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Public Trade School in Janesville, WI. Operating on a semester system.
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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
3 entries Aug 24 → Dec 18, 2026
Fall Semester 2026 Relevant now
Jan 19 → May 21, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Jun 7 → Aug 3, 2027
Summer Semester 2027
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Courtyard Café The primary cafeteria located at the Central Campus in Janesville. D
DECA A student organization focused on preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, and management. 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.
SNA Student Nurses Association, a professional organization for nursing students. T
The Hub A student lounge and dining area at the Central Campus used for eating and socializing.
The Nest The campus food pantry and resource center providing essential items to students. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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AMC The Advanced Manufacturing Center, a specialized facility located in Beloit.
Blackboard The learning management system (LMS) where students access course materials and submit assignments.
BTC ID The official student identification card required for printing, library services, and campus events.
Central The main campus facility located on County Road G in Janesville.
Monroe The Monroe Campus, serving students in the western part of the district.
MyBTC The central online portal used by students to access email, registration, and financial aid information.
PSC The Public Safety Center, which houses programs for fire, EMS, and law enforcement training.
Starfish The academic advising and student success platform used to schedule appointments and track progress.
the_courtyard_caf The Courtyard Café Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 7 approved campus terms and 9 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. Using DormWay at Blackhawk Technical College What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Blackhawk Technical College
Blackhawk Technical College: Graduates stay in Wisconsin, drive economic growth Nearly 3,000 students kicked off the 2026-27 academic year, with enrollment up 3% as graduates continue to fill essential local roles.
Aug 24, 2026
Read More Annual Notice of Non-Discrimination Blackhawk Technical College released its annual statement reaffirming its commitment to non-discrimination in all programs and activities.
Aug 24, 2026
Read More High School Students Complete 2026 Summer Rock Internship Program Twenty-five high school juniors graduated from a six-week paid internship program through a partnership with Blackhawk and local employers.
Jul 24, 2026
Read More All Blackhawk Technical College buildings at both the Beloit-Janesville and Monroe campuses are closed due to a winter storm. All Blackhawk Technical College buildings at both the Beloit-Janesville and Monroe campuses are closed due to a winter storm.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Blackhawk Technical College
Campus Close-Up September 2, 2026
Learn about programs of interest, tour campus, and discover available resources through the Admission, Financial Aid, and Testing processes.
Career Exploration Workshop September 9, 2026
Workshop designed to help students explore career paths that align with their skills and passions.
Financial Aid Workshop September 9, 2026
Workshop providing assistance and information regarding financial aid options and applications.
Student Nurses Association Meeting September 10, 2026
Regular meeting for members of the Student Nurses Association.
Scholars + Donors Celebration September 15, 2026
A morning of celebration, honor, and connection where scholarship recipients and donors meet over breakfast.
Part-Time Job and Internship Fair September 22, 2026
Event connecting students with local employers for part-time job and internship opportunities.
Fall Festival September 24, 2026
Annual campus celebration featuring activities for students and the community.
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