Lynn UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Boca Raton, FL. Operating on a semester system.

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Boca Raton, FL
4K+ students
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Student guide · Fall Day Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Lynn 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 Day Semester 2026
Campus terms
16
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall Day Semester 2026 runs Aug 23, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

15 entries
  1. Fall I Term 2026
  2. Fall Day Semester 2026Relevant now
  3. Fall II Term 2026
  4. Spring Semester Session A 2027
  5. Spring I Term 2027
  6. Spring Semester 2027
  7. Spring Semester Session B 2027
  8. Spring Semester Session C 2027
  9. Spring II Term 2027
  10. Spring Semester Session D 2027
  11. Summer Day Term 2027
  12. Summer I Term 2027
  13. Study Abroad Summer 2027Summer Internship 2027
  14. Summer II Term 2027

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Campus language

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16 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans major campus events.
Capstone
The Capstone Apartments, on-campus apartment-style living for upperclassmen.
Christine's
Christine's, a casual dining spot located in the Wold Performing Arts Center.
CSI
Center for Student Involvement, the office overseeing clubs and Greek life.

D

De Hoernle
De Hoernle Residence Hall, housing for upperclassmen and some freshmen.

E

E.M. Lynn
E.M. Lynn Residence Center, a modern residence hall for upperclassmen.

F

Fighting Knights
The official mascot and collective name for Lynn University students and athletes.
Freiburger
Freiburger Residence Hall, a traditional-style dorm for freshmen.

J

J-Term
The January Term, a three-week intensive course period between semesters.

P

Perper
Mary and Harold Perper Residence Hall, an upperclassman housing facility.
Perper Coffee
The Perper Coffee House, the on-campus Starbucks location.
Pulse
Lynn Pulse, the student-run media organization including radio and news.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Commons
The Elmore Dining Commons, the main buffet-style dining hall on campus.
The iPad School
A nickname for Lynn due to its status as an Apple Distinguished School where all students receive iPads.
Trinity
Trinity Residence Hall, primarily housing first-year students.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Assaf
The Assaf Academic Center, housing many classrooms and faculty offices.
Canvas
The Learning Management System used for all course assignments and grades.
christine_s
Christine's
Green Center
The Eugene M. and Christine E. Lynn Library and Green Center.
Knight Ride
The campus safety shuttle service providing late-night transportation around campus.
LynnID
The physical or digital student ID card used for building access and meal plans.
mary_s_kitchen_bobby_campbell_dining_commons
Mary's Kitchen (Bobby Campbell Dining Commons)
perper_coffee_house
Perper Coffee House
The International
The International Building, home to the College of Business and Management.
The Sanctuary
The Snyder Sanctuary, a non-denominational space for reflection and events.
The Wold
The Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center.
Workday
The administrative portal used for class registration, financial aid, and student records.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Day Semester 2026 runs Aug 23, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 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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  • 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 Boca Raton for Lynn University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Boca Raton.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,300

Cost of Living Index

120

Student Population

31,000

City Transportation

Walkability

41

Bikeability

57

Public Transit

Palm Tran bus service, Tri-Rail commuter rail (nearby stations)

Nearest Airports

Boca Raton Airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (nearby), Palm Beach International Airport (nearby)

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical rainforest

Avg Annual Temp

77°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lots A, B, C, G, H

surface_lot • Limited

Designated for employees.

Lots H, I, J, K, L, N

surface_lot • Moderate

Designated for students.

Lots A, H

surface_lot • Moderate

Designated for visitors; must check in at the gatehouse.

Campus News

Latest updates from Lynn University

Karen S. Lynch Summit connects influential voices at Lynn University

The inaugural Karen S. Lynch Summit featured business leaders like the CEO of Revlon and the President of the NYSE to discuss leadership and innovation.

Oct 21, 2026

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Lynn education students gain hands-on insight into special education

Students in Lynn's education program engaged in practical learning opportunities focused on special education strategies.

Oct 13, 2026

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Momentum at Lynn University: Fall 2026 Enrollment Success

Lynn welcomed over 3,500 students for the Fall 2026 semester, marking strong enrollment growth and a 34% increase in student-athletes.

Oct 9, 2026

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Lynn aeronautics students tour Miami Air Traffic Control Center

Aeronautics students visited the Miami Air Traffic Control Center to gain real-world exposure to aviation operations.

Oct 8, 2026

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Hurricane season reminder: Hurricane season runs through Nov. 30. Monitor local weather for updates.

Hurricane season reminder: Hurricane season runs through Nov. 30. Monitor local weather for updates.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Lynn University

The Power Of Sports 5K + Wellness Social

October 25, 2026

Lynn University Campus

2nd Annual Power of Sports 5K run and wellness social benefiting Bigger Than Sports, featuring healthy food trucks, cold plunges, and recovery stations.

Meet Bella's Angels

October 27, 2026

Lynn University Campus

Student event to meet with Bella's Angels organization.

State of the University

October 28, 2026

Lynn University Campus

Annual address regarding the current status and future of the university.

Founders Day Carnival

October 29, 2026

Lynn University Campus

Celebration featuring churros, ice cream, and carnival activities for employees and students.

Philharmonia No. 2: Halloween Spectacular!

October 31, 2026

Wold Performing Arts Center

Conservatory of Music performance featuring a themed Halloween spectacular.

Benefit and Wellness Fair

November 2, 2026

Lynn University Campus

Fair for Lynn employees focusing on wellness and benefit options.

A Concert of Gratitude

November 4, 2026

Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall

Performance for the Friends of the Conservatory of Music.

Philharmonia No. 3: Concerto Competition Winners

November 14, 2026

Wold Performing Arts Center

Performance featuring the winners of the concerto competition.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Lynn University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Banyan Residence Hall

Capstone Apartments

de Hoernle Residence Hall

E.M. Lynn Residence Center

Freiburger Residence Hall

Perper Residence Hall

Trinity Residence Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@lynn.edu

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