Dalton State CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Dalton, GA. Operating on a semester system.

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Dalton, GA
5K+ students
@daltonstate.edu
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5K+

Total Enrollment

Research University

Institution Type

2

Housing Buildings

500

Housing Capacity

Student guide · Fall Semester 2026 - B Session

The semester, explained for Dalton State 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 Semester 2026 - B Session
Campus terms
10
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 - B Session runs Aug 10, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

15 entries
  1. Fall Semester 2026 - B SessionRelevant now
  2. Fall Semester 2026 - A Session
  3. Fall 2026 ECORE/EMAJOR/GFA - Short Session I
  4. Fall 2026 ECORE/EMAJOR/GFA - Full Term
  5. Fall Semester 2026 - C Session
  6. Fall 2026 ECORE/EMAJOR/GFA - Short Session II
  7. Spring 2027 ECORE/EMAJOR/GFA - Short Session I
  8. Spring Semester 2027 - B Session
  9. Spring 2027 ECORE/EMAJOR/GFA - Full Term
  10. Spring Semester 2027 - A Session
  11. Spring 2027 ECORE/EMAJOR/GFA - Short Session II
  12. Spring Semester 2027 - C Session
  13. Summer Semester 2027 - A SessionSummer Semester 2027 - B Session
  14. Summer Semester 2027 - C Session

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Campus language

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10 terms

B

Beep Beep
The official cheer and greeting used by students, referencing the Roadrunner mascot.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led organization responsible for planning campus events.

M

Mashburn
Mashburn Hall, the primary on-campus residential complex for students.

R

Rage
The 'Roadrunner Athletics Game Experience,' referring to the energetic student section at athletic events.
RHA
Residence Hall Association, the organization representing students living in on-campus housing.
Roadrunners
The official mascot and collective name for Dalton State students.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student population.
SVO
Student Veterans Organization, a group dedicated to supporting student veterans and their families.

T

The Cafe
The Roadrunner Cafe, the main dining hall located in the Pope Student Center.
The Perch
The on-campus coffee shop and snack bar located within the Pope Student Center.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Brown
Brown Memorial Hall, an academic building housing various classrooms and faculty offices.
GA View
The online learning management system (D2L Brightspace) used for course materials and grades.
Gignilliat
Gignilliat Memorial Hall, which houses the School of Education and the School of Business.
Peeples
Peeples Hall, the primary building for science-related classes and laboratories.
Pope
The Pope Student Center, the hub for student life, dining, and the bookstore.
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Rage Cafe
Roadrunner Card
The official multi-purpose student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
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Roadrunner Cafe
Roberts
Roberts Library, the main academic library on campus.
The Birdfeeder
The on-campus food pantry providing supplemental food assistance to students in need.
The Nest
A common student lounge and hangout area located within the Pope Student Center.
Westcott
Westcott Hall, the main administrative building housing the Office of the President and Admissions.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 - B Session runs Aug 10, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
10 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.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
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Life in Dalton for Dalton State College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$950

Cost of Living Index

90

Student Population

6,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Dalton Area Transit bus system, Regional intercity bus connections

Nearest Airports

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (regional hub), Dalton Municipal Airport (general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

58°F

Avg Snowfall

4 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Mashburn Hall Parking Garage

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Reserved for residents of Mashburn Hall; spaces marked in blue.

Westcott Hall Visitor Spaces

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Parallel parking spaces in front of Westcott are for off-campus visitors only.

Public Safety Lot

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Reserved for DSC fleet vehicles; faculty, staff, and students may not park here.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Dalton State College

SSA/ART CLUB: EMO NIGHT

August 19, 2026

Dalton State

Secular Student Alliance and Art Club are uniting for an 'Emo Night' featuring food, coloring pages, glitter tattoos, art trading, and music.

Day for Dalton Fall 2026

August 20, 2026

Lower Pope Student Center and Patio

Welcome event for Roadrunners to explore student clubs, volunteer opportunities, campus departments, and local vendors. Free ice cream served at noon.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Dalton State College

Freshmen are encouraged but not strictly required to live on campus. Mashburn Hall primarily houses freshmen and supports learning communities.

2 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Mashburn Hall

Capacity: 300

Room types: single, double

Wood Valley Apartments

Capacity: 200

Room types: apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@daltonstate.edu

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