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2022-2023 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
| Spring 2023 Semester | |||||||
| January | 9 | Monday | Registration and drop/add begins for all sessions; 8 wk I MW classes begin | ||||
| 10 | Tuesday | 16 wk classes begin; 8 wk I TR classes begin | |||||
| 13 | Friday | Drop/add ends for all sessions except 8 wk II | |||||
| 16 | Monday | Martin Luther King Day - No classes | |||||
| February | 8 | Wednesday | Last day to offcially withdraw from an 8 wk I class with a "W" | ||||
| 28 | Tuesday | 8 wk I TR classes end | |||||
| March | 1 | Wednesday | 8 wk I MW classes end | ||||
| 2 | Thursday | Final Exam: 8 wk I TR 6:00 classes | |||||
| 6 | Monday | Final Exam: 8 wk I MW 6:00 classes | |||||
| 7 | Tuesday | Final Exam: 8 wk I TR 8:15 classes note: exam begins at 6:00 p.m. | |||||
| 8 | Wednesday | Final Exam: 8 wk I MW 8:15 classes note: exam begins at 6:00 p.m. | |||||
| 9 | Thursday | 8 wk II TR Classes begin | |||||
| 11-19 | Saturday - Sunday | Mid-semester break - No traditional classes (8 wk Classes will be held) | |||||
| 13 | Monday | 8 wk II MW Classes begin | |||||
| 16 | Thursday | Last day to drop/add 8 wk Session II classes; midterm grades due 16 wk sessions; final grades due for 8 wk I all by noon | |||||
| 21 | Tuesday | St. Benedict's Day - College Closed | |||||
| 29 | Wednesday | Fall pre-registration: currently enrolled seniors and juniors | |||||
| 30 | Thursday | Fall pre-registration: currently enrolled sophomores | |||||
| 31 | Friday | Fall pre-registration: currently enrolled freshmen | |||||
| April | 3 | Monday | Last day to withdraw officially from 16 wk or 8 wk II classes with a "W" | ||||
| 6-10 | Thursday-Monday | Easter Holidays Begin - No classes | |||||
| May | 1 | Monday | Last day of 16 week classes; Last day for 8 wk II MW classes | ||||
| 2 | Tuesday | Reading day 16 wk classes; Last day for 8 wk II TR classes | |||||
| 3 | Wednesday | Final exams - 16 wk classes; Final exam: 8 wk II MW 6:00 classes | |||||
| 4 | Thursday | Final exams - 16 wk classes; Final Exam: 8 wk II TR 6:00 classes | |||||
| 5 | Friday | Final exams - 16 wk classes | |||||
| 8 | Monday | Final exams - 16 wk classes; 8 wk II MW 8:15 classes note: exam begins at 6:00 p.m. | |||||
| 9 | Tuesday | Final exam - 16 wk classes; 8 wk II TR 8:15 classes note: exam begins at 6:00 p.m. | |||||
| 10 | Wednesday | Senior grades due in the Registrar's Office by 12:00 noon | |||||
| 13 | Saturday | Baccalaureate Mass (9:00 am) and Commencement (11:00 am) | |||||
| 14 | Sunday | Residence Halls Close for Graduating Seniors | |||||
| 15 | Monday | All final grades due in the Registrar's Office by 12:00 noon | |||||
| Summer 2023 Session I | |||
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| May | 30 | Tuesday | Summer school Session I begins – Monday – Friday day classes |
| June | 2 | Friday | Drop/Add ends for Session I classes |
| 12 | Monday | Last day to officially withdraw from Session I classes with “W” | |
| 30 | Friday | Session I final exams – normal class times | |
| July | 3 | Monday | Session I grades due by 12 noon – submit via Self Service |
| Summer 2023 Session II | |||
| May | 30 | Tuesday | Summer school Session II Tuesday/Thursday evening classes begin |
| 31 | Wednesday | Summer school Session II Monday/Wednesday evening classes begin | |
| June | 6 | Tuesday | Drop/Add ends for session II at 5:00pm |
| 15 | Thursday | Last day to officially withdraw from Session II class with “W” | |
| July | 18 | Tuesday | Last day of Session II Tue/Thu 8 week evening classes |
| 19 | Wednesday | Last day of Session II Mon/Wed 8 week evening classes | |
| 20 | Thursday | Session II Tue/Thu 6:00pm class exam – exam begins at 6:00pm | |
| 24 | Monday | Session II Mon/Wed 6:00pm class exam – exam begins at 6:00pm | |
| 25 | Tuesday | Session II Tue/Thu 8:15pm class exam – exam begins at 6:00pm | |
| 26 | Wednesday | Session II Mon/Wed 8:15pm class exam – exam begins at 6:00pm | |
| 31 | Monday | Session II final grades due by 12 noon – submit via Self-Service | |
| Summer 2023 Session III | |||
| July | 3 | Monday | Summer school session III begins – Monday - Friday day classes |
| 4 | Tuesday | NO CLASSES - College Closed for Fourth of July | |
| 10 | Monday | Drop/Add ends for Session III classes | |
| 17 | Monday | Last day to officially withdraw from Session III classes with “W” | |
| August | 4 | Friday | Session III final exams – normal class times |
| 7 | Monday | Session III final grades due by 12 noon – submit via Self Service | |
| Summer 2023 Session IV (MHA Program ONLY) | |||
| May | 30 | Tuesday | Summer school Session IV begins (MHA ONLY) Margot Rhoades: |
| August | 4 | Friday | Last day of Session IV classes |
| 7 | Monday | Session IV final grades due by 12 noon-submit via Self-Service | |
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Education Department Open House
Education Department Open House
Your future, surrounded by people in an environment that exemplifies a passion for education. You, as an educator, will be able to influence the trajectory of educational progress in a positive way. We are waiting for you here at Belmont Abbey College Department of Education. You are a potential influencer, navigator, and mentor to the children of the world. Take a moment to visit our department to learn about the Elementary Education Licensure Program and the Educational Studies Program.
College Republicans Meeting
College Republicans Meeting
Join the College Republicans Club for their meeting in the Mezzanine at 5pm!
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Securing Your Internship
Come join Career Services for a quick 20-minute workshop that covers how to prepare, complete, and excel in an interview! Register with the link below or the QR code!
Psychology Club Meeting
Psychology Club Meeting
Join the Psychology Club in Room 110 in the William Gaston Science Building @ 12:15
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WLAX vs Southern Wesleyan University
WLAX vs Southern Wesleyan University
Come support The Abbey's WLAX vs Southern Wesleyan University at Alumni Field @12!
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Suspicious Cheese Lords
Suspicious Cheese Lords
Washington-based Cheese Lords broaden the global repertoire and listenership of choral music by unearthing forgotten works, breathing new life into familiar pieces, and supporting emerging composers. Specializing in early music, this unique brotherhood’s concerts provide a scholarly yet accessible interpretation.
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Learn Study Skills
Learn Study Skills
Learn study skills outside of the dining hall at 11am and have the chance to spin a prize wheel!
College Republicans Meeting
College Republicans Meeting
Join the College Republicans Club for their meeting in the Mezzanine at 5pm!
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Diaconate Ordination Mass
Diaconate Ordination Mass
Come pray with the monks as Br. James is ordained into the diaconate at Mass in the Basilica at 11am
Catholic Politics Talk
Catholic Politics Talk
Join us to explore "A Catholic Politic" with distinguished journalist, Ross Douthat! The talk will be held in the Haid Ballroom 5:30-7:00pm. Register with the link or QR code!
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Psychology Club Meeting
Psychology Club Meeting
Join the Psychology Club in Room 110 in the William Gaston Science Building @ 12:15
Devo Softball vs Spartanburg Methodist College
Devo Softball vs Spartanburg Methodist College
Come support the Abbey's Devo Softball team vs Spartanburg Methodist College at Crusader Field @1pm!
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2023 Ciceronian Society Conference
2023 Ciceronian Society Conference
The Ciceronian Society, an organization of scholars dedicated to “Tradition, Place, and Things Divine,” announced its final schedule of 70+ speakers who will travel from all over the country to attend their annual conference at Belmont Abbey College from March 9-11th. Hosted by the Honors College, panels will discuss an exciting array of topics including Christianity and literature, the rise of classical education, church/state relations, economics, farming, and the common good. Highlights of the conference include keynote addresses by Belmont Abbey’s very own Abbot Placid Solari and Dr. Ian Crowe of the History Department. All are welcome to register for the conference at ciceroniansociety.org! View the Full Schedule.
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2023 Ciceronian Society Conference
2023 Ciceronian Society Conference
The Ciceronian Society, an organization of scholars dedicated to “Tradition, Place, and Things Divine,” announced its final schedule of 70+ speakers who will travel from all over the country to attend their annual conference at Belmont Abbey College from March 9-11th. Hosted by the Honors College, panels will discuss an exciting array of topics including Christianity and literature, the rise of classical education, church/state relations, economics, farming, and the common good. Highlights of the conference include keynote addresses by Belmont Abbey’s very own Abbot Placid Solari and Dr. Ian Crowe of the History Department. All are welcome to register for the conference at ciceroniansociety.org! View the Full Schedule.
WLAX vs Westchester College
WLAX vs Westchester College
Come support Women's Lacrosse vs Westchester College at Alumni Field @12pm!
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MLAX vs Embry Riddle University
MLAX vs Embry Riddle University
Support your MLAX vs Embry Riddle University on Alumni Field at 3:30 pm.
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Last day to drop/add 8 wk Session II classes
Last day to drop/add 8 wk Session II classes; midterm grades due 16 wk sessions; final grades due for 8 wk I all by noon
MVB vs Fairleigh Dickenson University
MVB vs Fairleigh Dickenson University
Join us in support of our MVB vs Fairleigh Dickenson in Wheeler Center at 7 pm!
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BSB vs University of Mount Olive
BSB vs University of Mount Olive
Come support the Abbey BSB vs the University of Mount Olive at the Abbey Yard @ 5 pm!
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WLAX vs Embry-Riddle University
WLAX vs Embry-Riddle University
Come support Women's Lacrosse vs Embry-Riddle University at Alumni Field @ 11 am!
BSB vs University of Mount Olive
BSB vs University of Mount Olive
Come support the Abbey BSB vs the University of Mount Olive at the Abbey Yard @ 1 pm!
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Baseball vs. Limestone University
Baseball vs. Limestone University
Support the Baseball team against Limestone University at Abbey Yard @ 6 pm.
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Psychology Club Meeting
Psychology Club Meeting
Join the Psychology Club in Room 111 in the William Gaston Science Building @ 12:15
Philosophy Department Colloquium
Philosophy Department Colloquium
Join the Philosophy Department's colloquium, offered by Dr. Catherine Nolan, at 4 pm on March 23rd in Stowe 213.
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Stations of the Cross with Br. Edward
Stations of the Cross with Br. Edward
Br. Edward will lead the Stations of the Cross in the Basilica on Friday, March 24th, at 3 pm.
Baseball vs. Francis Marion University
Baseball vs. Francis Marion University
Support the Baseball team against Francis Marion University at Abbey Yard @ 5 pm.
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Marian Consecration Day
Campus Ministry invites you to make or renew a Marian Consecration. Begins on February 20th - culminates on March 25th, the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord.
Rosary & Marian Consecration
Rosary & Marian Consecration
The Solemnity of the Annunciation is this Saturday. It commemorates the day the Blessed Virgin Mary said yes to becoming the Mother of God (Luke 1:26-38). You are invited to the grotto this Saturday at 7am to pray a rosary as this day dawns. There will be songs sung at the end of each decade. This Saturday is the culmination of the 33-Day Marian Consecration. The consecration prayer will be recited at the beginning of the rosary. You may also pray the consecration prayer any time this Saturday. All are welcome to pray the rosary whether or not they have participated in the Marian Consecration.
Converging Roads Health Care Ethics Conference
Converging Roads Health Care Ethics Conference
Converging Roads Health Care Ethics Conference Catholic Medicine in a Secular Society March 25, 2023 | 9:15 AM – 6:45 PM The Cathedral of St. Patrick | Charlotte, NC In Person and Online Click here for conference website Sponsored by the St. John Paul II Foundation, in collaboration with the Diocese of Charlotte and Belmont Abbey College, the conference will cover important and culturally relevant issues with excellent Catholic speakers: Truth, Conscience, and Religious Liberty in Medicine by Melissa Moschella, PhD The Vocation of a Catholic Health Care Professional by Jessica Clarke-Pounder, MD, FAAP; Gina Maria Noia, PhD; and Sister Michaela Serpa, FSE, MA, PharmD, BCPS Genetic Screening, Genetic Engineering, the Gift of Life, and the Dignity of the Human Person by Michael J. Deem, PhD And more! Continuing education credits for healthcare professionals will be offered. For more information regarding continuing education or to register for the conference, please visit our website here. Frequently Asked Questions
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Dance Showcase 2023
Dance Showcase 2023
The 2023 Dance Showcase presented by The Abbey Dancers, The Haid Theatre. *Free BAC student tickets for all Performing Arts shows now at the door 30 minutes before curtain. BAC Faculty/Staff should use code to secure free tickets online.*
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Philosophy Club Discussion: What Are Angels?
Philosophy Club Discussion: What Are Angels?
Join the Philosophy Club for an Open Discussion on March 27th from 4-5 pm in the Alumni House. All are welcome and snacks will be provided!
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Employer Networking Event
Employer Networking Event
Students can meet a variety of employers! Join us outside the Cafeteria (Weather Permitting) or in the Student Hub.
Kickstart Your Career: Make Your Connection
Kickstart Your Career: Make Your Connection
20+ employers from various industries ready to network with YOU! Bring copies of your resume and make some connections. Thursday, March 30th from 11 am -1 pm, outside the Cafeteria.
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Tennis vs North Greenville University
Tennis vs North Greenville University
Come cheer on your Crusaders as they face off against North Greenville University at 1 pm.
Crawfish Boil
Crawfish Boil
Come to the Quad at 4 pm on March 31st to enjoy crawfish, alligator bites, corn on the cob, corn muffins, king cake, and more!
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First Saturday Devotions
First Saturday Devotions
Join us in reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary every First Saturday of the month at the Abbey Basilica and Piazza from 10 am to 12:30 pm for devotion to the Immaculate Heart and casual social. All are welcome!
Tennis vs Emmanuel College
Tennis vs Emmanuel College
Come cheer on your Crusaders as they face off against Emmanuel College at 12 pm.