Calendar
At ABU, we believe a well-rounded college experience includes more than just the classroom. Our calendar reflects our commitment to vibrant student life, a strong academic schedule, and exciting athletic events. Whether it's a campus-wide event, key academic dates, or cheering on our teams, there's always something happening that brings our community together.
Upcoming events & Student Life
Academic Dates 2026 - 2027
Summer Semester, 2026
May 19 – Summer Canvas Courses Published
May 26 – Block E Online Courses Begin (8 weeks)
June 23– New Student Fall 2026 Orientation
July 03 – Campus Closed for Independence Day
July 17 – Block E Online Courses End
July 24 – Block E Grades Due
FALL Semester, 2026
June 23 – New Student Fall 2026 Orientation
August 06 - New Faculty Summer Institute
August 07-08 - Early Move-In for Fall Athletes (by prior arrangement)
August 10 - Fall Canvas Courses Published
August 11 - New Student Orientation (for those who did not attend 6/23)
August 12 - Faculty Institute
August 13 - Faculty Departmental Collaboration
August 13-14 - Returning Student Services
August 14-15 - Dorm Move-In
August 17 - Fall courses begin (16-week on campus, online, and Block A 8-week)
August 25 - Last day to Drop (100% tuition credit)
September 01 - Official day of record
September 07 - Campus closed for Labor Day
October 01-02 - Campus closed for Fall Break
October 08 - Block A Online Courses End
October 12 - Registration for Spring Begins
October 12 - Block B Online Courses Begin
November 23-27 - Campus closed for Thanksgiving
December 07-10 - Final Exams for On-Campus Courses
December 10 - Block B and 16-week Online Courses End
December 11 - January 12 - Student Winter Break
December 17 - Final Grades Due
SPRING Semester, 2027
January 02, 04 – Early Move-In for Spring Athletes (by prior arrangement)
January 05 - New Student Spring 2027 Orientation
January 06 - Spring Canvas Courses Published
January 06 - Faculty Departmental Collaboration
January 07 - Faculty Institute
January 08 - Returning Student Services
January 08-09 - Dorm Move-In
January 11 - Spring courses begin (16-week on campus, online, and Block C 8-week)
January 18 - Campus closed for MLK Day
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SUB-sessed (Finals Edition)
Join us at the SUB and grab some snacks to prep for finals week!
SUB-sessed (Holiday Edition)
Join us in the SUB for holiday themed games, snacks, and drinks!
Women's Volleyball Regionals
Join us in wearing spirit gear all week as Women’s Volleyball hosts Regionals!
Men's & Women's Soccer Game (Sour Candy)
Join us in supporting our Men’s & Women’s Soccer Teams with some sour candy!
Women's Volleyball Game (Sour Candy)
Join us in supporting our Women’s Volleyball Team with some sour candy!
SUB-session (Cookout & Games)
Join us in the SUB for a cookout with games and giftcards!
Women's Volleyball Game (Brownies)
Join us in supporting our Women’s Volleyball Team with some brownies!
Men's & Women's Soccer Game (Hotdogs)
Join us in supporting our Men’s & Women’s Soccer Teams with some hotdogs!
Women's Volleyball Game (Popcorn)
Join us in supporting our Women’s Volleyball Team and some popcorn!
Women's Volleyball Game (Honeybuns & Chips)
Join us in supporting our Women’s Volleyball Team while we eat honeybuns and chips!
Women's Volleyball Game (Pickle Night)
Join us in supporting our Women’s Volleyball Team for Pickle Night!