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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Chambersburg, PA. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall I 2026

The semester, explained for Wilson 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 I 2026
Campus terms
16
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Fall I 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Oct 21, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

16 entries
  1. Fall I 2026Relevant now
  2. Fall 2026
  3. Fall II 2026
  4. Spring I 2027
  5. Spring 2027
  6. Spring II 2027
  7. Summer I 2027
  8. Summer I (May-Aug) 2027
  9. Fall I 2027
  10. Fall 2027
  11. Fall II 2027
  12. Spring I 2028
  13. Spring 2028
  14. Spring II 2028
  15. Summer I 2028
  16. Summer I (May-Aug) 2028

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Campus language

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16 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group responsible for organizing campus events.

D

Daisy Chain
A long-standing tradition where sophomores carry a chain of daisies for the graduating seniors.
Davison
Davison Hall, a residence hall often housing first-year students.

E

Evens
Students graduating in an even-numbered year; the counterparts to the 'Odds' in campus traditions.

J

Jensen
Jensen Dining Hall, the primary all-you-care-to-eat dining facility on campus.

M

McElwain
McElwain Hall, a residence hall known for its central campus location.

O

Odds
Students graduating in an odd-numbered year; a core part of the school's 'Odds and Evens' tradition.
Orchesis
The campus modern dance ensemble and student organization.

P

Prentis
Prentis Hall, a residence hall on the Wilson campus.

R

Riddle
Riddle Hall, a residence hall typically used for student housing.

S

Sarah's
Sarah's Coffeehouse, a popular spot for coffee and light snacks located in the library.
South
South Hall, a residence hall primarily for upper-level students.

T

The Phoenix
The official mascot and symbol of Wilson College, often used to refer to the student body.

V

VMT Club
Veterinary Medical Technology Club, a major-specific organization for one of Wilson's most popular programs.

W

WCGA
Wilson College Government Association, the primary student governing body.
White Dinner
A formal dinner tradition held in the fall for the campus community.

Places and practicalities

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

11 details
Brooks
Brooks Science Center, the main facility for science labs and classrooms.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course materials and assignments.
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Jensen Dining Hall
Lenfest
Lenfest Commons, the student union building containing the bookstore and student mailboxes.
Lortz
Lortz Hall, which houses various academic departments and classrooms.
Phoenix Card
The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Starfish
The online platform used for academic advising, scheduling appointments, and tracking progress.
The Library
John Stewart Memorial Library, the central academic and study hub.
The Well
The campus Health and Wellness Center providing medical and counseling services.
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The Cafe @ Sarah's Coffeehouse
Warfield
Warfield Hall, an administrative and academic building.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall I 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Oct 21, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 11 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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Life in Chambersburg for Wilson College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$950

Cost of Living Index

94

Student Population

8,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Borough bus services, rabbittransit regional buses

Nearest Airports

Hagerstown Regional Airport, Harrisburg International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

50°F

Avg Snowfall

30 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Brooks Lot (P1)

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Designated for Faculty, Staff, Residential, and Commuter students.

Hankey Lot (P3)

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Designated for public parking during the 2026 Drone Show.

Library Lot (P6)

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Located near the John Stewart Memorial Library.

Campus News

Latest updates from Wilson College

Wilson College to present free community drone show Sept. 19

Wilson College will celebrate its history and community with a 15-minute aerial display featuring hundreds of synchronized drones.

Sep 16, 2026

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Wilson College Presents New Exhibition by Artist Marcia Wolfson Ray

An art exhibit featuring Baltimore visual artist Marcia Wolfson Ray opened in the Cooley Gallery, showcasing sculptural assemblage and mixed media.

Sep 14, 2026

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Wilson College Receives Nearly $7 Million in Support During Fiscal Year 2026

Supporters contributed nearly $7 million during the 2026 fiscal year to support the college's mission and student opportunities.

Jul 1, 2026

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Wilson Alert system is active for emergency notifications and inclement weather updates.

Wilson Alert system is active for emergency notifications and inclement weather updates.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Wilson College

Wilson Weekend 2026

September 18, 2026

Wilson College Campus

A celebration featuring games, athletic events, barn activities, BBQ & Brew, and a drone show.

2026 Wilson College Drone Show

September 19, 2026

Athletic field at the corner of Norland and Edgar Avenues

An award-winning drone show featuring hundreds of synchronized drones illuminating the sky with imagery celebrating the college and community.

MS-SLP Program Public Meeting

October 1, 2026

Wilson College Campus

A student/consumer meeting as part of the candidacy site visit for the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program.

Blessing of the Animals

October 2, 2026

Wilson College Campus

An annual event celebrating the bond between humans and animals.

Arts Day 2026

October 9, 2026

Various campus locations

A day-long celebration of the arts including exhibitions, film screenings, pottery-making, and steamroller printmaking.

Common Hour: Earthwatch Research Expeditions

October 9, 2026

Lenfest Learning Commons

Students share their experiences from Earthwatch research expeditions around the world.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Wilson College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Davison Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

Disert Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

McElwain Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

Prentis Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

Riddle Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

Rosenkrans Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

South Hall

Room types: quad, triple, open double, divided double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@wilson.edu

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