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Public Research University in South Bend, IN. Operating on a semester system.

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South Bend, IN
5K+ students
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Research University

Institution Type

2

Housing Buildings

318

Housing Capacity

Student guide · Fall 2026 1st 8 Weeks

The semester, explained for Indiana University-South Bend

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 1st 8 Weeks
Campus terms
11
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 1st 8 Weeks runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

19 entries
  1. Summer 2026
  2. Summer 2026 Summer 2 / Online 2
  3. Fall 2026 1st 8 WeeksFall 2026 8 Weeks 1Relevant now
  4. Fall 2026 Regular (Full) Session
  5. Fall 2026 2nd 8 WeeksFall 2026 8 Weeks 2
  6. Spring 2027 1st 8 Weeks
  7. Spring 2027 Regular (Full) Session
  8. Spring 2027 2nd 8 Weeks
  9. Summer 2027 Summer 1 / Online 1
  10. Summer 2027 Regular Academic (1) / Full Online (OLF)Summer 2027 Regular Academic / Full Online
  11. Summer 2027 Online 8 Weeks 1
  12. Summer 2027 Summer 2 / Online 2
  13. Fall 2027 1st 8 WeeksFall 2027 8 Weeks 1
  14. Fall 2027 Regular (Full) Session
  15. Fall 2027 2nd 8 Weeks

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11 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board; the student-led organization responsible for planning major campus events and entertainment.

L

Library Starbucks
The Starbucks coffee shop located on the first floor of the Franklin D. Schurz Library.

R

River Crossing
The official name for the on-campus student apartment complex, often referred to simply as 'the apartments' or 'housing'.

S

SAC
Student Activities Center; while a building, it is frequently used to refer to the hub of student life and organizations.
SGA
Student Government Association; the representative body for the IUSB student population.
SNA
Student Nurses' Association; a highly active professional organization for students in the Dwyer College of Health Sciences.
Sub Connection
A popular sandwich shop located within the Student Activities Center dining area.

T

The Apartments
Common student shorthand for the River Crossing student housing complex located across the St. Joseph River from the main campus.
The Bridge
The pedestrian bridge over the St. Joseph River that connects the main academic campus to the Student Activities Center and River Crossing housing.
The Grille
The primary dining location on campus, located in the Student Activities Center (SAC).
Titans
The official mascot and collective name for the IU South Bend student body and athletic teams.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
AD
Administration Building; houses the Chancellor's office and other administrative functions.
Canvas
The learning management system used for all course materials, assignments, and online discussions.
courtside_caf
Courtside Café
CrimsonCard
The official university-wide identification card used for building access, printing, and meal plans.
DH
Vera Z. Dwyer Hall; the primary facility for the Dwyer College of Health Sciences.
DW
David Wiekamp Hall; a major academic building housing the humanities, social sciences, and the Informatics department.
EA
Education and Arts Building; houses the School of Education and various fine arts studios and classrooms.
LI
Franklin D. Schurz Library; the main campus library.
NS
Northside Hall; the oldest and largest academic building on campus, housing many classrooms and labs.
One.IU
The central web portal used by students to register for classes, check grades, and manage financial aid.
SAC
Student Activities Center; the campus fitness center, dining hall, and student organization hub.
The Gateway
A centralized service center in the Administration Building for admissions, financial aid, and registrar services.
Titan Atlas
The online platform used by students to find and join campus organizations and track involvement.
university_grill
University Grill

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 1st 8 Weeks runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 14 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.
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New Student Orientation

A required program for incoming students designed to introduce them to campus resources, academic expectations, and student life.

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Student Government Association

The official representative body for students at IU South Bend, responsible for allocating student activity fees and advocating for student interests.

Regular commitment

Titan Productions

Titan Productions is the campus programming board responsible for planning and executing a wide variety of events for the student body.

Alpha Sigma Phi

A social fraternity founded to Better the Man, through the creation and perpetuation of brotherhood founded upon the values of character.

Alpha Sigma Tau

A national Panhellenic sorority focused on empowering women to excel in life.

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Accounting Association

A club for students interested in the field of accounting to network and learn.

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Art Club

The Art Club is a student organization that is open to all students who have an interest in art.

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Association for Computing Machinery

The IUSB ACM Student Chapter is a student organization for those interested in computer science and technology.

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Resources & spaces

Academic Centers for Excellence (ACE)

Provides free tutoring services, including the Writers' Room, Learning Center, Math Tutoring Center, and Computer Science Tutoring Center.

Open to all

Career Services Office

Offers career counseling, resume reviews, job search advice, internship assistance, and hosts career fairs.

Open to all

Student Counseling Center

Provides free, confidential, short-term mental health counseling services to currently enrolled students.

Open to all

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Life in South Bend for Indiana University-South Bend Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in South Bend.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$850

Cost of Living Index

92

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

South Bend TRANSPO bus system, South Shore Line commuter rail to Chicago

Nearest Airports

South Bend International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

50°F

Avg Snowfall

66 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Parking Garage

garage

Designated visitor parking on the first floor; southwest corner of campus.

Administration Building Lot

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Located off Esther Street; includes visitor parking with a one-hour limit.

Student Housing Lot

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Located across from the Crew House building.

Campus News

Latest updates from Indiana University-South Bend

IU's overall enrollment increased to nearly 90,000 this fall

Indiana University saw a 4.5% increase in new undergraduate student enrollment at the South Bend campus for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Sep 7, 2026

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IU South Bend Open Additional Hours on Saturday

Campus offices offered extended hours to assist students with final preparations for the fall semester.

Aug 19, 2026

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IU South Bend Marks Commencement Celebration for Class of 2026

President Pamela Whitten and Chancellor Brian Pappas presided over the ceremony at the Joyce Center for the Class of 2026.

May 12, 2026

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IU South Bend Alert: Campus Status Normal

IU South Bend Alert: Campus Status Normal

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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Indiana University-South Bend

No mandatory freshmen on-campus housing requirement; students may choose to live on or off campus

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

University Village

Capacity: 318

Room types: Single, Double, Suite, Apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@iusb.edu

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