Randolph CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Session 01

The semester, explained for Randolph 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
Fall Session 01
Campus terms
18
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall Session 01 runs Aug 26, 2026 – Oct 13, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

30 entries
  1. Summer 2026 10-Week Session Undergraduate
  2. Summer 2026 2nd 5-Week Session Undergraduate
  3. Fall Session 01Relevant now
  4. Fall Session 01 2026
  5. Fall Session 02
  6. Fall Session 02 2026
  7. Spring Session 03 2027
  8. Spring Session 03
  9. Spring Session 04
  10. Spring Session 04 2027
  11. Summer 1st 5-week Session
  12. Summer 1st 5-Week Session 2027
  13. Summer 10-week Session
  14. Summer 10-Week Session 2027
  15. Summer 2nd 5-week Session
  16. Summer 2nd 5-Week Session 2027
  17. Fall Session 01
  18. Fall Session 01 2027
  19. Fall Session 02
  20. Fall Session 02 2027
  21. Spring Session 03 2028
  22. Spring Session 03
  23. Spring Session 04
  24. Spring Session 04 2028
  25. Summer 1st 5-week Session
  26. Summer 1st 5-Week Session 2028
  27. Summer 10-week Session
  28. Summer 10-Week Session 2028
  29. Summer 2nd 5-week Session
  30. Summer 2nd 5-Week Session 2028

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Campus language

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18 terms

B

Bell
Bell Hall, a residence hall known for its proximity to the academic buildings.
BSU
Black Student Union, an organization focused on the interests and culture of Black students.

C

Cheatham
Cheatham Dining Hall, the primary all-you-care-to-eat dining facility on campus.

E

Evens
Students graduating in an even-numbered year, the counterparts to the Odds in campus traditions.

G

GSA
Gender and Sexuality Alliance, a student group supporting LGBTQ+ students and allies.

M

MAC
Macon Activities Council, the student-led organization responsible for planning campus-wide events.
Main
Main Hall, the central and oldest residence hall on campus which also houses administrative offices.
Moore
Moore Hall, a residence hall on the campus perimeter.

O

Odds
Students graduating in an odd-numbered year, part of a long-standing campus rivalry and tradition system.

P

Pumpkin Parade
A fall tradition where seniors carve pumpkins for their sophomore 'sisters' and parade through campus.

R

Ring Sisters
A tradition where juniors are paired with freshmen to mentor them leading up to the Ring Ceremony.

S

SGB
Student Government Board, the primary governing body for the student population.
Sundowner
The official name for the late-night and grab-and-go dining option in Main Hall.

T

The Red Brick Wall
The physical wall surrounding the campus, often used as a metaphor for the campus community.
The Skeller
The Sundowner, a casual dining and social space located in the basement of Main Hall (short for Rathskeller).

W

Webb
Webb Hall, a residence hall often used for first-year students.
West
West Hall, a residence hall primarily housing upperclassmen.
Wright
Wright Hall, a residence hall located near the athletic facilities.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
cheatham_dining_hall
Cheatham Dining Hall
GLTC
Greater Lynchburg Transit Company, the city bus system that students can use for local transportation.
Leggett
The Leggett Building, containing classrooms, faculty offices, and the psychology department.
Maier
The Maier Museum of Art at Randolph College, housing the college's permanent art collection.
Martin
Martin Science Building, the primary facility for science labs and classrooms.
Moodle
The learning management system used by professors to post assignments and course materials.
RAD
Radcliffe Hall, the building that houses the Office of Admissions.
skeller_c_store_and_coffee
Skeller C-Store and Coffee
skeller_grill
Skeller Grill
Smith
Smith Memorial Building, which houses the Smith Hall Theatre and various student life offices.
The Honor Code
The student-signed pledge of academic and personal integrity that governs campus life.
The Portal
The internal student information system used for registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
WildCat ID
The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
wildcat_corner
WildCat Corner

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Session 01 runs Aug 26, 2026 – Oct 13, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
18 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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Randolph Programming Board

A major student organization that plans and hosts a wide array of campus events, including concerts, comedians, and movies.

Open to all

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Student Government

The representative body for students, responsible for allocating student activity fees and advocating for student interests.

Regular commitment

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Animal Advocacy Club

A club for students interested in animal welfare and advocacy.

Open to all

Source: public campus page · Verified 21 days ago

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Ring Week

A week of activities where juniors exchange gifts with anonymous first-year students, culminating in a scavenger hunt and the presentation of class rings.

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Campus rituals

Daisy Chain

A colorful graduation event dating back to the early 1900s, where a chain of daisies is part of the commencement ceremony.

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Even and Odd Class Rivalry

A long-standing tradition where classes are designated 'Even' or 'Odd' based on their graduation year, engaging in friendly rivalry and events like the Odd-Even water balloon fight.

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Founders' Day

A day in March honoring the college's founder, William Waugh Smith, with a ceremony and special dinner.

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Pumpkin Parade

An annual fall tradition where sophomores carve pumpkins for seniors, who then carry them in a parade across campus while singing school songs.

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Resources & spaces

Academic Services Center

Provides a variety of academic support services, including one-on-one peer tutoring, a writing lab, and workshops on study skills and time management.

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Career Development Center

Assists students with choosing a major, career planning, finding internships and job shadowing opportunities, and applying to graduate school.

Open to all

Counseling Center

Offers free and confidential professional mental health support to all full-time students, including individual counseling and 24/7 telehealth services through TimelyCare.

Open to all

Student Health Center

Provides prevention, treatment, health promotion, and education for common student health needs, including evaluation of acute illness and minor injuries.

Open to all

Source: randolphcollege.edu · Verified 21 days ago

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Life in Lynchburg for Randolph College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,000

Cost of Living Index

89

Student Population

25,000

City Transportation

Walkability

32

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC) bus system, Amtrak service via Kemper Street Station

Nearest Airports

Lynchburg Regional Airport (Preston Glenn Field)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

55°F

Avg Snowfall

18 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

WildCat Parking Lot

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Located at 3351 Vassar Street; designated for first-year residential student parking.

Bell Lot

surface_lot

Primary student parking lot adjacent to Bell Hall.

Smith-Wright Lot

surface_lot • Restricted

Restricted use; not for general student parking.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Randolph College

Women's Soccer vs Va United

August 26, 2026

WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Randolph College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Bell Hall

Capacity: 120

Room types: single, double

Main Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: single, double

Grosvenor Apartments

Room types: furnished apartments

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@randolphcollege.edu

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