Elizabethtown CollegeStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Elizabethtown, PA. Operating on a semester system.

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Elizabethtown, PA
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Liberal Arts College

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Student guide · SGPS Fall Session (F1)

The semester, explained for Elizabethtown 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
SGPS Fall Session (F1)
Campus terms
16
Local details
13

Academic calendar

SGPS Fall Session (F1) runs Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

33 entries
  1. SGPS Fall Session (F1)Relevant now
  2. SGPS Fall Session (F5)
  3. Fall 2026SGPS Overall Term (F4)
  4. SGPS Fall 2026 Overall Term (F4)
  5. SGPS Fall Session (F2)
  6. SGPS Fall Session (F6)
  7. SGPS Fall Session (F3)
  8. SGPS Winter Session (W1)Winter Session 2026-2027 (W1)
  9. Winter 2026-27Winter Session 2026-2027
  10. SGPS Spring Session (S1)
  11. SGPS Spring Session (S5)
  12. SGPS Overall Term (S4)
  13. SGPS Spring 2027 Overall Term (S4)Spring 2027
  14. SGPS Spring Session (S2)
  15. SGPS Spring Session (S6)
  16. SGPS Spring Session (S3)
  17. Summer Session (May Term) - 3 Week Session (3J)
  18. SGPS Summer Session U3 - 3 Weeks
  19. SGPS Summer Session J1 - 5 Weeks
  20. Online Session 1 - 7 Week Session (5J)SGPS Summer Session U1 - 7 Weeks
  21. SGPS Overall Term J4SGPS Overall Term U4SGPS Summer Session 8J (Field/Practicum/Internship) - 14 WeeksSummer (Field/Practicum/Internships) - 14 Weeks (8J)
  22. SGPS Summer Session J2 - 5 Weeks
  23. SGPS Summer Session U2 - 7 Weeks
  24. Online Session 2 - 7 Week Session (6J)
  25. Summer Graduate Physician Assistant Specialist - Didactic (6U)

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16 terms

B

Blue Jays
The official mascot and collective name for the student body.
Brinser
Brinser Residence Hall, located near the center of campus.

F

Fresh
The Fresh Take area or healthy options within the dining services.

J

Jay's Nest
A retail dining location offering made-to-order food, snacks, and late-night options.

M

Myer
Myer Residence Hall, a common dormitory on campus.

O

Ober
Ober Residence Hall, part of the traditional housing options.
OSA
Office of Student Activities, which oversees clubs and campus involvement.

S

Schlosser
Schlosser Residence Hall, typically housing first-year students.
SEB
Student Entertainment Board, the primary group responsible for planning campus events.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Blue Bean
The campus coffee shop serving Starbucks products and light snacks.
The Dell
The Dell of the Peace Pipe, a scenic outdoor amphitheater and green space used for events and relaxing.
The Jays
A common shorthand for the college's athletic teams or students.
The Marketplace
The main all-you-care-to-eat dining hall located in the Brossman Student Center.
The Quads
The Student Directed Learning Communities (SDLCs), which are small house-style residences.

W

WWEC
The campus radio station, 88.3 FM, run by students.

Places and practicalities

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

13 details
Birdfeeder
The on-campus food pantry available to students facing food insecurity.
blue_bean_caf
Blue Bean Café
BSC
Brossman Student Center, the hub for dining, mail, and student activities.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course materials, assignments, and grades.
fresh_nest
Fresh Nest
High
High Library, the main academic library on campus.
jay_s_nest
Jay's Nest
Jaypass
The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Jayride
The campus shuttle service providing transportation for students around campus and to local stops.
Masters
Masters Center for Science, Mathematics and Engineering.
Nicarry
Nicarry Hall, a primary academic building housing many classrooms and faculty offices.
Steinman
Steinman Center, which houses communications departments and the campus theater.
the_marketplace
The Marketplace

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
SGPS Fall Session (F1) runs Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 25, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 13 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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Alpha Phi Omega

A national, co-ed service fraternity that provides members the chance to develop leadership skills through service projects on campus and in the community.

Source: public campus page · Verified 1 month ago

Etown Endurance

A club for students interested in endurance sports such as running, biking, and swimming.

Open to all

Source: public campus page · Verified 1 month ago

Etown Gaming

A club for students interested in competitive and casual video gaming (esports).

Open to all

Source: public campus page · Verified 1 month ago

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Etown Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

Helps the local community of exceptional children and children with disabilities.

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Source: public campus page · Verified 1 month ago

Etown Frolf

A club for students who enjoy playing disc golf.

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Source: public campus page · Verified 1 month ago

Campus rituals

Carrot Cake

A tradition started by the 10th President, Dr. Morley J. Mays, where carrot cake is served at numerous campus events and given to prospective students to symbolize hospitality.

Open to all

Source: etown.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Resources & spaces

Bowers Center for Sports, Fitness & Well-Being

A state-of-the-art facility serving as a campus hub for health and well-being, featuring cardio and strength areas, group fitness rooms, an indoor track, and multi-use courts.

Open to all

Source: etown.edu · Verified 27 days ago

Career Development Center

Hosts career and networking events and provides resources to help students with career planning and development.

Open to all

Source: etown.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Counseling Services

Offers a wide range of free mental health support, including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and psychiatric services in a confidential setting.

Open to all

Recent Elizabethtown College Syllabus Analyses

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ART 103

Graphic Design 1

Fall 2026

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ART 105

Drawing I (Creative Expression AU)

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COM120

Introduction to Communications

Fall 2026

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COM120A

Intro to Communications

2026-2027 Fall Semester

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Communications 210

Presentation Skills

Fall 2026

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ED 105B

Foundations of Teaching and Learning

Fall 2026

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Elizabethtown College on DormWay

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Drawing I (Creative Expression AU)Foundations of Teaching and LearningGraphic Design 1History of the Modern Middle EastHNR Politics & Religion: Let's Talk!Intro to CommunicationsLarge Ensemeble: Jazz BandPresentation Skills

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Life in Elizabethtown for Elizabethtown College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,060

Cost of Living Index

97

Student Population

1,946

City Transportation

Walkability

54

Bikeability

37

Public Transit

Red Rose Transit Authority bus service (regional access)

Nearest Airports

Lancaster Airport, Harrisburg International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

52°F

Avg Snowfall

23.1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 2 (Visitor Parking)

surface_lot

Located at 700 E College Ave; includes EV charging stations.

Church of Brethren Parking Lot

surface_lot

Equipped with a Blue Light emergency phone.

Quad Parking Lot

surface_lot

Located near the residence quads.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Elizabethtown College

Women's Soccer vs. Franklin & Marshall

September 1, 2026

Tylus Field

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Elizabethtown College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Brinser Residence Hall

Capacity: 109

Room types: single, double, triple

Campus Houses

Room types: house

Founders Residence Hall

Capacity: 326

Room types: double

Hackman Apartments

Capacity: 92

Room types: apartment

Myer Residence Hall

Capacity: 130

Room types: single, double, triple

Ober Residence Hall

Capacity: 220

Room types: single, double, triple

Royer Residence Hall

Capacity: 125

Room types: single, double

Schlosser Residence Hall

Capacity: 205

Room types: single, double, triple

Schreiber Quadrangle

Room types: townhouse/quad

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@etown.edu

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