PROVIDENCE COLLEGE 2016–2017
SEPTEMBER SUNDAY
MONDAY
AUGUST
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2016
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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5 LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
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Offices closed All classes suspended
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6 All classes resume Last day for online course schedule adjustments for undergraduates
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SATURDAY
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FRIDAY
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OCTOBER
Administrative adjustment period begins for undergraduates
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Last day for dropping courses without a “WD� grade Last day for election of audit option Last day for adding courses without charge Monsignor Timothy Verdon Public Lecture/Reception
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Late adjustment period begins for undergraduates Monsignor Timothy Verdon Master Class
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22 Humanities Forum
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30 St. Dominic Weekend
ANOTHER YEAR BEGINS September is a time for students to renew friendships, adjust to new courses, and become comfortable with new living environments. It is also a time for students to consider engaging in activities both in and outside of the classroom. Encourage your sons and daughters to talk with a professor, an academic advisor, and/or a career counselor to explore service learning, research, and internship opportunities.
2016
OCTOBER SUNDAY
MONDAY
SEPTEMBER
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
NOVEMBER
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St. Dominic Weekend – Parents Leadership Council Meeting
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4
ROSH HASHANAH
9 Las Casas Conference
10 All classes resume
Offices closed
MONDAY CLASS SCHEDULE TO BE FOLLOWED FOR ALL COURSES
All classes suspended
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7 Las Casas Conference
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8 Las Casas Conference
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YOM KIPPUR
SCE Term 1 final examinations
SCE Term 2 courses begin
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11
COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY
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5 Fall Career Expo & Major/ Minor Fair
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15 Admissions Open House Late Night Madness Mullaney Gym
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SCE Term 1 final examinations Mid-semester date for undergraduate courses Last day for submission of coursework to instructor for “I” and “NM” grades for Spring 2016 and Summer 2016
26 Last day for submission of mid-semester grades
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21 Liberal Arts Honors Conference - Veritas * Keynote Speaker: Doris Kearns Goodwin
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22 Liberal Arts Honors Conference - Veritas
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29
New Student Family Weekend
New Student Family Weekend * Keynote Speaker: Shiza Shahid, Malala Organization Co-Founder
New Student Family Weekend
A REAL BALANCING ACT It is hard to believe that mid-terms are already here. Time management skills will be put to the test. Encourage your sons and daughters to stay balanced. This includes a heathy diet, adequate sleep, and exercise. This might be a good time to guide your student to the many campus resources and support services that are available. The month will end with New Student Family Weekend, an exciting time for first-year students and their families.
2016
NOVEMBER SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS
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8 Last day for election of Pass/Fail option (options for freshmen begin with the second semester)
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14 Course registration for Class of 2018 and December 2018 graduates
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SATURDAY
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Course registration for Class of 2017 and December 2017 graduates
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18 Course registration for Class of 2020
Course registration for Class of 2019 and December 2019 graduates
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Registration begins for graduate and SCE courses
10 Inaugural Jane Lunin Perel Poetry Reading Joy Harjo St. Albert the Great Lecture * Keynote Speaker: Rev. Andrew Pinsent
15 Centennial Lecture Series Rev. James Martin S.J.
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50th Anniversary of Jewish Catholic Dialogue * Keynote Speaker: Cardinal Dolan
9 Centennial Scholars Event Waldorf Astoria, NYC
FRIDAY
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19 Proposed weather cancellation make-up day
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26
Thanksgiving Recess
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess
Offices closed
Thanksgiving Recess
Offices closed
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
Offices closed
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
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All classes resume
OCTOBER
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DECEMBER
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GIVING THANKS Thanksgiving break allows students to relax with family and friends and comes at the perfect time. When students head back to school they are facing deadlines for papers, projects, and other assignments. Enjoy the holiday and brace yourself for your student’s whirlwind of activities while home during the break.
DECEMBER SUNDAY
MONDAY
NOVEMBER
TUESDAY
2016
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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JANUARY
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SATURDAY
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Last day to withdraw from courses with “WD” grade, with permission of the Dean of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies
8 SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
9 Undergraduate classes for fall semester end after last class
3
Lessons & Carols St. Dominic Chapel 7 p.m.
10 SCE and Graduate classes for fall semester end after last class Reading Day for undergraduates
11 Reading Day for undergraduates
12 Fall semester examination period for DWC courses Fall semester examination for graduate and SCE courses
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Reading Day for undergraduates Fall semester examination period for graduate and SCE courses
Fall semester examination period for undergraduate, graduate and SCE courses
Fall semester examination period for undergraduate, graduate and SCE courses
SCE Term 2 courses end
SCE Term 2 final examinations
SCE Term 2 final examinations
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16 Fall semester examination period for undergraduates courses
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17 Fall semester examination period for undergraduate, graduate and SCE courses
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31
HANUKKAH BEGINS
800th Anniversary of Approbation of the Order of the Preachers
SCE Wintersession 3 begins
CHRISTMAS DAY
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CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY Offices closed
Last days to support the Parents Fund in 2016 – visit www.givetopc.org.
FINALS AND HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS The month of December can be filled with both anxiety and excitement as students prepare for finals and look forward to going home for the holidays. Helping students to plan ahead can help them to feel more in control. This is also a great time to send a care package from home. Notes of encouragement, snacks, and homemade baked goods are always appreciated.
JANUARY SUNDAY
TUESDAY
MONDAY
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2017
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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NEW YEAR’S DAY HOLIDAY
SATURDAY
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Offices closed SOLEMNITY OF MARY MOTHER OF GOD
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13 SCE Wintersession 2 ends
SCE Wintersession 2 begins
SCE Wintersession 3 ends
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All undergraduate, graduate, and SCE courses begin
Offices closed
SCE Term 3 courses begin
23 Last day for online course schedule adjustments for undergraduates
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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY
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14 Proposed weather cancellation make-up day for Wintersession courses
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28
Administrative adjustment period begins for undergraduates
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31
Last day for dropping courses without a “WD” grade
Late adjustment period begins for undergraduates
DECEMBER
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Last day for election of audit option Last day for adding courses without charge
FEBRUARY
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HERE WE GO AGAIN January signals the beginning of a new semester. A new course schedule and new professors require a readjustment on many levels, which can sometimes make it difficult for students to settle into a routine of campus life. Don’t hesitate to encourage your sons and daughters to connect with the Office of Academic Services to help get them back on track.
FEBRUARY SUNDAY
MONDAY
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TUESDAY
2017
WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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10 Alumni & Family Weekend
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11 Alumni & Family Weekend Parents Leadership Council Meeting
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100th Anniversary of the PC Charter
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20 PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY
All classes resume MONDAY CLASS SCHEDULE TO BE FOLLOWED FOR ALL COURSES
Offices closed All classes suspended
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28 100th Anniversary of Master of the Order
100th Anniversary of Papal Beneplacticum
JANUARY
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MARCH
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ALUMNI/FAMILY CONNECTIONS Alumni & Family Weekend 2017 is February 10 – 12. This is a perfect time for families of sophomores, juniors, and seniors, as well as alumni and friends, to come together to celebrate the energy of our vibrant campus community. The activities planned for the weekend range from a community Mass and brunch to educational programs and social and sporting events.
MARCH SUNDAY
MONDAY
FEBRUARY
TUESDAY
2017
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
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APRIL ASH WEDNESDAY
SATURDAY
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Spring Recess
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All classes suspended
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Spring Recess
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
Big East Tournament Week New York City, NY
Big East Tournament Week New York City, NY
Big East Tournament Week New York City, NY
Big East Tournament Week New York City, NY
Big East Tournament Week New York City, NY
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13
Spring Recess
All classes resume
All classes suspended
St. Joseph Lecture
14 SCE Term 3 courses end
Mid-semester date for undergraduate courses
15
Last day for submission of coursework to instructor for “I” and “NM” grades for Fall 2016 and Winter 2017
Registration begins for graduate and SCE courses
16 SCE Term 3 final examinations
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25
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
SCE Term 3 final examinations
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Last day for submission of mid-semester grades
SCE Term 4 courses begin
Spring Career Expo
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30 Centennial Exhibit: Sons of Providence: The Jewish History of Providence College, 1917-1965
31 Course registration for December 2017 graduates
TIME FOR A BREAK Spring break allows time for students to refresh, renew, and rejuvenate. Whether they’ve planned a getaway with friends, or plan to have some downtime at home, most students eagerly look forward to this time away from campus. When they return to PC, students will need to switch gears and refocus their time and energy, as end-of-semester deadlines draw near. Your support and encouragement can go a long way in helping your son or daughter to stay focused.
APRIL SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
2017
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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MAY
MARCH
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Course registration for Class of 2018 and December 2018 graduates
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Course registration for Class of 2019 and December 2019 graduates
Course registration for Class of 2020 and December 2020 graduates
Last day for election of Pass/ Fail option
Colin King/Raymond Hain Humanities Forum
8 Admission Family Day
Admission Night in Friartown
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12
PASSOVER BEGINS
16 EASTER SUNDAY
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Easter Recess
All classes resume
All classes suspended
Fr. Doyle Centennial Exhibition Event
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HOLY THURSDAY
GOOD FRIDAY
Easter Recess
Easter Recess
Easter Recess
All classes suspended
All classes suspended
All classes suspended Offices closed
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22 Proposed weather cancellation make-up day
MONDAY CLASS SCHEDULE TO BE FOLLOWED FOR ALL COURSES
Fall Sports Alumni Weekend Fusion 2017
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Fall Sports Alumni Weekend
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Last day to withdraw from courses with “WD” grade, with permission of the Dean of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies
Providence College School of Business Dedication/Grand Opening Ryan Center for Business Studies
SPRING IS IN THE AIR Spring is a beautiful time on our campus, and it is wonderful once again to see students engaged in so many outdoor activities. Help your sons and daughters to make good and wise choices by revisiting some of your own expectations with them. Be sure to include a discussion about the many services offered by the Office of Safety and Security, such as shuttle transportation and the student escort system.
MAY SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
2017
WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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Undergraduate classes for spring semester end after last class
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SCE and graduate classes for spring semester end after last class Reading Day for undergraduates
7 Reading Day for undergraduates
8 Spring semester examination period for DWC courses Spring semester examination for graduate and SCE courses
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9 Reading Day for undergraduates Spring semester examination period for graduate and SCE courses SCE Term 4 courses end
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Spring semester examination period for undergraduate, graduate and SCE courses
Spring semester examination period for undergraduate, graduate and SCE courses
SCE Term 4 final examinations
SCE Term 4 final examinations
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12 Spring semester examination period for undergraduate courses
13 Spring semester examination period for undergraduate, graduate and SCE courses
19 ROTC Commissioning
20 Academic Awards Ceremony Commencement Mass Centennial Pops Concert
21 Commencement 11 a.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center
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29 MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY Offices closed All classes suspended
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SCE and MBA Maymester ends
SCE and MBA Maymester begins
30 SCE, distance learning and graduate summer 1 courses begin
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APRIL
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JUNE
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GOODBYE AND SEE YOU NEXT YEAR Final exams, packing up and moving out, and leaving friends bring a roller coaster of emotions for students. Congratulations to the parents and families of our graduating seniors. It is a time to celebrate as your sons and daughters get ready for this next new chapter in their lives. As your students join our alumni ranks, please know that you too will always be a member of our Providence College family.