Waubonsee Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Sugar Grove, IL. Operating on a semester system.

Sugar Grove, IL
13K+ students
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Student guide · Fall 2026 Weekend 15-Week Session

The semester, explained for Waubonsee Community College

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 Weekend 15-Week Session
Campus terms
8
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Weekend 15-Week Session runs Aug 22, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

29 entries
  1. Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session
  2. Fall 2026 First 7-Week Weekend Session
  3. Fall 2026 Weekend 15-Week SessionRelevant now
  4. Fall 2026 Second 4-Week Session
  5. Fall 2026 12-Week Session
  6. Fall 2026 Third 4-Week Session
  7. Fall 2026 Second 8-Week Session
  8. Fall 2026 Second 7-Week Weekend Session
  9. Fall 2026 Fourth 4-Week Session
  10. Spring 2027 First 4-Week Session
  11. Spring 2027 First 8-Week Session
  12. Spring Semester 2027
  13. Spring 2027 First 7-Week Weekend Session
  14. Spring 2027 Second 4-Week Session
  15. Spring 2027 12-Week Session
  16. Spring 2027 Third 4-Week Session
  17. Spring 2027 Second 8-Week Session
  18. Spring 2027 Second 7-Week Weekend Session
  19. Spring 2027 Fourth 4-Week Session
  20. Summer 2027 3-Week Session
  21. Summer 2027 11-Week SessionSummer Session 2027
  22. Summer 2027 9-Week Weekend Session
  23. Summer 2027 First 4-Week Session
  24. Summer 2027 8-Week Session
  25. Summer 2027 Second 4-Week Session
  26. Fall Semester 2027
  27. Spring Semester 2028
  28. Summer Session 2028

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Campus language

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8 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student group responsible for planning campus events.
Cyber Cafe
The dining and coffee spot located at the Aurora Downtown Campus.

N

NSLS
National Society of Leadership and Success, a leadership-focused student organization.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Cafe
The main dining area located in the Student Center on the Sugar Grove Campus.
The Grove
Common student shorthand for the main Sugar Grove Campus.

W

WCC
The standard acronym used by students and staff for Waubonsee Community College.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
APC
Academic Professional Center, a multi-use facility on the Sugar Grove Campus.
Bodie
Bodie Hall, a primary academic building at Sugar Grove.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for online course materials and assignments.
Dickson
Dickson Center, the main administrative and student services hub at Sugar Grove.
endiro_coffee_aurora_downtown_cafe
Endiro Coffee (Aurora Downtown Cafe)
Erickson
Erickson Hall, home to athletic facilities and the gymnasium.
Field House
The large athletic and recreational facility on the Sugar Grove Campus.
Henning
Henning Academic Computing Center, the primary lab and technology building.
myWCC
The central web portal where students access grades, registration, and financial aid.
paisano_s_pizza_and_grill_sugar_grove_cafe
Paisano's Pizza and Grill (Sugar Grove Cafe)
Sugar Grove
The college's main and largest campus location.
Von Ohlen
Von Ohlen Hall, an academic building housing various classrooms and labs.
Waubonsee Alert
The emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus closures or safety.
X-Number
The unique student identification number used for all official college business and logins.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Weekend 15-Week Session runs Aug 22, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 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.
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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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
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  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Music Ensembles

Waubonsee offers students the opportunity to participate in various instrumental and vocal groups through class enrollment.

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Skyway Jazz Festival

A co-curricular event as part of the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference for student jazz musicians.

Open to all

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Student Senate

Serves as a channel of communication for students to discuss topics of interest with the administration. Members sit on many college committees to provide student perspectives and feedback.

Regular commitment

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Involvement Fair

An annual fair held at the beginning of the fall semester where students can learn about student organizations, clubs, and volunteer opportunities.

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Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Campus rituals

Big Pink Volleyball

A philanthropy volleyball tournament held in October to raise money for breast cancer awareness and research.

Drop in any time

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Resources & spaces

Academic and Career Advising

Assigned advisors work one-on-one with students to create academic plans, select courses, explore careers, and plan for transfer to four-year schools.

Open to all

Tutoring Center

Provides free walk-in, online, and appointment-based tutoring to empower students to be independent learners. Also offers academic coaching for study skills, time management, and more.

Open to all

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Life in Sugar Grove for Waubonsee Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Sugar Grove.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,600

Cost of Living Index

110

Student Population

1,000

City Transportation

Walkability

20

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Regional bus services to Aurora, Metra BNSF Railway line via Aurora station

Nearest Airports

Aurora Municipal Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49°F

Avg Snowfall

32 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Sugar Grove Surface Lots (N1, N2, N4, N5, N8, S1, S2, S3, S5, S6)

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Parallel-line parking only; unmarked area parking is prohibited.

Campus News

Latest updates from Waubonsee Community College

Waubonsee Health Information Technology Program Achieves 100% Exam Pass Rate

The 2025 graduating cohort achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the RHIT national certification exam.

Sep 28, 2026

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Waubonsee and Fermilab Partner to Host Hybrid Info Session on Research Pathways

Waubonsee and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory held an info session for students and veterans to explore STEM research pathways.

Sep 28, 2026

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Waubonsee Announces 2026-2027 Student Government

The college announced the newly elected members of the student government for the current academic year.

Sep 18, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Waubonsee Community College

Muscles Workshop

October 13, 2026

Sugar Grove Campus

A workshop focused on muscles as part of student wellness and academic support.

Women's Volleyball vs. Highland Community College

October 13, 2026

Erickson Hall Gymnasium, Sugar Grove Campus

The Waubonsee Chiefs host Highland Community College in a home volleyball match.

University Transfer Rep Visit - North Central College

October 14, 2026

Sugar Grove Campus

Admissions representatives from North Central College will be on campus to meet with prospective transfer students.

TEACH FOR WAUBONSEE Event for Industry Professionals

October 27, 2026

TEC Expo Room - 232, Sugar Grove Campus

An event designed for industry professionals to learn about teaching opportunities at Waubonsee.

One Book, One College Book Talk: 'There There'

October 28, 2026

Collins Hall, Room 236, Sugar Grove Campus

A guided discussion about the 'One Book, One College' selection 'There There'.

Spring 2027 Semester Registration Begins

November 2, 2026

Online / All Campuses

Official opening of registration for the Spring 2027 academic semester.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@waubonsee.edu

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