Alamo Community College District Central OfficeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026 First 5 Week

The semester, explained for Alamo Community College District Central Office

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 First 5 Week
Campus terms
7
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 First 5 Week runs Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

42 entries
  1. Fall 2026 First 5 WeekFall 2026 First 5-Week SessionRelevant now
  2. Fall 2026 Flex IFall 2026 Flex I Session
  3. Fall 2026 16 Week
  4. Fall 2026 Start IIFall 2026 Start Two 14 Week
  5. Fall 2026 12 Week
  6. Fall 2026 Second 5 WeekFall 2026 Second 5-Week Session
  7. Fall 2026 Flex IIFall 2026 Flex II Session
  8. Fall 2026 Third 5 WeekFall 2026 Third 5-Week Session
  9. Wintermester 2026-2027
  10. Spring 2027 First 5 WeekSpring 2027 First 5-Week Session
  11. Spring 2027 Flex ISpring 2027 Flex I Session
  12. Spring 2027 16 Week
  13. Spring 2027 Start IISpring 2027 Start Two 14 Week
  14. Spring 2027 12 Week
  15. Spring 2027 Second 5 WeekSpring 2027 Second 5-Week Session
  16. Spring 2027 Flex IISpring 2027 Flex II Session
  17. Spring 2027 Third 5 WeekSpring 2027 Third 5-Week Session
  18. Maymester 2027Summer 2027 Maymester
  19. Summer 2027 Summer I 8 Week SessionSummer I 2027 8-Week Session
  20. Summer 2027 Summer I 5 Week SessionSummer I 2027 5-Week Session
  21. Summer 2027 Summer II 8 Week SessionSummer II 2027 8-Week Session
  22. Summer 2027 10 Week Session
  23. Summer 2027 Summer III 8 Week SessionSummer III 2027 8-Week Session
  24. Summer 2027 Summer II 5 Week SessionSummer II 2027 5-Week Session

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Campus language

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7 terms

A

ACES
The Alamo Colleges Education Services portal, the essential website for email, registration, and grades.
AlamoSHARE
The internal district-wide intranet used by staff and student employees for collaboration.

B

BOT
Board of Trustees, the elected governing body that oversees the entire Alamo Colleges District.

D

DSO
District Support Operations, the administrative organization and staff based at the central office.

S

SDC
Student District Council, the representative body for students across all five colleges in the district.

T

The Bistro
The central dining area located within the District Support Operations (DSO) building.
Tobin
Tobin Lofts, the primary off-campus student housing complex officially partnered with the district.

Places and practicalities

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

8 details
2222
Common shorthand for the District Support Operations headquarters, derived from its address at 2222 N. Alamo St.
AlamoADVISE
The district's standardized advising model that students must use to plan their degree paths.
AlamoPROMISE
The program offering tuition-free college education to eligible graduates from participating high schools.
Banner ID
The unique 8-digit student or employee identification number used for all official transactions.
Flores Building
The main administrative building within the District Support Operations complex.
Late Start
Refers to 8-week accelerated courses that begin midway through the traditional semester.
Legacy Building
The renovated historic structure that forms part of the central office campus.
VIA U-Pass
A program providing free, unlimited bus transportation for all registered students and employees.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 First 5 Week runs Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 8 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 San Antonio for Alamo Community College District Central Office Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in San Antonio.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,219

Cost of Living Index

92

Student Population

130,000

City Transportation

Walkability

37

Bikeability

49

Public Transit

VIA Metropolitan Transit

Nearest Airports

San Antonio International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

69°F

Avg Snowfall

0.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

DSO Surface Parking

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900 surface parking spaces available at the DSO complex.

DSO Parking Garage

garage

Adjacent parking garage designed to wedge into the existing grade.

Carlos Alvarez Family Welcome Center Guest Parking

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Dedicated guest parking for visitors to the Welcome Center.

Campus News

Latest updates from Alamo Community College District Central Office

Alamo Colleges District Hosts Construction Industry Leaders at St. Philip's College Southwest Campus

The district welcomed representatives for a firsthand look at programs preparing students for careers in the skilled trades.

Sep 3, 2026

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Alamo Colleges District Nears 100,000 Learners as Fall 2026 Enrollment Reaches Record High

The district reached a new enrollment milestone for Fall 2026 with 98,425 students enrolled across its five colleges.

Aug 28, 2026

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Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase (2026)

The Alamo Colleges District provided public information regarding a proposed tax increase for 2026 in the interest of financial transparency.

Aug 20, 2026

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Campus safety tips: Be aware of surroundings, arrive early for class, and lock your vehicle.

Campus safety tips: Be aware of surroundings, arrive early for class, and lock your vehicle.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Alamo Community College District Central Office

Networking and Interviewing

September 10, 2026

Virtual

Participants will develop the skills and confidence needed to build professional connections and perform at their best throughout the hiring process.

9.11 Patriot Day: 25th Anniversary Ceremony

September 11, 2026

Central Courtyard

A tribute to the first responders who sacrificed their lives during the 9-11 tragedy in 2001.

SAC Campus Tour

September 11, 2026

Welcome Center

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Empowering Financial Health with Credit Human

September 14, 2026

Hybrid | Loftin Student Center (LSC) Fiesta Room or Online

Learn practical strategies to plan effectively, reduce financial stress, and take control of your future.

Resource Fair (Day 1)

September 14, 2026

Candler Physical Education Center (CPEC) Gym 1 & 2

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Enrollment Assistance: ApplyTexas

September 15, 2026

Alamo Colleges District - Broadway 100

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Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@alamo.edu

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