University Academic & Events Calendars

From Bellevue University student events and public business workshops to graduation — find out what is happening, where. Official Bruin team schedules can be found on the Athletics site, http://www.bubruins.com.

Calendar of Events

Academic Calendar

Spring Session 2025

March 3 - 9
Spring Break
March 10
Classes Begin
March 16
Last Day to Add/Drop Class
April 30
Last Day to Withdraw a Class or Change to "Audit"
May 26
Memorial Day
University Closed
June 1
Spring Session Ends
June 7
Spring Commencement

Summer Session 2025

10-Week Session

June 2
Classes Begin
June 8
Last Day to Add/Drop Class
July 4
Independence Day
University Closed
July 15
Last Day to Withdraw a Class or Change to "Audit"
August 10
Summer Session Ends

11-Week Session

June 2
Classes Begin
June 8
Last Day to Add/Drop Class
July 4
Independence Day
University Closed
July 19
Last Day to Withdraw a Class or Change to "Audit"
August 17
Summer Session Ends

Fall Session 2025

September 8
Classes Begin
September 14
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
October 24
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
November 23
Fall Session Ends

Winter Session 2025-2026

December 1, 2025
Classes Begin
December 7, 2025
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
December 22, 2025
Holiday Break Begins at 8:00 a.m.
January 12, 2026
Classes Resume
January 31, 2026
Winter Commencement Ceremony
February 6, 2026
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
March 8, 2026
Winter Session Ends

Spring Session 2026

March 16
Classes Begin
March 22
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
May 1
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
May 25
Memorial Day
University Closed
May 31
Spring Session Ends
June 6
Spring Commencement Ceremony

Summer Session 2026

June 8
Classes Begin
June 14
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
July 4
Independence Day
University Closed
July 24
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
August 23
Summer Session Ends

Fall Session 2026

September 7
Classes Begin
September 13
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
October 23
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
November 22
Fall Session Ends

Winter Session 2026-2027

November 30, 2026
Classes Begin
December 6, 2026
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
December 21, 2026
Holiday Break Begins at 8:00 a.m.
January 11, 2027
Classes Resume
January 30, 2027
Winter Commencement Ceremony
February 5
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
March 7, 2027
Winter Session Ends

Spring Session 2027

March 15
Classes Begin
March 21
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
April 30
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
May 30
Spring Session Ends
May 31
Memorial Day
University Closed
June 5
Spring Commencement Ceremony

Summer Session 2027

June 7
Classes Begin
June 13
Last Day to Add/Drop a Class or Change to "Audit"
July 4
Independence Day
University Closed
July 23
Last Day to Withdraw a Class
August 22
Summer Session Ends

Calendar of Events

Start Date

End Date

Event Type

Spring Bruin Week: DIY Bruin Swag

Mar

2026

11 AM – 1 PM
Margre H. Durham Student Center

Come create your own Bruin-inspired accessories! Students can decorate a visor or sunglasses and add personal touches to make it truly one-of-a-kind.

Spring Bruin Week: Softball Home Opener

Mar

2026

6:00 PM
Renner Dennis Outdoor Athletic Complex

Cheer on your Bruins at the Softball Home Opener at the new field! Stop by our table before the game for fun giveaways and a chance to win prizes. Come out, show your spirit, and unleash the roar.

Spring Bruin Week: Bruin Bingo

Mar

2026

11 AM – 1 PM
Margre H Durham Student Center

The Midday Bingo Break is back! Take a pause and enjoy a round of bingo with useful prizes, good vibes, and FUN memories - just a little lunchtime luck!

Library on the Go

Mar

2026

11-12:30 PM
Educational Services Building - Upper Lobby ASB

Stop by our Library on the Go table to browse books, enjoy snacks, and hear about Library programming! We will be bringing books for Gardening, Radiation, Books by Disabled Authors, and New Arrivals.

Wellbeing Wednesday: Unleash Your Creativity - Women's History Month Edition

Mar

2026

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Margre H. Durham Student Center

Join us for an event of creativity and history as we honor the trailblazing women who transformed the art world. Inspired by masters like Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keeffe, you’ll create your own masterpiece while learning about the women who broke barriers with their brushes.

No experience necessary—just bring your creativity! Take home a unique piece of art you created yourself.

Makerspace Expo

Mar

2026

1-4 PM
Freeman/ Lozier Library Room 460

Come learn about what makes up a Makerspace! Drop in any time during the expo to explore the different tools and technologies available and see example projects for each.

2:00 PM: Attend a hands-on demonstration where guests will be able to test out the Cricut Explore machine!

Cricut Explore 3
Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer
Metal stamping
Singer sewing machine
Button makers, and more!

Virtual PEP: The Do's and Don'ts of using AI for school

Apr

2026

4 - 5 PM
Vitrtual: https://bellevue.zoom.us/j/93738286846

Learn the basics about AI and how to use it to benefit your learning in school, sponsored by the AI Accelerator Lab.

*We recommend logging in with a laptop (not on a mobile device) due to activities within the session.*

PEP: Budgeting 101

Apr

2026

4-5 PM

John B Muller Administrative Services Building
Lower Level; Multi-Purpose Room

Hear about basic approaches to setting and sticking to a budget.

Spring 2026 Virtual Career Fair

Apr

2026

10 am – 3 pm
Platform: Handshake

Current students and alumni are invited to attend the Spring 2026 Virtual Career Fair. For more information about the event, visit the Career Fair Information and Guide

Virtual PEP: Ace Your Interview! Master Strategies & Tips

May

2026

4 PM
Handshake

Join Career Services to explore the different types of interviews and discover effective strategies to confidently respond to questions. Learn how to best showcase your knowledge, skills, and qualifications for the position you want.

Registration on Handshake closes: 5/6/26 at 12 pm CDT: https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1913149