Rockland Community CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Flex Start 1

The semester, explained for Rockland Community 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 2026 Flex Start 1
Campus terms
14
Local details
15

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Flex Start 1 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

19 entries
  1. Summer 2026
  2. Summer Session 2 2026
  3. Summer Session 3 2026
  4. Fall 2026 Flex Start 1Flex Start 1 Fall 2026Relevant now
  5. Fall 2026
  6. Fall 2026 Later StartLater Start Fall 2026
  7. Fall 2026 Flex Start 2Flex Start 2 Fall 2026
  8. Wintersession 2027
  9. Winter Session 2027
  10. Flex Start 1 Spring 2027Spring 2027 Flex Start 1
  11. Spring 2027
  12. Later Start Spring 2027Spring 2027 Later Start
  13. Flex Start 2 Spring 2027Spring 2027 Flex Start 2

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Campus language

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14 terms

A

ASAP
Advancing Success in Associate Pathways, a program designed to help students earn their degrees as quickly as possible.

C

Campus Café
A food and study spot located in the atrium of the Cultural Arts Center.
Common Hour
A designated time on Tuesdays and Thursdays (12:30 – 1:30 pm) when no classes are held to allow for club meetings and activities.

E

EOP
Educational Opportunity Program, providing access and support to students with strong academic potential and limited financial resources.
ESA
English Skills Academy, an intensive college preparatory program for English language learners.

F

Fighting Hawks
The official nickname for Rockland Community College's athletic teams.

H

Hawk's Nest
A dining and lounge area on the first floor of the Student Union featuring coffee, snacks, and grab-and-go items.

M

myRCC
The official student portal used for registration, grades, and campus resources.

R

Rocky the Hawk
The official mascot of Rockland Community College.

S

SAB
Student Activities Board, the organization responsible for guiding and funding student clubs.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student governing body on campus.

T

The Bridge
The physical walkway between Academic I and Academic II, frequently used for student events and outreach.
The Cafeteria
The main dining facility located in the Cultural Arts Center offering grill items, pizza, and deli sandwiches.
TRiO
A federally funded program providing academic, financial, and personal support to eligible students.

Places and practicalities

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

15 details
Academic I
One of the primary classroom buildings on the main campus.
Academic II
A major classroom building connected to Academic I by a pedestrian bridge.
Brucker Hall
An administrative building on campus housing various college offices.
campus_cafe
Campus Cafe
Canvas
The online learning management system used by students to access course materials and submit assignments.
Cultural Arts Center
The campus hub for performing arts, also housing the main cafeteria.
Fieldhouse
The Eugene Levy Fieldhouse, a large multi-purpose sports and emergency shelter facility.
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Hawk's Nest
Late Start
Condensed course sessions (such as 14-week or 8-week terms) that begin after the traditional semester start date.
Parking Permit
A required decal for any student or employee vehicle parked on campus grounds.
Photo ID card
The mandatory identification card that all students must carry while on campus.
Student Union
The central location for student involvement, housing the Hawk's Nest and club offices.
Technology Center
A building housing STEM-related facilities and the Financial Aid office.
TOR
Transport of Rockland, the county bus system that provides transit to and from the campus.
TRIPS
A specialized paratransit bus service for Rockland County residents with disabilities.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Flex Start 1 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 approved campus terms and 15 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.
  • 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.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Anime Club

A club for students who enjoy watching and discussing Japanese animation (anime).

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Resources & spaces

Accessibility Services

Works to ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to all college programs and activities through reasonable accommodations.

Open to all

Career Readiness and Success

Offers a comprehensive approach to career development, helping students with career exploration, resume building, interview skills, and finding internships.

Open to all

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Counseling and Psychological Services

Provides free, confidential short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and wellness programming to currently enrolled students.

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Life in Suffern for Rockland Community College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

120

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

70

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Metro-North Railroad Port Jervis Line (Suffern Station), Short Line/Coach USA buses

Nearest Airports

Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

50°F

Avg Snowfall

30 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

West Parking Lot

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Located near the Technology Center and Academic I.

South Parking Lot

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Located on the southern side of the main campus.

Campus News

Latest updates from Rockland Community College

There's Still Time to Start College This Fall at Rockland Community College

RCC announced that registration remains open for the Fall 2026 semester, with advisors available for walk-in assistance for applications, financial aid, and course registration through September 10 for the full semester and October 26 for Flex 2 sessions.

Sep 4, 2026

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SUNY Rockland Professor Earns Prestigious Fulbright Award

Professor Patricia Szobonya received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program International Education Administrator Award for France for the 2026-27 academic year, recognizing her commitment to international education.

Aug 14, 2026

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Governor Hochul Appoints Ernst Valery to Rockland Community College Board of Trustees

Ernst Valery, a real estate developer and community advocate, was appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul to serve on the RCC Board of Trustees.

Jul 21, 2026

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Rockland Community College's Suffern Campus closed at 6:00 PM on August 12, 2026, for electrical maintenance and reopened on August 13.

Rockland Community College's Suffern Campus closed at 6:00 PM on August 12, 2026, for electrical maintenance and reopened on August 13.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Rockland Community College

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

September 11, 2026

Academic Quad, Main Campus - Suffern

A ceremony to honor the lives lost, recognize the courage of first responders, and reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

SUNY Reconnect – Virtual Office Hours

September 19, 2026

Virtual (Zoom)

One-on-one virtual sessions with the SUNY Reconnect Team to answer questions about eligibility, financial aid, and registration for adult learners.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Virtual Info Session

September 23, 2026

Virtual

An information session covering program requirements, tuition, and career opportunities for the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.

Nursing Information Session

September 30, 2026

Technology Center, Ellipse, 145 College Rd, Suffern, NY

A session providing details on the Nursing program, including admissions requirements and clinical components.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Rockland Community College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

McNelis Commons

Room types: suite-style rooms

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@rocklandcommunitycol.edu

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