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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
10 entries Aug 17 → Dec 10, 2026
Fall Semester 2026 Relevant now
Jan 11 → May 7, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Jun 1 → Jul 2, 2027
Summer 2027 First 5-Week Session
Jun 1 → Aug 6, 2027
Summer 2027 Ten-Week Session
Jul 6 → Aug 6, 2027
Summer 2027 Second 5-Week Session
Aug 16 → Dec 9, 2027
Fall Semester 2027
Jan 10 → May 5, 2028
Spring Semester 2028
May 30 → Jun 30, 2028
Summer 2028 First 5-Week Session
May 30 → Aug 4, 2028
Summer 2028 Ten-Week Session
Jul 3 → Aug 4, 2028
Summer 2028 Second 5-Week Session
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A G L M N P T W A
ASB Associated Student Body, the student government organization at EAC. G
Gila Hank The official Gila Monster mascot of Eastern Arizona College.
Gila Hank's Gila Hank's Cafe, the primary retail dining location on campus. L
LDSSA Latter-day Saint Student Association, a prominent religious student organization on campus. M
Mark Allen Mark Allen Hall, a men's residence hall located on the north side of campus.
Monsters The collective nickname for Eastern Arizona College students and athletic teams. N
Nellie Lee Nellie Lee Hall, a women's residence hall. P
PTK Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges. T
The Dining Hall The main campus cafeteria where meal plans are primarily used.
The Towers The Residence Towers, providing apartment-style living for students. W
Wesley Taylor Wesley Taylor Hall, a men's residence hall. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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AP The Academic Programs building, used for various core curriculum classes.
Fine Arts The Fine Arts Center, which includes the auditorium and music/art classrooms.
Gila Hank Online The student web portal used for registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
gila_hank_s_cafe Gila Hank's Cafe
HTC The High Tech Center, housing computer labs and technology-focused classrooms.
Monster ID The official student identification card required for library access and meal plans.
Monster Mail The official student email system provided by the college for all formal communication.
The Gym Guitteau Gymnasium, the home of EAC's basketball and volleyball teams. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 11 approved campus terms and 8 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 Eastern Arizona College What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Eastern Arizona College
Monsters Rally Past College of Southern Nevada to Advance to Region I Championship EAC volleyball earned a 3-2 victory in the semifinals, securing a spot in the championship game against Arizona Western College.
Nov 3, 2026
Read More EAC's Abe Tizaf Named ACCAC Coach of the Year Eastern Arizona College men's soccer coach earns top honors while Bruno Vasconcelos earns Goalkeeper Honors.
Oct 29, 2026
Read More EAC Men’s Soccer Makes History with First National Ranking The men's soccer team achieved its first-ever national ranking following a series of significant wins.
Oct 22, 2026
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Eastern Arizona College
Intertribal Club Meeting November 4, 2026
Alumni Library
Student life meeting for the Intertribal Club.
Monster Exchange November 4, 2026
Thatcher Campus
A food pantry, snacks, clothing exchange, school supplies, and toiletries at no cost for current EAC students.
Tabletop Gaming Club Meeting November 4, 2026
Activities Center
Join as we play board games, card games, roleplaying games, and more from 7 PM to 10:30 PM.
Teen Theatre Production - Speed Dating and Light Sabers November 4, 2026
Lee Little Theater
Enjoy two one-act plays performed by Eastern Arizona College's Teen Theatre students.
ASEAC - Red Cross Blood Drive November 5, 2026
Thatcher Campus
Eastern Arizona College and the American Red Cross partner to host a blood drive.
Jazz Band Concert November 6, 2026
Lee Little Theater
Free concert celebrating jazz's energy and creativity, featuring student musicians.
Bachelor of Music Junior Recitals: Sadie Titus and Brandon Bodine November 7, 2026
Fine Arts Auditorium
Public recital sharing the musical talents of Sadie and Brandon.
BYU Young Ambassadors – IMAGINE November 12, 2026
David M. Player Center for the Arts, Safford
High-energy production combining powerhouse vocals, vibrant choreography, and theatrical storytelling.
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