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On this page Student guide Syllabi City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall 2026 8-Week Term A runs Aug 31, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
12 entries May 18 → Aug 9, 2026
Summer 2026 12-Week Session A
Jun 15 → Aug 9, 2026
Summer 2026 8-Week Session B
Jun 22 → Aug 16, 2026
Summer 2026 8-Week Session C
Jun 29 → Aug 9, 2026
Summer 2026 6-Week Session B
Jul 13 → Aug 9, 2026
Summer 2026 4-Week Session C
Aug 31 → Oct 25, 2026
Fall 2026 8-Week Term A Relevant now
Aug 31 → Dec 13, 2026
Fall 2026 (Full)
Oct 26 → Dec 20, 2026
Fall 2026 8-Week Term B
Dec 14 → Jan 17, 2027
Winter 2027
Jan 11 → Mar 7, 2027
Spring 2027 8-Week Term A
Jan 11 → May 2, 2027
Spring 2027 (Full)
Mar 8 → May 2, 2027
Spring 2027 8-Week Term B
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C D K M S W C
Connections The cafe and coffee shop located in the College Center. D
DYU EMS The student-run Emergency Medical Services agency on campus. K
KAB Cafe The grab-and-go dining location situated in the Koessler Administration Building. M
Madonna Madonna Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen and graduate students.
Marguerite Marguerite Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year and sophomore students. S
SAB Student Activities Board, the organization responsible for planning campus-wide events.
Saints The official nickname and mascot for D'Youville students and athletic teams.
SGA Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population. W
West Side Kitchen The main dining hall located within the Health Professions Hub. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
12 details
ALT The Academic Center, often referred to by its location on Alt Street.
BFAC Bauer Family Academic Center, a major hub for classrooms and faculty offices.
Canvas The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course assignments and digital materials.
KAB Koessler Administration Building, housing administrative offices and some classrooms.
kuhrt_dining_hall Kuhrt Dining Hall
maggie_s_caf Maggie's Café
Saints Alert The emergency notification system used to broadcast campus safety alerts.
Saints Card The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
sase_cafe SASE Cafe
Self-Service The online portal where students register for classes, check grades, and manage financial aid.
The Hub The Health Professions Hub, a state-of-the-art facility for clinical training and community health.
The Vault The campus fitness center located in the basement of the College Center. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall 2026 8-Week Term A runs Aug 31, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 9 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 D'Youville University What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from D'Youville University
D'Youville University Anticipates Record Freshman Class for Fall 2026 The university is set to welcome its largest freshman class in history, with a 22 percent increase over Fall 2025.
Aug 26, 2026
Read More D'Youville University Celebrates 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Honorees Seven alumni will be recognized on September 16 for their professional achievements and commitment to the university.
Aug 18, 2026
Read More D'Youville University Names Dr. Nicholas Camposeo Dean of College of Osteopathic Medicine Dr. Nicholas Camposeo has been appointed as the Dean of the DYU College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Jul 15, 2026
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at D'Youville University
Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner September 16, 2026
A dinner to recognize seven honorees for professional achievement, service, leadership, and commitment to D'Youville.
Buffalo Bills Watch Party September 17, 2026
A watch party for the Buffalo Bills game during Alumni Weekend.
Buffalo River Cruise September 17, 2026
A river history tour for alumni as part of the 2026 Alumni Weekend.
All Alumni Reunion + Redfest September 18, 2026
The ultimate DYU celebration featuring a reunion and Redfest activities.
Guided Campus Tour September 18, 2026
A guided tour of the D'Youville campus for returning alumni.
University Town Hall September 18, 2026
A town hall meeting titled 'D'You Know D'Youville' to discuss university updates.
Saints & Smiles: Family Tailgate September 19, 2026
A family-friendly tailgate event on the DYU campus.
Alumni Weekend Mass September 20, 2026
A traditional mass to conclude the Alumni Weekend festivities.
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