtown campus environment.
- The Agora
- The specific dining hall located within Granville Towers.
- The Allotment
- A popular Salfood cafe located within the New Adelphi building known for healthier options.
- The Beach
- The Beach Cafe, a dining location situated near the medical and health sciences buildings.
- The Bomber
- The former name of the on-campus pub (The Bombshelter), still used by older students and alumni.
- The Bowl
- The central campus green space where students gather for events, studying, and socializing.
- The Buttery
- A popular cafe and social dining space located within Trinity College.
- The Caf
- The Fountain View Dining Hall located in Moran Commons, the primary all-you-care-to-eat facility.
- The Campanile
- The common name for Sather Tower, the iconic clock and bell tower on campus.
- The Crescent
- Refers to either the historic pub 'The Crescent' or the main road (A6) that runs through the campus.
- The Dean Dome
- The Dean E. Smith Center, the arena where the men's basketball team plays.
- The Den
- A late-night retail food location attached to the Crossroads dining hall that serves burgers and snacks.
- The EU
- The food court area within the Elliott University Center, featuring various fast-food options.
- The EUC
- The food court located in the Elliott University Center.
- The Exchange
- The cafe and dining area located within the Rotman School of Management building.
- The Fire Station
- The Old Fire Station, a historic building on the edge of campus that now houses a popular bakery and bar.
- The G
- A common nickname for the university and the surrounding city of Greensboro.
- The Ghetto
- A legacy slang term for older, less renovated dorms like Kerr Hall, though its use has declined in favor of more formal names.
- The Glade
- Memorial Glade, the large central lawn used for studying and social gatherings.
- The Grill
- A popular food station within the residence cafeterias serving burgers and hot meals.
- The Hill
- Refers to the elevated area of campus near the administration building and the historic heart of the university.
- The Library Cafe
- The small coffee shop located within the Clifford Whitworth Library.
- The Meantime
- A student-run, non-profit coffee shop located in the Campus Y.
- The Pit
- The central brick courtyard between the libraries and Lenoir where students gather and organizations table.
- The Quad
- Refers to the Upper Quad or Lower Quad residence halls on North Campus, such as Old East and Old West.
- The Quays
- The Salford Quays area, where the MediaCityUK campus is located, often used to describe the social scene there.
- The Rawk
- A large boulder near the EU that students paint to advertise events or express campus spirit.
- The Rock
- A large boulder on College Avenue that student groups paint to promote events or organizations.
- The Towers
- Common shorthand for the high-rise residence halls, specifically referring to the Joe Greene Hall or similar structures.
- The Union
- Refers to the food court area in the University Union, which houses various retail dining options.
- The Zoo
- A nickname for the West Hall dormitory, known for its lively and sometimes chaotic social atmosphere.
- TOL
- Top of Lenoir, the primary buffet-style dining hall located on North Campus.
- TV
- Tower Village, an apartment-style residence hall located near the athletic facilities.
U
- U of T Time
- The convention where classes officially begin 10 minutes past the hour (e.g., 10:10 AM for a 10:00 AM listing).
- UC Lit
- University College Literary and Athletic Society, the oldest student government in Canada.
- Unit 1
- A large complex of residence halls located one block south of campus.
- Unit 2
- A residence hall complex located three blocks south of campus on Haste Street.
- Unit 3
- A high-rise dormitory complex located south of campus, known for being the closest to the center of student activity.
- UofT Time
- The convention where classes officially start 10 minutes past the scheduled hour (e.g., a 10:00 AM class starts at 10:10 AM).
- UPC
- University Program Council, the student-led organization responsible for planning major campus events like concerts and festivals.
- USSU
- University of Saskatchewan Students' Union, the main undergraduate student governing body.
- UWP
- University Waterloo Place, a large apartment-style residence complex located near the edge of campus.
V
- V-Rez Dining
- The Burwash Dining Hall at Victoria College, known for its traditional architecture.
- V1
- Village 1, the university's first and largest traditional-style residence.
- V1 Caf
- The main dining hall located within Village 1.
- VP
- Voyageur Place, the traditional dormitory-style residence complex located in the heart of campus.
W
- WaterlooWorks
- The internal job board and application system used for the university's co-op program.
- WCVM
- Western College of Veterinary Medicine, the regional veterinary college located on the USask campus.
- Wollaston
- Wollaston Hall, an apartment-style residence within the McEown Park complex.
- WUSA
- Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association, the main governing body for undergrads.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
- 50 Bus
- The Stagecoach bus service that is free for students and staff traveling between the Peel Park and MediaCityUK campuses.
- Advantage
- The online portal used for booking careers appointments, finding jobs, and tracking employability skills.
- AES
- Access and Equity Services, the office responsible for providing academic accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Alert Carolina
- The university's emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus safety or weather closures.
- Arts
- The Arts Building, a central academic hub housing many social science and humanities departments.
- AskUS
- The central student support service for everything from finance and visas to wellbeing and ID cards.
- bCourses
- The campus learning management system used for course content and assignments.
- Bear Transit
- The campus shuttle system providing transportation around campus and to the BART station.
- BearWalk
- A safety service providing walking escorts for students traveling at night.
- Blackboard
- The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) where students access course materials and submit assignments.
- Cal 1 Card
- The official university identification card used for building access and meal plans.
- CalCentral
- The centralized online portal where students manage enrollment, financial aid, and academic records.
- CH Transit
- Chapel Hill Transit, the fare-free bus system serving the campus and the surrounding town.
- Change school
- The recommended action on verification portals when a student's primary institution is listed as unsupported.
- Class Pass
- A sticker or digital benefit on the Cal 1 Card that allows students to ride local AC Transit buses for free.
- Clifford Whitworth
- The main university library, often referred to by its full name or just 'the library'.
- DC
- William G. Davis Computer Research Centre, home to the largest library on campus and a popular silent study spot.
- DCTA
- The Denton County Transportation Authority, which provides the 'Connect' bus service that students use to navigate campus and the city.
- Dean Dome
- The Dean E. Smith Center, the arena where the men's basketball team plays.
- Dey
- Dey Hall, a central academic building primarily housing foreign language departments.
- Dwinelle
- Dwinelle Hall, a major academic building known for its notoriously confusing floor plan.
- E7
- Engineering 7, one of the newest and most modern engineering buildings on campus.
- Education
- The Education Building, home to the College of Education and its specialized library.
- FDOC
- First Day of Classes; a significant date marked by traditions and campus-wide energy.
- Flex
- A debit-style account on the One Card used for retail dining and on-campus purchases.
- Genome
- The Genome Sciences Building, a modern facility used for large lectures and research.
- GRT
- Grand River Transit, the local bus system which students access for free using their WatCard.
- Hart House
- A massive student center featuring a gym, theater, gallery, and various social spaces.
- HEAT
- Higher Education Area Transit, the bus system that provides free transportation for students around Greensboro.
- Heelmail
- The official university email system for students, powered by Outlook.
- Heels7
- A common reference to the seven-minute transition period between classes.
- ID Card
- The official university identification card required for building access, meal plans, and checking out library materials.
- ION
- The light rail transit system connecting the campus to Kitchener and Waterloo city centres.
- Jackson
- The Walter Clinton Jackson Library, the main research library on campus.
- Late Start
- A convention where classes may begin later than scheduled during inclement weather, typically announced via the university's emergency alert system.
- LDOC
- Last Day of Classes; typically celebrated with outdoor events and a break before final exams.
- Main Stacks
- The Gardner Main Stacks, the primary underground library and study space.
- manual verification
- The process of submitting an enrollment letter or admission letter when a school's email domain is not supported.
- Maxwell
- The Maxwell Building, a central hub housing science labs, lecture theatres, and the main campus Subway.
- MC
- Mathematics & Computer Building, famous for its brutalist architecture and 'pink tie' tradition.
- MCUK
- The MediaCityUK campus building located at Salford Quays, home to media and journalism courses.
- Moffitt
- Moffitt Library, a dedicated undergraduate library and popular 24-hour study location.
- MP
- McLennan Physical Laboratories, the main building for the Department of Physics.
- Murphey
- Murphey Hall, the historic building housing the Department of Classics.
- Myhal
- Myhal Centre for Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a modern engineering facility.
- MySalford
- The official student portal and mobile app used to access timetables and university emails.
- New Adelphi
- The flagship building for arts, music, and performance, often referred to simply as 'Adelphi'.
- NextBus
- The real-time tracking app used by students to monitor Chapel Hill Transit bus locations.
- Old East
- The oldest state university building in the United States, still used as a residence hall.
- OneCard
- The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- Onyen
- Only Name You'll Ever Need, the universal username for accessing all campus digital services.
- PAC
- Physical Activities Complex, the main gym and venue for convocation and exams.
- PAWS
- Personal Access to Web Services, the central online portal for students to access grades, registration, and email.
- Peel
- The Peel Building, the historic red-brick building that serves as a landmark for the Peel Park campus.
- Petty
- The Petty Science Building, primarily used for physics, astronomy, and computer science classes.
- Quest
- The online student information system used for course registration, tuition payment, and viewing grades.
- SafeRide
- A late-night transit service provided by Chapel Hill Transit for student safety.
- SafeWalk
- A student-run service that provides walking escorts to ensure safety for students traveling at night.
- Sakai
- The legacy learning management system used for course materials, though largely replaced by Canvas.
- SLC
- Student Life Centre, the central hub for student services, clubs, and social activity.
- Spartan Card
- The official UNCG identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- SpartanCard
- The official student ID card required for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- SRC
- The Student Recreation Center, the main gym and fitness facility on campus.
- Starfish
- An online platform used for academic advising, scheduling appointments, and tracking student progress.
- Stone
- The Stone Building, which houses the School of Health and Human Sciences.
- Student Card
- The official campus identification card used for library services, building access, and gym entry.
- Tar Heel Tracker
- The official degree audit tool used by students and advisors to monitor progress toward graduation.
- The BLB
- The Business Leadership Building, which houses the G. Brint Ryan College of Business.
- The Bowl
- The central green space and focal point of the campus, surrounded by historic stone buildings.
- The Chariot
- The Spartan Chariot, the free campus shuttle bus system.
- The G
- The Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness, the university's main gym and recreation facility.
- The GAB
- The General Academic Building, a central location for many liberal arts and social science classes.
- The Kaplan
- The Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness, the main campus recreation and gym facility.
- The Lib
- Jackson Library, the main campus library characterized by its 9-story tower.
- The Old Well
- The iconic rotunda and drinking fountain that serves as the visual symbol of the university.
- The Old Well
- A campus landmark; drinking from it on FDOC is a tradition believed to guarantee a 4.0 GPA for the semester.
- The Pit
- The sunken brick courtyard between the Union and Lenoir Hall, serving as the central hub for student flyering and events.
- The Rec
- The Pohl Recreation Center, the main campus gym and fitness facility.
- The Smith Center
- The Dean E. Smith Center, the arena where the men's basketball team plays.
- The Syndicate
- A student lounge and hangout spot in the Union featuring pool tables, TVs, and a stage for live performances.
- The Tower
- The nine-story addition to the Walter Clinton Jackson Library.
- The Tunnel System
- An extensive network of underground and overhead walkways connecting most major campus buildings.
- The U
- The campus bus route (U-bus) that provides a loop around the university grounds.
- The U / The RU
- Commonly used names for the campus-circulating bus routes (U and RU) operated by Chapel Hill Transit.
- Thorv
- The Thorvaldson Building, a major science facility known for its distinctive architecture and chemistry labs.
- Title IV ineligible
- A status indicating a school is not authorized to process federal financial aid, often described as an 'unsupported' institution by the Department of Education.
- TTC
- Toronto Transit Commission; the city's public transit system essential for commuting between campus areas.
- UL
- The Robert B. House Undergraduate Library, known for being a social study spot and open 24 hours during exams.
- unaccredited
- A school that has not been granted accreditation by a recognized agency, often making its credits non-transferable to 'supported' or accredited institutions.
- UNCGenie
- The web portal used by students to register for classes, check grades, and manage financial aid.
- Unsupported school (Design Your Dorm)
- A designation in dorm-planning tools where students must manually enter room dimensions because the specific campus floor plans are not pre-loaded.
- unsupported school wifi
- A common technical issue where certain devices, such as the Nintendo Switch, cannot connect to campus networks because the school's security protocols (like WPA2-Enterprise) are not supported by the device hardware.
- Upload ID card
- A manual verification method required when a school is not automatically supported by digital single sign-on systems.
- UTmail+
- The official university email service provided to all students for academic communication.
- verification support
- The manual review process required for students whose institutions are not automatically recognized by student service platforms.
- VLSB
- Valley Life Sciences Building, one of the largest campus buildings, known for its T-Rex skeleton.
- WatCard
- The official student ID card used for transit, meal plans, and building access.
- Wilson
- Wilson Library, the historic library known for its grand dome and special collections.
- Wurster
- Wurster Hall, the Brutalist-style building that houses the College of Environmental Design.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- Term 1 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Nov 5, 2026.
- How much campus context is included?
- 157 approved campus terms and 99 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.