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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
12 entries Aug 24 → Dec 17, 2026
Fall 2026 Relevant now
Jan 11 → May 7, 2027
Spring 2027
May 10 → Jun 9, 2027
Summer 2027 Maymester (4-Week Session)
May 17 → Jun 28, 2027
Summer 2027 1st 6-Week Session
May 17 → Aug 13, 2027
Summer 2027 Regular Session
Jun 30 → Aug 13, 2027
Summer 2027 2nd 6-Week Session
Aug 23 → Dec 18, 2027
Fall 2027
Jan 10 → May 7, 2028
Spring 2028
May 8 → Jun 7, 2028
Summer 2028 Maymester
May 15 → Jun 26, 2028
Summer 2028 First 6-Week Session
May 15 → Aug 11, 2028
Summer 2028 Regular Session
Jun 28 → Aug 11, 2028
Summer 2028 Second 6-Week Session
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ALAS Association of Latin American Students, a prominent cultural organization on campus. C
CAB Campus Activities Board, responsible for organizing student events and entertainment. L
Lares The Lares Union Building food court, the primary dining location on campus.
LG Common student shorthand for the Lions Gate residence hall.
Lions Gate The only on-campus residence hall at Penn State Abington, located near the main campus. S
SGA Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population. T
The Cafe Informal term for the dining area within the Lares Union Building.
The Duck Pond The iconic pond on campus, a central landmark and popular gathering spot for students.
The Quad The central grassy area between Sutherland Hall and the Lares Union Building.
THON The Penn State Dance Marathon; Abington has its own dedicated fundraising chapter. W
We Are The universal Penn State chant and expression of school identity used across all campuses. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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IdentiCard The official Penn State photo identification card required for campus services.
Lares The Lares Union Building, the central hub for student life, dining, and the bookstore.
lares_cafe Lares Cafe
LionCash A declining balance account on the student ID card used for laundry, printing, and dining.
PSUAlert The emergency notification system used for weather-related delays or campus emergencies.
Rydal The Rydal Building, an academic facility located a short distance from the main campus quad.
Starfish The online platform used by students to schedule academic advising and tutoring appointments.
Sutherland Sutherland Hall, the main academic building housing administrative offices and classrooms.
The Shuttle The campus bus service that transports students between the main campus and the Rydal building.
Woodland The Woodland Building, which contains science labs, classrooms, and faculty offices. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 11 approved campus terms and 10 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 Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington What the product handles for students.
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Penn State reminds community of winter weather protocols for 2026-27 season Guidance issued for students and staff on snow removal, delays, and campus closures via the PSUAlert system for the upcoming winter.
Nov 12, 2026
Read More Penn State Abington honors alumni for leadership, service and achievement The campus recognized distinguished alumni for their professional success and contributions to the community.
Nov 10, 2026
Read More Physical Education Building makeover targeted for completion by September 2027 A $25 million renovation project is currently underway, resulting in the temporary closure of the campus gym facilities.
Oct 10, 2026
Read More Winter weather protocol reminder issued for the 2026-2027 season. Winter weather protocol reminder issued for the 2026-2027 season.
Read More PSUAlert system test conducted recently as part of regular review. PSUAlert system test conducted recently as part of regular review.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington
Faculty Research and Creative Works Expo November 12, 2026
An expo showcasing faculty research and creative works at Penn State Abington.
Relic in the Glass Cabinet November 12, 2026
A distance learning presentation part of the campus academics events series.
Career & Professional Development Information Booth November 17, 2026
Information booth for students to learn about career services, internship deadlines, and professional development resources.
International Education Week: Start Locally, Think Globally November 18, 2026
A panel of speakers sharing experiences with study abroad and adapting to new cultures as international students.
Tea & Travel November 30, 2026
An event focusing on travel experiences and cultural exchange over tea.
Unique Eats & Eateries of Philadelphia December 8, 2026
Author Irene Levy Baker discusses her book and the savory stories behind 90 Philadelphia restaurants.
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