Catawba CollegeStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Salisbury, NC. Operating on a semester system.

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Salisbury, NC
1K+ students
@catawbacollege.edu
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Student guide · Fall 2026 - Traditional Program

The semester, explained for Catawba 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 2026 - Traditional Program
Campus terms
12
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 - Traditional Program runs Aug 10, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

24 entries
  1. Fall 2026 - Traditional ProgramRelevant now
  2. Fall 2026 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 1
  3. Fall 2026 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 3
  4. Fall 2026 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 2
  5. Winter Term 2026 - All Programs
  6. Spring 2027 - Traditional Program
  7. Spring 2027 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 1
  8. Spring 2027 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 3
  9. Spring 2027 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 2
  10. Summer Semester 2027 - Summer 1
  11. Summer Semester 2027 - Summer 3
  12. Summer Semester 2027 - Summer 2
  13. Fall 2027 - Traditional Program
  14. Fall 2027 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 1
  15. Fall 2027 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 3
  16. Fall 2027 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 2
  17. Winter Term 2027 - All Programs
  18. Spring 2028 - Traditional Program
  19. Spring 2028 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 1
  20. Spring 2028 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 3
  21. Spring 2028 Catawba Online & Graduate Programs - Block 2
  22. Summer Semester 2028 - Summer 1
  23. Summer Semester 2028 - Summer 3
  24. Summer Semester 2028 - Summer 2

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Campus language

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12 terms

B

BZ
Barger-Zartman Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, responsible for organizing student events and entertainment.
Catawba Pride
A common phrase used to denote school spirit and community identity.

R

RHA
Residence Hall Association, representing the interests of students living on campus.

S

SAAC
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, a group representing student-athlete interests.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student governing body.
SR
Salisbury-Rowan Hall, a residence hall on campus.

T

The 1851
The retail dining location in the student center, often used interchangeably with The Pub.
The Bubble
A term used by students to describe the self-contained and close-knit nature of the Catawba campus relative to the surrounding town of Salisbury.
The Caf
The main dining hall located within the Cannon Student Center.
The Knot
Pine Knot Hall, a residence hall located near the campus entrance.
The Pub
The snack bar and grill area located in the Cannon Student Center, officially known as the 1851 Financial Aid & Pub.

Places and practicalities

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

10 details
cannon_dining_commons
Cannon Dining Commons
Catawba Card
The official student identification card used for meal plans, building access, and library services.
CatLink
The internal web portal used by students to access grades, registration, and financial accounts.
Hedrick
The Hedrick Administration Building, housing administrative offices.
Keppel
Keppel Auditorium, the primary performance venue on campus.
Public Safety
The campus security office responsible for parking permits and emergency services.
Reading Day
A designated day before final exams begin where no classes are held to allow for study time.
Shuford
The Shuford Physical Education Center/Gymnasium.
The Center
The Cannon Student Center, the hub for student life and dining.
The Lib
The Corriher-Linn-Black Library.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 - Traditional Program runs Aug 10, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 10 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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Campus Activities Board (CAB)

CAB hosts student events throughout the year such as trivia night, magicians, comedians, movie night, and spa night.

Open to all

Source: catawba.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Homecoming

An annual tradition that brings together alumni, students, and the community to celebrate Catawba with athletic events, reunions, and other festivities.

Open to all

Source: catawba.edu · Verified 3 months ago

New Student Orientation

A multi-day experience for new students and parents to learn about the campus, residential life, and academic, social, and personal resources.

Open to all

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Catawba College Student Nurses' Association (CCSNA)

Composed of Senior and Junior Student Nurses and Pre-Nursing Students, CCSNA prepares nursing students to be leaders and mentors.

Open to all

Source: catawba.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Student North Carolina Association of Educators (SNCAE)

A pre-professional organization for students passionate about the future of education, serving as the student branch of the North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE).

Open to all

Source: catawba.edu · Verified 3 months ago

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Catawba Outdoor Adventures (COA)

Provides opportunities for students to experience nature through activities like hiking, camping, and watersports, fostering fellowship and community.

Drop in any time

Source: catawba.edu · Verified 3 months ago

Resources & spaces

Career Services

Provides resources and support for students in their career development, including resume building, interview preparation, and job search strategies.

Open to all

Supplemental Instruction & Tutoring

Offers peer-led academic support for historically difficult courses through regularly scheduled, out-of-class study sessions.

Open to all

Writing Center

Provides free one-on-one tutoring to help students with all stages of the writing process, from brainstorming to final revisions.

Open to all

Recent Catawba College Syllabus Analyses

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BIOL 1501-2

Molecules and Cells Lecture

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CHEM 1501

General Chemistry I

Fall 2026

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GEN 1200

First Year Seminar - Personal Financial Seminar

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NUTR 1500

Intro to Nutrition

Fall 2026

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RTX 1400

Introduction to Recreational Therapy

Fall 2026

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Life in Salisbury for Catawba College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$950

Cost of Living Index

88

Student Population

6,500

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Salisbury Transit bus system, Amtrak service at Salisbury Station

Nearest Airports

Mid-Carolina Regional Airport, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (regional hub)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

59°F

Avg Snowfall

5 in

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Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Woodson Parking Lot

surface_lot

Located near residence halls; subject to safety alerts.

Corriher-Linn-Black Library Rear Lot

surface_lot

Designated for specific permit holders; unauthorized parking may result in towing.

Abernethy Physical Education Center Lot

surface_lot

Used for athletic event parking and charter buses.

Upcoming Events

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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Catawba College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

25 known dorm and housing options. The first 24 are shown below; the rest are available in the expandable list.

Abernethy Village

Capacity: 120

Room types: garden apartment style, themed housing

Barger-Zartman Hall

Room types: double

Catawba Hall

Room types: double

Foil House Hall

Room types: double

Fuller Hall

Room types: double

Goodman-East Hall

Room types: double

Goodman-West Hall

Room types: double

Graham Hall

Room types: double

Hake Hall

Hall House B

Hollifield Hall

Room types: double

Hood Hall

Hurley Hall

Room types: double

Margaret C. Woodson Hall

Room types: unknown

New Passive House Residence Hall

Capacity: 130

New Residence Hall (under construction)

Capacity: 130

Room types: not specified

North Park Hall

Pine Knot Hall

Pine Knott Hall

Room types: double

Purcell Hall

Room types: double

Ruth-Richards House

Room types: double

Salisbury Roane Hall

Room types: suite (4 people)

Salisbury-Rowan Hall

Room types: double

Stanback Hall

Room types: double

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Woodson Hall

Room types: double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@catawbacollege.edu

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