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 Semester
Campus terms
14
Local details
11
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 Semester runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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14 terms
Showing 14 of 14 terms
A
ASG
Allegheny Student Government, the primary representative body for the student population.
B
Brooks
Brooks Hall, a historic residence hall that also houses the main dining hall.
Brooks
Brooks Dining Hall, the primary traditional 'all-you-care-to-eat' dining facility on campus.
C
CC
College Court, a suite-style residence hall located near the athletic facilities.
G
GAP
Gator Activities Programming, the student-led organization responsible for planning campus events.
Gator
The official mascot and the collective term for Allegheny students.
GFC
Grounds for Change, the student-run, fair-trade coffee shop located in the Henderson Campus Center.
K
Kinney's
McKinley's Food Court, the retail-style dining location in the Henderson Campus Center.
M
MCC
Multi-cultural Council, an umbrella organization for various cultural and identity-based student groups.
N
NV
North Village (I and II), the apartment-style residence halls typically for upperclassmen.
T
The Loop
The local Meadville bus/shuttle service frequently used by students to reach local shopping centers.
The Ravine
The wooded area and bridge that separates the upper and lower parts of the campus.
W
Walker
Walker Hall, a residence hall often associated with its central campus location.
WARC
The campus radio station (90.3 FM), providing student-run broadcasting.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
11 details
360_market
360 Market
brooks_dining_hall
Brooks Dining Hall
GatorCard
The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
mckinley_s_food_court
McKinley's Food Court
Pelletier
Pelletier Library, the main campus library and academic resource center.
Quigley
Quigley Hall, the academic building housing the Economics and International Studies departments.
S-Lot
Designated student parking lots, requiring a specific permit for vehicle storage.
Self-Service
The online portal used by students for course registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
The Box
Refers to a student's individual mailbox located in the Henderson Campus Center post office.
The Vuk
The Vukovich Center for Communication Arts, housing the theatre department and television studio.
The Wise
The Wise Sport & Fitness Center, the main athletic and recreational facility.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Semester runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 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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The sole representative body of the Allegheny College Student Body. ASG manages club funding, represents student opinion to the administration, and provides programming.
Regular commitment
Aikido Club
Provides a safe learning environment where students of all skill levels can practice the martial art of Aikido.
Open to all
Alpha Chi Omega
A national sorority chapter at Allegheny College.
Invite only
Delta Tau Delta
A national fraternity chapter at Allegheny College.
Invite only
Equestrian Club/Team
A club for horse-lovers of all backgrounds that includes weekly riding lessons and a traveling competitive team.
Tryout required
Easy to try first
Blue and Gold Weekend
A combination of homecoming and parent weekend that includes alumni panels, career prep events, athletic contests, and a 'Tailgator' luncheon.
Drop in any time
Campus rituals
Senior Week and the “Burning of the Comps”
A week of events for seniors between finals and commencement, culminating in the tradition of burning their senior comprehensive projects.
Drop in any time
Resources & spaces
Career Education
Provides career counseling, internship support, and professional development resources for students.
Open to all
Counseling and Personal Development Center
Offers confidential counseling and mental health services to support students' personal growth and well-being.
Open to all
IDEAS Center
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Social Justice (IDEAS) Center supports underrepresented students and promotes a diverse and inclusive campus community.
Open to all
Pelletier Library
The main library on campus, offering research assistance, study spaces, access to databases, and other academic resources.
Open to all
The Writing Center
Provides peer tutoring and support for students at any stage of the writing process for any course.
Open to all
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Everything you need to know about living and studying in Meadville.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$627
Student Population
1,700
City Transportation
Public Transit
Crawford Area Transportation Authority
Nearest Airports
Meadville Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Lot #1: Delta Tau Delta
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Authorized for Delta Tau Delta residents and Commuters (Orange permit).
Lot #2: Highland Ave. Resident Lot
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Primarily for College Court residents (Yellow permit) and Commuters.
Lot #9: Vukovich Lot
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Employee-only (Gold permit) with limited 30-minute and visitor spaces; includes EV charging.
Lot #4: Ravine Lot
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For Ravine Hall residents (Light Green permit) and Commuters.
Campus News
Latest updates from Allegheny College
Brooks to close on weekends
Allegheny students were notified of changes to dining halls for the Fall 2026 semester, including the decision to close Brooks Dining Hall on weekends to increase efficiency.