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On this page Student guide Syllabi City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall 2026 Semester runs Aug 25, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
4 entries Aug 25 → Dec 18, 2026
Fall 2026 Semester Relevant now
Jan 15 → May 21, 2027
Spring 2027 Semester
Aug 25 → Dec 17, 2027
Fall 2027 Semester
Jan 2 → May 19, 2028
Spring 2028 Semester
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Anassa Kata A traditional Greek cheer used during major college events and traditions. E
ECC The Enid Cook '58 Center, a residence hall and black cultural center.
Erdman Erdman Dining Hall, one of the two primary dining facilities on campus. H
Haffner Haffner Dining Hall, the second main dining facility, known for international cuisine options.
Hell Week A week of bonding activities and traditions for first-year students organized by upperclassmen.
Honor Board The student-run judicial body responsible for upholding the college's Honor Code. L
Lusty Cup The Lusty Cup, a student-run cafe located within the Canaday Library. M
Mawrter A student or alum of Bryn Mawr College. P
Pem The Pembrokes (East and West), two connected residence halls often referred to collectively. R
Rhoads Rhoads Hall, which is divided into North and South wings.
Rocky Rockefeller Hall, a large residence hall known for its castle-like architecture. S
Self-Gov The Self-Government Association, the oldest student government in the United States.
SGA Student Government Association, the primary body for student representation and governance.
Step Sing A traditional gathering where students sing class-specific songs on the steps of Taylor Hall. U
Uncommon Uncommon Grounds, a student-frequented cafe located in the basement of Erdman. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Bi-Co The academic and social partnership between Bryn Mawr and Haverford Colleges.
Blue Bus The shuttle service that provides transportation between Bryn Mawr and Haverford Colleges.
Canaday Mariam Coffin Canaday Library, the main research and study library on campus.
Carpenter Carpenter Library, which houses collections for Art History, Archaeology, and Classics.
erdman_dining_hall Erdman Dining Hall
new_dorm_dining_hall_nddh New Dorm Dining Hall (NDDH)
Old Lib The Old Library (formerly M. Carey Thomas Library), used for major events and quiet study.
OneCard The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Taylor Taylor Hall, the central administrative building and home to several classrooms.
Tri-Co The consortium consisting of Bryn Mawr, Haverford, and Swarthmore Colleges.
uncommon_grounds_cafe UnCommon Grounds Cafe
wyndham_alumnae_house Wyndham Alumnae House Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall 2026 Semester runs Aug 25, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 15 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. Using DormWay at Bryn Mawr College What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Bryn Mawr College
Welcome! Message from President Cadge President Wendy Cadge welcomes the community to the 141st academic year, highlighting the arrival of over 450 new students and 40 new faculty members.
Aug 31, 2026
Read More How to Not Lose Friends and Disagree with People Alumna Jessica Tarlov discusses navigating disagreements and maintaining relationships in a polarized environment.
Aug 24, 2026
Read More Sparking Pride Among Mawrters with Owlfit Fridays The college introduces 'Owlfit Fridays' to encourage students and alumnae to wear Bryn Mawr gear and show school spirit.
Aug 21, 2026
Read More Summer Programming Prepares Class of 2030 A look at the summer bridge and orientation programs that helped incoming students transition to campus life.
Aug 19, 2026
Read More New Dining Options for Fall 2026 Bryn Mawr Dining Services announces updated menus and new dining hall features for the start of the fall semester.
Aug 18, 2026
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Bryn Mawr College
GGACHA Fall 2026 Welcome Back Luncheon September 2, 2026
A welcome back luncheon for the Graduate Group in Archaeology, Classics, and History of Art.
Fall Frolic 2026 September 3, 2026
An event for students to explore student organizations and campus life for the Fall 2026 semester.
Field Hockey vs Stockton University September 3, 2026
Bryn Mawr field hockey home game against Stockton University.
Human Resources Greet & Treats September 3, 2026
A meet-and-greet event hosted by Human Resources with treats for the campus community.
Walk-On Rowing Interest Meeting September 3, 2026
Information session for students interested in joining the rowing team as walk-ons.
Classics Colloquium Tea September 4, 2026
A social gathering for the Classics department community.
TLI Promising Pedagogies Series September 4, 2026
A session titled 'Co-creating the classroom environment: Rules, guidelines, or aspirations?'
Ruth Fine's Artistic Ecosystem Exhibition Opening September 9, 2026
Opening of an exhibition exploring artist Ruth Fine's engagement with the natural world.
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