Wenatchee Valley CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Quarter 2026

The semester, explained for Wenatchee Valley 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 Quarter 2026
Campus terms
11
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall Quarter 2026 runs Sep 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Fall Quarter 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter Quarter 2027
  3. Spring Quarter 2027
  4. Summer Quarter 2027

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

ASWVC
Associated Students of Wenatchee Valley College, the student government body.

C

CAMP
College Assistance Migrant Program, supporting students with seasonal/migrant farmwork backgrounds.

F

Fifth Street
Fifth Street Hall, the primary on-campus residence hall located across from the gym.

K

Knights
The official mascot and collective name for Wenatchee Valley College students.

M

MESA
Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement, a program providing support for STEM students.

T

The Apartments
Refers to the apartment-style student housing units within Fifth Street Hall.
The Bistro
The main dining facility located within the Van Tassell Center.
The Fountain
A common student meeting point located in the central courtyard area of the Wenatchee campus.
The Loop
Refers to the Apple Capital Recreation Loop Trail which runs adjacent to the campus and is popular for student walks.
TRiO
The Student Support Services program assisting first-generation and low-income students.

V

Van Tassell
Short for the Van Tassell Center, the primary hub for student dining and lounge space.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Batjer
Batjer Hall, home to professional-technical programs and the automotive shop.
ctcLink
The centralized online portal students use for registration, financial aid, and viewing grades.
Eller-Fox
The Eller-Fox Science Center, housing the majority of science labs and classrooms.
Knight's Quest
The mandatory orientation program for new students to get familiar with the campus.
Link Transit
The public bus system in Wenatchee; students can often use their ID for easy transit access.
Mish ee twie
The Mish ee twie building (pronounced mish-ee-twee), a major classroom and administrative facility.
Sexton
Sexton Hall, which contains computer labs and the campus bookstore.
SID
Student Identification number, used for all administrative logins and official college business.
The MAC
The Music and Art Center, containing rehearsal spaces and art studios.
van_tassell_campus_cafe
Van Tassell Campus Cafe
Wells
Wells Hall, a central building used for various classrooms and offices.
WVC Alert
The emergency notification system used for weather-related closures or campus safety notices.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Quarter 2026 runs Sep 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 12 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.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • 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.

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Life in Wenatchee for Wenatchee Valley College Students

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

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$1,194

Cost of Living Index

105

Student Population

8,500

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Link Transit regional bus system

Nearest Airports

Pangborn Memorial Airport (EAT)

Climate Averages

Climate

Warm-summer Mediterranean / semi-arid transition

Avg Annual Temp

51°F

Avg Snowfall

24 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Knights Hall Lot

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Located near the Knights Hall building.

Student Recreation Center (SRC) Lot

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Convenient for gym and athletic field access.

Music and Art Center (MAC) Lot

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Located near the MAC and Wells House.

Residence Hall Lot

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Requires a specific Residence Hall parking pass; standard campus permits are not valid here.

Campus News

Latest updates from Wenatchee Valley College

Wenatchee Valley College Welcomes Nine New Faculty for 2026-27

WVC has added instructors in programs including nursing, mathematics, accounting, economics, and library services for the current academic year.

Oct 6, 2026

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Two WVC Trustees Resign Following Scrutiny

Trustees Wilma Cartagena and Paula Arno Martinez voluntarily resigned from the board following a news release concerning administration conduct.

Jul 27, 2026

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WVC Announces Summer Quarter 2026 Dean's List

The college released the names of students recognized for academic excellence during the summer 2026 term.

Aug 20, 2026

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The college uses Rave Mobile Safety for emergency alerts. Students and staff are automatically enrolled for email alerts.

The college uses Rave Mobile Safety for emergency alerts. Students and staff are automatically enrolled for email alerts.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Wenatchee Valley College

Halloween Open Mic Night + Minigames

October 30, 2026

Wells Hall Theater 1068

A festive open mic night featuring Halloween-themed minigames.

Knights Volleyball Game Day

October 30, 2026

Wenatchee Valley College Smith Gym

Game Day for the WVC Knights Volleyball team.

Dia de Los Muertos

November 1, 2026

Wenatchee Valley College Van Tassell Center, Fountain Area, and Mish ee twie

Multi-day celebration of Dia de Los Muertos continuing through November 5.

Graduation Application Day

November 2, 2026

Wenatchee Valley College

Dedicated day for students to submit graduation applications.

Sustainability Event: Beyond the Horizon

November 5, 2026

Van Tassell Center

A conversation of hope and action for a sustainable future including crafts and films.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Wenatchee Valley College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Wenatchee Valley College Residence Hall

Capacity: 75

Room types: single, double, triple

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@wvc.edu

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