Waubonsee Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Sugar Grove, IL. Operating on a semester system.

Sugar Grove, IL
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Student guide · Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session

The semester, explained for Waubonsee 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 First 8-Week Session
Campus terms
8
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 9, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

32 entries
  1. Summer 11-Week Session 2026
  2. Summer Session 2026
  3. Fall 2026 First 4-Week Session
  4. Fall 2026 First 8-Week SessionRelevant now
  5. Fall 2026 First 7-Week Weekend Session
  6. Fall 2026 Weekend 15-Week Session
  7. Fall 2026 Second 4-Week Session
  8. Fall 2026 12-Week Session
  9. Fall 2026 Third 4-Week Session
  10. Fall 2026 Second 8-Week Session
  11. Fall 2026 Second 7-Week Weekend Session
  12. Fall 2026 Fourth 4-Week Session
  13. Spring 2027 First 4-Week Session
  14. Spring 2027 First 8-Week Session
  15. Spring Semester 2027
  16. Spring 2027 First 7-Week Weekend Session
  17. Spring 2027 Second 4-Week Session
  18. Spring 2027 12-Week Session
  19. Spring 2027 Third 4-Week Session
  20. Spring 2027 Second 8-Week Session
  21. Spring 2027 Second 7-Week Weekend Session
  22. Spring 2027 Fourth 4-Week Session
  23. Summer 2027 3-Week Session
  24. Summer 2027 11-Week SessionSummer Session 2027
  25. Summer 2027 9-Week Weekend Session
  26. Summer 2027 First 4-Week Session
  27. Summer 2027 8-Week Session
  28. Summer 2027 Second 4-Week Session
  29. Fall Semester 2027
  30. Spring Semester 2028
  31. Summer Session 2028

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Campus language

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8 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student group responsible for planning campus events.
Cyber Cafe
The dining and coffee spot located at the Aurora Downtown Campus.

N

NSLS
National Society of Leadership and Success, a leadership-focused student organization.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

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

T

The Cafe
The main dining area located in the Student Center on the Sugar Grove Campus.
The Grove
Common student shorthand for the main Sugar Grove Campus.

W

WCC
The standard acronym used by students and staff for Waubonsee Community College.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
APC
Academic Professional Center, a multi-use facility on the Sugar Grove Campus.
Bodie
Bodie Hall, a primary academic building at Sugar Grove.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for online course materials and assignments.
Dickson
Dickson Center, the main administrative and student services hub at Sugar Grove.
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Endiro Coffee (Aurora Downtown Cafe)
Erickson
Erickson Hall, home to athletic facilities and the gymnasium.
Field House
The large athletic and recreational facility on the Sugar Grove Campus.
Henning
Henning Academic Computing Center, the primary lab and technology building.
myWCC
The central web portal where students access grades, registration, and financial aid.
paisano_s_pizza_and_grill_sugar_grove_cafe
Paisano's Pizza and Grill (Sugar Grove Cafe)
Sugar Grove
The college's main and largest campus location.
Von Ohlen
Von Ohlen Hall, an academic building housing various classrooms and labs.
Waubonsee Alert
The emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus closures or safety.
X-Number
The unique student identification number used for all official college business and logins.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 9, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 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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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
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Worth a look

Music Ensembles

Waubonsee offers students the opportunity to participate in various instrumental and vocal groups through class enrollment.

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Skyway Jazz Festival

A co-curricular event as part of the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference for student jazz musicians.

Open to all

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Student Senate

Serves as a channel of communication for students to discuss topics of interest with the administration. Members sit on many college committees to provide student perspectives and feedback.

Regular commitment

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 1 month ago

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Involvement Fair

An annual fair held at the beginning of the fall semester where students can learn about student organizations, clubs, and volunteer opportunities.

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Campus rituals

Big Pink Volleyball

A philanthropy volleyball tournament held in October to raise money for breast cancer awareness and research.

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Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Resources & spaces

Academic and Career Advising

Assigned advisors work one-on-one with students to create academic plans, select courses, explore careers, and plan for transfer to four-year schools.

Open to all

Tutoring Center

Provides free walk-in, online, and appointment-based tutoring to empower students to be independent learners. Also offers academic coaching for study skills, time management, and more.

Open to all

Source: waubonsee.edu · Verified 1 month ago

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Life in Sugar Grove for Waubonsee Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Sugar Grove.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,600

Cost of Living Index

110

Student Population

1,000

City Transportation

Walkability

20

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Regional bus services to Aurora, Metra BNSF Railway line via Aurora station

Nearest Airports

Aurora Municipal Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49°F

Avg Snowfall

32 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot W (Aurora Downtown)

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Free student lot located north of campus on the east side of River St.

Lot X (Aurora Downtown)

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Free student lot located south of Lot W on the east side of River St.

Lot A (Aurora Downtown)

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Free student lot located across from Lot X on the west side of River St.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@waubonseecommunityco.edu

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