Everything you didn’t know you needed to know (but totally do) before day one.
WELCOME >> 3 SAY WHAT? >> 4 GETTING HERE >> 6 WHAT TO PACK >> 8 YOUR KEY TO KNIGHT LIFE >> 9 SO MUCH TO DO >> 10
EXPLORE BURLINGTON >> 14
QUINTESSENTIAL EVENTS >> 16 WHAT TO EAT ON CAMPUS >> 18 WHAT TO EAT OFF CAMPUS >> 19
PUBLIC SAFETY >> 20
ACADEMIC CALENDAR >> 21
ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES >> 22
CAMPUS MAP >> 24
WELCOME
Purple Knights
THIS IS YOUR FIELD GUIDE TO ALL THINGS SMC
You’re officially a Purple Knight — congrats! Now what? This guide is here to help you hit the ground running (or at least not wander into Alliot at 7:59 a.m. looking lost and hungry).
Inside, you’ll find the real scoop on life at Saint Michael’s College: what to pack, where to eat, what to do, and yes, how to decode campus lingo so phrases like “FY Sem,” “the Cupola,” and “300s” actually make sense.
From Orientation Day to your final stroll across campus, you’ll learn something new about this place every day. But don’t worry — this guide gives you a serious head start.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
OK, time to do a little homework before the real homework begins. These steps will make your first days on campus way smoother, and future you will be very grateful.
Check your SMC email
This is how St. Mike’s will send you all the good stuff: housing updates, orientation info, reminders, and the occasional friendly nudge. Head to mail.smcvt.edu, log in, and get in the habit of checking it regularly. Trouble logging in? Call the IT Service Desk at 802.654.2020: They’re real people and genuinely helpful.
Log into Canvas
Canvas is where your professors will post assignments, syllabi, and updates, sometimes even before classes officially start. So don’t wait! Log in, poke around your courses, and see what’s already posted. You’ll thank yourself later (probably around midterms).
Stay connected socially
Say what?
FROM DORM NICKNAMES TO CAMPUS TRADITIONS, HERE’S HOW TO TALK LIKE A PURPLE KNIGHT
ALLIOT: Pronounced Al-ee-o (but no judgment if you get it wrong the first time). It’s short for the Alliot Student Center — home to everything from the Green Mountain Dining Hall to the campus store, and the best people-watching in Vermont.
BE WELL ZEN ZONE: A space for students to access needed resources and a place to just relax, do a puzzle, or play a game.
CUPOLA: Once perched atop Founders Hall, this iconic structure now lives its best life on the Durick Library lawn. It’s part outdoor classroom, part hangout spot, and 100% Instagrammable when the weather’s nice.
DT OR DOWNTOWN: Short for “Downtown Burlington,” or more specifically, Church Street, the pedestrian-only hub of shopping, eats, live music, and good vibes. Whether it’s a sunny afternoon or a Saturday night, someone is always asking, “Wanna go DT?”
FRIDAY KNIGHT DRY: It’s one Friday night each semester where everything fun shows up at once: bingo, free food, prizes, and chaotic energy. And yes, the name is a pun. We’re very proud of it.
GILBROOK: Just steps from campus, this 0.9-mile wooded loop is your quick escape into nature. Great for walks, runs, birdwatching, or clearing your head between classes. Bonus: It’s usually pretty quiet.
JIB FEST: Part stunt show, part yard sale, part snow-covered chaos. ShredSMC’s annual winter tradition invites students to ski or snowboard down makeshift rails, cheered on by friends bundled in layers and fueled by pure hype.
LATE NIGHT GRILLING: When it’s cold, dark, or raining sideways, that’s when the real heroes emerge: your RAs and RDs, flipping burgers and handing out chicken patties like it’s their calling. It’s only held a few weekends each semester, so don’t miss it.
MACLAB: Classrooms stocked with Apple desktops and all the Adobe software you’ll ever need. Ideal for design work, editing projects, or just pretending you’re a professional graphic designer.
MCCARTHY: Short for the McCarthy Arts Center, the place for student plays, art shows, musical recitals, visiting speakers, and the kind of bright lights that make students (and their talents) shine.
NE10: Short for Northeast 10 Conference — the league where our 21 NCAA Division II varsity teams bring the Purple Knight pride. Roll Purp!
MOVE: Acronym for Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts, but around here, it just means doing good together. MOVE connects students with service opportunities both locally and across the country, from apple picking with migrant workers to spring break trips focused on justice and community. If you’re looking to make a difference (and some lifelong friends), this is where to start.
O-LEADER: Your o-leader (orientation leader) is your go-to guide for all things St. Mike’s during your first weekend on campus. They are here to help you move and get settled in at St. Mike’s.
P-DAY: Short for “Preparation Day,” but no one really calls it that. It’s our biggest celebration of the year — food trucks, bouncy houses, music, games, sunshine, and one last hurrah before finals hit.
PUB-SAFE: Short for Public Safety. PubSafe personnel keep our campus secure, answer your late-night lockout calls, and generally look out for everyone. You’ll find their HQ inside the fire station across the street — so yes, we’re extra safe.
ROSS-TARRANT: The heart of campus fitness. Ross = varsity weight room, pool, training rooms, and gym space. Tarrant = indoor track, rec courts, and the student gym where you’ll tell yourself, “Just 10 more minutes” (and mean it ... sometimes).
SGA: That’s short for Student Government Association — the group that keeps clubs running, plans events, and makes student life better. They meet weekly, and yes, they actually want to hear your ideas.
SLOANE: A hidden gem up on North Campus (about a mile from the main action), Sloane is where art happens — literally. Painting, sculpting, ceramics, digital design — it’s all going down in this creative oasis.
ST. ED’S: Shorthand for Saint Edmund’s Hall, one of the three main academic buildings. Home to lectures, labs, and the occasional deep existential thought.
STAMP: The real mascot of the mailroom — and yes, she’s a dog. Stamp is a very good girl who belongs to one of our beloved mailroom staffers, and when she’s around, she’s usually accepting pets, posing for photos, or boosting morale one tail wag at a time.
Nope, it’s not a bar, it’s our very own Einstein Bros. Bagels, located on the first floor of Dion. By day: coffee and bagels. By night: “The Grill.” But no matter the hour, students just call it Steins.
THE 3S OR 300S: A townhouse cluster located just behind Alumni Hall, forming its own little neighborhood around the big field. Prime real estate for lawn games, grilling, and impromptu group hangs.
THE ARMPIT:
A lovingly nicknamed patch of grass and sidewalk tucked between townhouses in the 300s. Despite the name, it’s prime real estate for outdoor hangouts, Jib Fest, and bumping into everyone you know.
THE DEFENDER: St. Mike’s student-run newspaper, covering everything from serious campus news to hot takes on chicken tenders. Basically, it’s where the student voice lives.
THE DUFF OR DUFFY: Short for Christopher M. Duffy Field, this is home turf for lacrosse, soccer, and field hockey. Nestled behind the tennis courts, it’s where Purple Knight pride runs wild.
THE FARM: Yes, we have one — a 1.7-acre, student-and-faculty-run farm across the street from campus. It supplies fresh produce to the dining hall, THRIVE, and sometimes you. Bonus: It’s beautiful.
THRIVE: SMC’s on-campus food pantry — stocked with grocery staples, toiletries, and fresh produce from The Farm. Open to all students, faculty, and staff each Thursday and Friday. No questions asked, just community care.
THE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY:
A nickname for the 400s townhouses, the quietest corner of campus (until someone brings out a Bluetooth speaker). Gated, peaceful, and a favorite for upperclassmen who like their space.
THE VIEW: The showstopper. As you pass Hoehl and look across Route 15, Mt. Mansfield and Camel’s Hump come into perfect frame. Pro tip: This is the place for deep talks, solo walks, and occasionally watching the sun rise.
WWPV: Ever wanted to be the host of your very own talk show or radio show?
WWPV: The Mike is SMC’s broadcast radio station giving our students the chance to do just that.
Getting HERE
Once you arrive at campus, our amazing orientation leaders are ready and excited to show you the purple knight way and get you settled into your new home.
AUGUST 21st
MARK YOUR CALENDARS— ARRIVAL DAY 2025
Orientation weekend kicks off with Move-In Day on August 21. New students will arrive during their designated move-in time unless you have arrived for preseason as a fall athlete, in which case you will receive instructions for an earlier move-in date.
TRAVELING TO CAMPUS
Planes, trains and automobiles! Many students will arrive by car. If that’s your plan, follow these driving instructions:
GPS ADDRESS FOR SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE: ONE WINOOSKI PARK, COLCHESTER, VT
Saint Michael’s campus is just a minute or two off of Exit 15 on Interstate 89 North and five minutes off of Exit 16 on Interstate 89 South. Continue on VT-15 and look for the jug handle turn on your right to get to the Dion Family Student Center.
NOT DRIVING
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport is less than 10 minutes away. The Greyhound Bus station is at the airport, the MegaBus station is in Burlington, and the Amtrak station is in Essex Junction, about a five-minute drive from campus. There is also an Amtrak station in Burlington, just 10 minutes from campus, that offers direct trips to and from New York City. Taxi service is available throughout the area.
GATHER YOUR GEAR — IT’S MOVE-IN TIME!
From shower shoes to rain boots, this list helps you pack smart, not like you’re moving across the country forever. Essentials? Yep.
Extras? Sure. That full-size beanbag chair? Maybe not.
THE ESSENTIALS
Shower caddy and shoes
Towels and washcloths
Bed linens, pillow(s), blanket
Winter coat, hat, gloves
Laundry bag/basket
Pens/pencils
Window fan
Over-the-counter cold and fever-reducing medication
First aid supplies
Chargers
Hangers
Wall decorations
Extension cord
Small refrigerator
Low-voltage microwave
Power strip with on/off switch
Reusable water bottle
Wireless laptop or tablet
HELPFUL EXTRAS
Mattress pad
Desk/floor lamp
Light bulbs (LED or CFL)
Outfit for formal occasions (dress, suit, or equivalent)
Rain boots, snow boots
Travel mug
Storage containers
Dry-erase board
Rug
Passport
LEAVE IT AT HOME
Candles / halogen lights / lava lamps / cinder blocks / glass bottles / air conditioners / incense / exterior holiday lights / hot tubs / kerosene or electric space heaters
YOUR KEY TO
Knight Life
THE KNIGHT CARD
It’s basically your all-access pass to campus life. It’s your student ID, meal card, building key, printing account, and bus pass, so don’t leave your room without it.
You’ll use your Knight Card to:
> Swipe into residence halls, the gym, classrooms, and labs
> Eat at Alliot with your meal plan
> Check out books at the library
> Print assignments across campus
> Grab purple merch and snacks at the Campus Store
> Ride the Green Mountain Transit bus for free
You can preload money and use it like a campus debit account at spots like Einstein’s (aka Steins), the Grill, Café Cheray, and even some offcampus favorites.
Adding funds
Add money online at webcard.smcvt.edu using a card or e-check (note: it takes about two business days). Want it faster? Drop cash into the machine at the library — funds hit your account instantly. You can also send a check to the College (Box 154).
PRINTING FUNDS
Every student gets $40 in printing credit per year. Pro tip: Don’t waste it printing your syllabi: They live on Canvas. Save those pages for real assignments and papers.
NEED CASH?
ATMs are located just outside the campus store (Alliot) and on the first floor of Dion.
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So much to do
(AND ONLY FOUR YEARS TO DO IT)
Looking to make your mark and find your passion? It is so easy to get involved at SMC. With over 40 clubs and student organizations, 19 MOVE programs, multiple Adventure Sports trips per semester, club and intramural sports, and more there is always something to do on campus.
culture , clubs, and e x p erience, oh my!
INSTITUTES
Saint Michael’s College is home to three dynamic institutes—in Environment, Equity & Justice, and Global Engagement—that give students hands-on opportunities to explore real-world challenges and make a difference. Whether you’re researching sustainability, promoting social change, or studying global cultures, these institutes connect classroom learning with meaningful action. It’s an exciting way to deepen your studies, build your résumé, and be part of something bigger.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)
The SGA is a student-run organization that seeks to support the numerous clubs on campus. To learn more about the SGA or the 40+ clubs and student organizations on our campus, visit smcvtsga.com.
The SGA is home to all sorts of clubs, from Random Acts of Kindness to Green Up and even Movie Club. Don’t see something you are interested in? Create a club of your own!
THE ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER
The Adventure Center at Saint Michael’s College is the coolest (and often, the coldest) way to challenge yourself and explore the natural wonders of our northern New England location. Hike. Rock climb. Ice climb. Kayak. Ski. You’ll develop skills, practice environmental stewardship and have a blast. You might even find yourself training to lead programs. It’s intense and amazing. The best part is that Adventure Sports has all the gear needed to make your trip fun and safe!
CAMPUS MINISTRY
Campus Ministry at Saint Michael’s is open to students of all faiths — or no faith at all — and offers a welcoming space to explore big questions, build community, and serve others. Whether through retreats, service trips, small group discussions, or liturgies, Campus Ministry helps students connect meaningfully with their values, their peers, and the world around them.
MOVE (Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts)
A great way to get involved on campus and give back to the local community. MOVE offers a variety of programs for students with a range of interests and commitment levels. The best way to get involved is to check out the bulletin board or stop in at the MOVE office on the first floor of Alliot.
FIRE AND RESCUE
It isn’t just a campus service — it’s a fully student-run, lifesaving operation. Students interested in becoming EMTs, firefighters or other first responders train hard, respond fast, and make a real impact in the local community. It’s one of the only programs like it in the country, and yes, you can literally save lives before your 9 a.m. class. If you’re ready to step up, suit up, and serve, this might be the most meaningful thing you do in college.
STUDY ABROAD
Ever dreamed of doing your homework in a Paris café, learning Spanish in the streets of Buenos Aires, or hiking volcanoes after class in New Zealand? With St. Mike’s Study Abroad program, you can explore the world while earning credit, and come back with stories that are way better than “that one time in Alliot.”
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND CLUBS
Saint Michael’s College has a wide variety of student-run clubs, from arts and music to service, culture, academics, and everything in between. Whether you’re interested in student government, drama, gaming, or photography, there’s a place to dive in and connect with others who share your passions. And the best part? If you don’t see a club that fits your interests, you can start your own. All it takes is a great idea and a few friends to get it going.
CLUB SPORTS
Club sports at Saint Michael’s offer a competitive and spirited outlet for students who want to stay active and be part of a team. Popular options include men’s and women’s rugby and Ultimate Frisbee, all of which bring students together through travel, tournaments, and team camaraderie. Whether you’re continuing a sport you love or trying something new, club teams are a great way to stay involved and build lasting friendships.
INTRAMURAL AND FITNESS
For something more casual, our intramural leagues and group fitness classes are the perfect fit. Join a pickup basketball game or try a yoga class, there’s something for every interest and ability level. It’s all about staying active, having fun, and connecting with your fellow Purple Knights.
Don’t miss out!
HIT UP BURLINGTON— YOU’RE BASICALLY ALREADY THERE
Located less than a 10 minute drive from campus, Burlington offers something for everyone. Whether you are visiting during the cold winter months, leaf-peeping fall or the sunny spring and summer, Burlington provides so much to see and do. From outdoor activities to food and arts, this city has it all.
EXPLORE CHURCH STREET MARKETPLACE
Four pedestrian-only blocks packed with local shops, cafés, restaurants, and street performers. Great for people-watching, grabbing a bite, or doing some retail therapy.
WATERFRONT PARK AND LAKE CHAMPLAIN
Catch sunsets that never get old, rent a paddleboard or bike, or just stroll the Burlington Bike Path. The lake is a go-to for a chill day.
Meet Champ, our legendary lake monster said to inhabit Lake Champlain.
ARTS AND MUSIC
Live music is everywhere. Check out the music scene at Higher Ground, catch a show at the Flynn Theatre, or swing by ArtsRiot for food and tunes. Into galleries? Head to the BCA Center downtown for a dose of local art and inspiration.
OUTDOORSY? YOU’RE IN LUCK.
Go hiking at Mt. Philo or Camel’s Hump, ski or snowboard in the winter, or just take a bus to a nearby trail. The outdoors is part of the culture here.
THRIFTING AND VINTAGE FINDS
Pop into Battery Street Jeans, Old Gold, or Downtown Threads for vintage finds and quirky clothes.
SEASONAL FUN
Vermont provides the best activities for each season. Enjoy apple picking, corn mazes, and foliage in the fall. Explore the many local ski mountains, go ice skating or sip hot cocoa in the winter, and try your first maple creemee and hang out by the lake during the summer.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Whether you’re vibing at the Welcome Back Bash, showcasing your brilliance at a symposium, or going full-send at P-Day, these events are proof that St. Mike’s knows how to work hard and play hard.
ORIENTATION WEEKEND
After the first-year move-in, get ready for a fun-filled weekend of Orientation activities. You will get together with your new floormates, gather for a barbeque, meet your advisers, and join the rest of the class for evenings filled with fun and games. Orientation weekend is the best time to meet your brand-new classmates and make new friends.
WELCOME BACK BASH
ALUMNI AND FAMILY WEEKEND
A few weeks into the fall semester, we like to invite all former Purple Knights and the families of our current Purple Knights to SMC to explore all campus has to offer. This weekend is full of events on and off campus, from the Welcome Back Bash to Alumni Socials in Burlington.
A celebration welcoming Purple Knights back to campus for some fun on the Library Lawn, including things like a club fair, live music, food trucks, henna, balloon art, mini golf, bubble soccer, lawn games, and more.
NEW STUDENT CONVOCATION
Our official kickoff to your college journey — a high-energy welcome where faculty rock their robes and we celebrate the start of something big (aka your next four years). It’s like the academic version of opening day, but with more speeches and less tailgating.
FRIDAY KNIGHT DRY
Friday Knight Dry is a collaborative program jointly sponsored by Residence Life, Student Activities, and the SGA. This amazing event is put on once a semester. It’s an evening of games, contests, activities and entertainment that occurs in the residence halls and across campus. Students earn raffle tickets for prizes including gift cards to local restaurants, SMC merch, iPads, Squishmallows, JBL speakers and more.
ALLIOT THANKSGIVING
Though not an official holiday, Alliot Thanksgiving is an annual feast you do not want to miss. A few days before Thanksgiving break commences, the Sodexo staff of the Green Mountain Dining hall prepares a dinner of everyone’s Thanksgiving favorites, from turkey all the way to pumpkin pie, providing a home away from home. Alliot Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to not only stuff your face with delicious food but also enjoy the company of all your classmates.
JIB FEST
A unique SMC annual gathering of students in the 300s field each winter to watch their classmates strap on their skis and snowboards and try their hand at various jumps and tricks. The jubilee is put on by ShredSMC, our designated ski and snowboard club, and students are encouraged to bundle up and cheer on their daredevil classmates. The event is complete with prizes for the winners and even food trucks.
P-DAY
P-Day is an annual festival intended to congratulate students on an incredible school year and is filled with lots of spirit, festivities, and community engagement. On P-Day, the 300s field is packed with inflatable bounce houses, food trucks galore, a mechanical bull and hundreds of students celebrating the end of another school year.
ACADEMIC SYMPOSIUM
The highlight of the academic year, the Academic Symposium features work from over 300 students displaying their final projects, semester-long research and Study Abroad experiences for other students, faculty, staff and community members. This is the perfect opportunity for students to show off their academic success.
Where to eat
GREEN MOUNTAIN DINING HALL
The Green Mountain Dining Hall, located on the first floor of the Alliot Student Center, is the one and only dining hall on SMC’s campus. There are three meal periods Monday through Saturday (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and two on Sunday (brunch and dinner). Provided by Sodexo, the dining services offer fresh foods and healthy meal choices to our students, faculty, and staff.
CAFÉ CHERAY
Located just outside the Cheray Science Hall, Café Cheray is the perfect place for students to get a boost of caffeine or a grab-and-go snack in between classes. At Café Cheray, you can find fresh coffee and two vending machines stocked with energy drinks, handheld snacks, and even salads and wraps. Café Cheray is the place for the perfect quick lunch.
EINSTEIN BROS. BAGELS
SMC’s very own Einstein Bros. Bagels is located on the first floor of the Dion Student and Family Center, serving up fresh bagels, breakfast sandwiches, curated coffee drinks and more to all students, faculty, staff and visitors. Einstein is open from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every weekday for all breakfast and lunch needs. The best part is that students can use their Knight Card debit balance to make purchases.
THE GRILL
In the mood for a late-night study snack? Once 7 p.m. hits, The Grill officially reopens, providing students with all of the greasy food they need to get through the night. Students can purchase bacon cheeseburgers or a fan favorite, mozzarella triangles, using their Knight Card debit balance, just as they can at Einstein.
MEAL PLAN 101
Participation in the SMC full unlimited meal plan is required for all first-year students. All students without a full kitchen in their living space will also be enrolled in the unlimited swipe meal plan (it is common for students to be on the unlimited plan during their first two years at SMC).
You’ll need your Knight Card to swipe into the dining hall during any meal.
Unlimited access to the dining hall means that if you need to leave for any reason, you can swipe back in during that same meal period.
Students with the unlimited dining plan also get four free guest meals per semester.
Once students move into a living space with a full kitchen, they will drop down to the 40-meal swipe plan each semester, with the ability to upgrade to the unlimited plan.
Students at SMC are extremely fortunate to benefit from the amazing food scene surrounding campus in the Greater Burlington area. Whether it’s Burlington, Winooski, Essex or beyond, there are plenty of places to get a delicious bite to eat just minutes away from campus. Dig in and explore the dining options below.
HONEY ROAD
This Church Street favorite serves up so-good eastern Mediterranean small plates. How good? It’s been a 2018 and 2019 James Beard Award Semifinalist.
THE SPOT ON THE DOCK
This lakeside lounge is only open seasonally. Grab a drink, fish tacos, and a spot on the patio couches to soak in all the good vibes and Vermont sunshine.
LEUNIG’S BISTRO AND CAFE
A Church Street staple, this Parisian-style restaurant features some of the best food and drink in the city. Summer is the perfect time to dine alfresco here.
THE SKINNY PANCAKE
Sweet or savory? Skinny Pancake has perfected the crepe, made with a love for local ingredients and served right near the Burlington waterfront.
SNEAKERS BISTRO
A Sneakers weekend brunch or breakfast is a rite of passage for Purple Knights. The best part other than serving breakfast all day? It’s just a quick 10-minute walk from campus.
AUGUST FIRST BAKERY
This locally owned bakery and café features a welcoming environment that specializes in healthy, natural food.
TINY THAI RESTAURANT
Minutes from campus, you’ll find the best spring rolls and pad thai around. Bringing younger siblings along? They have a kids menu too.
OUR HOUSE BISTRO
This close-to-campus restaurant adds a creative twist to classic comfort food, offering over 20 flavors of mac and cheese.
JUNIORS WINOOSKI
Just a quick drive from campus, this longtime Winooski restaurant offers a menu of pasta, pizza and Italian American classics.
STAYING SAFE
Creating and maintaining a safe environment for you, your fellow students, and our faculty and staff is our highest priority.
Officers are on duty 24 hours a day year-round and can be reached at any time by calling the switchboard at 802.654.2000. In addition, our switchboard and dispatch services staff are available 24 hours a day year-round to assist with all campus phone requests and walk-in services. Public Safety’s administrative offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
RAVE MOBILE SAFETY ALERT SYSTEM
Members of the Saint Michael’s College campus community will be autoenrolled into the RAVE notification service and will receive appropriate immediate notification alerts through a number of means, including text messaging and emails. Alerts will include status updates, instructions and where to obtain additional information in the event of any campus emergency or incident that requires proper notification.
LIFESAFE MOBILE APP
SMC also uses the LiveSafe Mobile app, which is a free personal safety application that provides students, faculty and staff with a two-way direct connection to the Saint Michael’s College Department of Public Safety. Information submitted is monitored 24 hours a day by Public Safety personnel, who will respond to all reports, ask questions and provide updates to the user as necessary.
How to sign up
You can download the app through the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android.
Select “Saint Michael’s College” as your school/agency. Fill in your user profile. You’re all set, ready to report any safety needs.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
FALL SEMESTER 2025
August 14 Fall 2025 Tuition Due
August 25 Classes Begin
September 2 Drop/Add Deadline
September 19–21 Alumni & Family Weekend
October 9–10 No Classes
October 23 Alumni & Student Networking Reception
November 21 Residence Halls Close at 6 p.m.
November 24–28 Thanksgiving Break
November 29 Residence Halls Open at 10 a.m.
December 5 Last Day of Classes
December 8–12 Final Exams
December 12 Residence Halls Close at 6 p.m.
SPRING SEMESTER 2026
January 11 Spring 2026 Tuition Due
January 11 Residence Halls Open at 10 a.m.
January 12 Classes Begin
January 20 Drop/Add Deadline
February 12–13 No Classes
March 6 or 9 Spring Career Connections
March 13 Residence Halls Close at 6 p.m.
March 16–20 Spring Vacation
March 21 Residence Halls Open at 10 a.m.
April 3–6 Easter Break
April 29 Last Day of Classes
May 1–2, 4–6 Final Exams
May 6 Underclassman Residence Halls Close at 6 p.m.
May 10 Commencement
ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS: 802.654.2216
OFFICE OF ACCESSIBILITY: 802.654.2467
OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS: 802.654.3000
ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER: 802.654.2614
ALUMNI AND PARENT ENGAGEMENT: 800.448.7111
BERGERON WELLNESS CENTER: 802.654.2234
CAMPUS MINISTRY: 802.654.2333
CAMPUS STORE: 802.654.2517
INSTITUTE FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT: 802.654.2680
CENTER FOR STUDENT DIVERSITY, EMPOWERMENT AND COMMUNITY (DEC): 802.654.2663
INSTITUTE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT: 802.654.2730
DINING SERVICES: 802.654.2201
FACILITY SERVICES: 802.654.2330
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS: 802.654.3243
FIRE AND RESCUE (NONEMERGENCY): 802.654.2526
GRANTS AND SPONSORED PROGRAMS: 802.654.2351
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (HELP DESK): 802.654.2020
INSTITUTE FOR EQUITY AND JUSTICE: 802.654.2316
KNIGHT CARD SERVICES: 802.654.2020
LIBRARY: 802.654.2400
MAILROOM: 802.654.2430
OFFICE OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS: 802.654.2556
MOVE: 802.654.2674
OFFICE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS: 802.654.3104
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE: 802.654.2211
PRINTING SERVICES: 802.654.2522
PUBLIC SAFETY: 802.654.2374
REGISTRAR’S OFFICE: 802.654.2571
RESIDENCE LIFE: 802.654.2566
STUDENT ACTIVITIES: 802.654.2568
STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES: 802.654.3243
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER: 802.654.2900
STUDY ABROAD: 802.654.2222
SWITCHBOARD: 802.654.3333
You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!
– DR. SEUSS
Lake Champlain
300s Townhouses and 300s Field
Ross Sports Center and Tarrant Recreation Center
Durick Library
The Cupola
McCarthy Arts Center
Fire and Rescue Station
The Farm
Academic Buildings: Saint Edmund’s, Cheray, and Jeanmarie Hall
Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel
Printing and Mailing Services?
Alliot Student Center and Dining Hall
Dion Family Student Center, Einstein Bros. Bagels, and WWPV The Mike Radio Station
Residence Halls: Lyons, Alumni, and Aubin
Tennis Courts
Bergeron Wellness Center
Duffy Turf Field and Doc Jacobs Field Complex
200s and 400s Townhouses
Suites: Cronogue, Canterbury, Pontigny, and Cashman