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

Learn Salsa with Mani Denis & Nebraska Salsa Scene!

Nov

2025

7–11 p.m.
Margre H. Durham Student Center

Get ready to move your feet and feel the rhythm! Join us for a lively Salsa Dance Class featuring Mani Denis and the Nebraska Salsa Scene. Whether you’re a beginner or already love to dance, this is a fun chance to learn new steps, meet others, and enjoy a night of music and movement.

For more info, contact Mani Denis at mani.denis@bellevue.edu or 402-510-2006.

International Student Services Tea Party

Nov

2025

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

Answer some tea trivia and enter a raffle to win a prize!

Intramural Dodgeball

Nov

2025

6:30 p.m.
Gordon Lozier Athletic Center

Dodge, dip, duck, dive, and DOMINATE in our Intramural Dodgeball event! Bring the heat for an action-packed night of fun. Teams will form on-site, just show up and play!

PEP Session: Using AI in your Job Search

Nov

2025

4-5 p.m.
Handshake

Ready to supercharge your career journey? Join us for an interactive workshop on how to use ChatGPT to boost your job search and nail your interviews! Register before 11/5/25 at noon: https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1779954

Meditation and Stress Relief Lunch and Learn

Nov

2025

12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Freeman/Lozier Library (Room 480)

Genevieve Williams will lead the session covering the use of meditation for stress relief. Attendees will learn about grounding, establishing an anchor, and practicing with the RAIN method. The program will include a guided meditation, a reflective writing exercise, and a Q&A segment.

The Lunch and Learn is free and open to the public.
Parking is available in Lots A and B.

Registration is not required, but attendees may sign up in advance at https://bellevue.libcal.com/event/15084365

Thanksgiving Dinner + Black Friday Fun

Nov

2025

5:30-7 p.m.
Margre H. Durham Student Center

Join us for a cozy night of good food and friendly competition! Enjoy a Thanksgiving-themed dinner at the Student Center and stick around for a fun Black Friday-inspired game with prizes!

The Amazing Arthur hosted by the MVSC

Nov

2025

6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Hitchcock Humanities Center - Auditorium Bellevue University | 1040 Bruin Blvd, Bellevue, NE 68005

Amazing Arthur will be speaking on topics such as achieving your goals, handling stress, and resiliency, centered around military and veteran life.

Free event! Limited seating, reserve your spot at bellevue.tfaforms.net/105

SPONSORED BY: Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church - Veteran Peer Support Group

Bruin Holiday Party

Dec

2025

5:30-7 pm
Margre H. Durham Student Center

Join us for a festive Bruin Holiday Party at BU! Take a break from the end-of-semester rush and unwind with snacks, laughs, and winter cheer. We’ll play the popular Saran Wrap Gift Game and enjoy a cozy celebration with your fellow Bruins. Come mingle, relax, and get in the holiday spirit!