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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Long Island University

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
Campus terms
15
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Jan 8, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

9 entries
  1. Summer 2026 Twelve Week Session
  2. Summer 2026
  3. Summer 2026 Second Six Week Session
  4. Summer 2026 Third Five Week Session
  5. Summer Third Five Week Session 2026
  6. Fall 2026Relevant now
  7. Fall 2026 Weekend Session A
  8. Fall 2026 Weekend Session B
  9. Spring 2027

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Campus language

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15 terms

4

490 Fulton
A residential facility for students at the Brooklyn campus located at 490 Fulton Street.

B

Blackbird Cafe
The main dining facility located in the Luntey Commons on the Brooklyn campus.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led organization responsible for planning campus-wide events.
Conolly
Richard L. Conolly Hall, the primary high-rise residence hall on the Brooklyn campus.

H

Hillwood
The food court and retail dining area located within Hillwood Commons at LIU Post.

K

Kings
Kings Hall, a residence hall on the LIU Post campus often grouped with Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk halls.

R

Riggs
Riggs Hall, one of the traditional residence halls located on the LIU Post campus.

S

Seawanhaka
The student-run newspaper specifically serving the LIU Brooklyn campus.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population on both campuses.
Sharks
The official mascot and collective nickname for LIU students and athletic teams following the 2019 unification of the Post and Brooklyn programs.

T

The Pioneer
The student-run newspaper specifically serving the LIU Post campus.
The Post
The Post Dining Hall, a specific dining location on the LIU Post campus.

V

VPA
The College of Veterinary Medicine or related performing arts programs, depending on context at the Post campus.

W

WCWP
The campus radio station based at LIU Post, broadcasting on 88.1 FM.
Winnick
The Winnick Student Center, the primary residential dining hall for students on the LIU Post campus.

Places and practicalities

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

13 details
bleecker_street
Bleecker Street
Humanities
Humanities Hall, a primary academic building for liberal arts classes at LIU Post.
Kahn
The Kahn Discovery Center, an academic building on the LIU Post campus housing various classrooms.
LIU Card
The official student identification card required for building access, meal plan usage, and library services.
LLC
The Library Learning Center, which houses the main library and academic support services in Brooklyn.
Metcalfe
The Metcalfe Building, a central academic and administrative hub on the Brooklyn campus.
MyLIU
The central online portal used by students to manage registration, view grades, and handle financial aid.
Promise
LIU Promise, the university's integrated office for student success, advising, and campus life support.
starbucks
Starbucks
The Shuttle
The inter-campus transportation service that provides scheduled transit between the LIU Post and LIU Brooklyn campuses.
the_end_zone_sports_lounge
The End Zone Sports Lounge
Tilles
The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, a major concert and performance venue on the LIU Post campus.
winnick_student_center_dining_hall
Winnick Student Center Dining Hall

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Jan 8, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
15 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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Worth a look

Acapella Club

A club for students interested in singing a cappella music.

Tryout required

Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Accounting Society

Serves as a link between the college student and the accounting profession and assists non-majors in understanding the field.

Open to all

Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Circle K

A branch of Kiwanis International dedicated to community service work, leadership, and fellowship.

Open to all

Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Esports Club

A club for students interested in competitive video gaming.

Open to all

Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

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Dungeons & Dragons Club

A club for students interested in playing the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons.

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Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Excel Club

A club focused on developing skills in Microsoft Excel, a key tool in data analysis and business.

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Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Fishing Club

A recreational club for students who enjoy fishing.

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Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Campus rituals

Exam Rock

A campus tradition where students touch the rock by Humanities Hall for good luck on an exam.

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Source: public campus page · Verified 3 days ago

Founder's Day

An event that commemorates the founding of the LIU Post campus.

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Resources & spaces

Center for Healthy Living

Offers confidential individual and group counseling services with licensed mental health professionals to assist students with managing stress, anxiety, and other mental health concerns.

Open to all

Source: liu.edu · Verified 3 days ago

Tutoring Program

Provides free peer tutoring services to undergraduate students across all academic disciplines, including core curriculum and some upper-level courses.

Open to all

Writing Center

Offers free, one-to-one, student-centered conferencing on any writing project for all stages of the writing process.

Open to all

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Life in Brookville for Long Island University Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$3,500

Cost of Living Index

200

Student Population

8,000

City Transportation

Walkability

20

Bikeability

35

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

52°F

Avg Snowfall

28 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Gold Lot

surface_lot • Limited during athletic events

Located near Pratt Recreation Center and Shark Stadium.

East Parking Lot

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Located near the Facilities Building.

Hillwood Commons Lot

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Main lot for student center access.

Campus News

Latest updates from Long Island University

Kansas Jayhawks Defeat LIU Sharks 51-6 in Season Opener

The LIU football team opened its 2026 season with a loss against the Kansas Jayhawks in Lawrence, Kansas.

Sep 5, 2026

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UConn Women's Soccer Pummels LIU 5-1

The LIU women's soccer team suffered a 5-1 defeat against the University of Connecticut Huskies.

Sep 6, 2026

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Long Island University Claims Second Consecutive Brenda Weare Commissioner's Cup

The Northeast Conference announced that LIU has repeated as the winner of the Commissioner's Cup, recognizing overall athletic excellence.

Jun 3, 2026

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LIU Launches AI² Center to Advance Artificial Intelligence Education

The university announced the launch of the Artificial Intelligence & Academic Innovation Center to integrate AI into research and academic programs.

May 21, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Long Island University

LIU Post Shark Saturday

September 12, 2026

LIU Post Campus, Gold Coast Cinema

An admissions event for prospective students to experience the LIU Post campus.

Weekend Session A: Classes Begin

September 13, 2026

LIU Post Campus

The start of the first weekend academic session for the Fall 2026 semester.

Men at Work | Tilles Center

September 17, 2026

Tilles Center Concert Hall

Founding member Colin Hay tours with his LA-based group, performing hits like 'Down Under' and 'Who Can It Be Now'.

Homecoming: LIU Sharks Football vs. Villanova

September 19, 2026

LIU Post Campus

Annual homecoming football game featuring the LIU Sharks taking on Villanova.

LIU Post Transfer Tuesday

September 22, 2026

LIU Post Campus, Admissions Department

Admissions event specifically for students looking to transfer to LIU Post.

Love Stories: Neat or On the Rocks

September 26, 2026

Tilles Center Concert Hall

A performing arts event at the Tilles Center.

Open House | LIU Post

September 27, 2026

LIU Post Campus

Comprehensive campus open house for prospective students and their families.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Long Island University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

490 Fulton

Room types: apartment

Brookville Hall

Room types: standard rooms

Conolly Hall

Room types: standard rooms, semi-private suites, apartments

Fulton Street Residence Hall

Room types: four-person apartments, five-person apartments, six-person apartments

Kings Hall

Room types: single, double, triple

Nassau Hall

Room types: Double

Post Hall

Room types: standard rooms

Queens Hall

Room types: single, double, triple

Richard L. Conolly Hall

Room types: suites, apartments

Riggs Hall

Room types: single, double, triple

South Residence Complex

Room types: 3-4 bedroom suites

Suffolk Hall

Room types: Double

Campus Details

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Email Domain

@longislandu.edu

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