academic year
noun
: the annual period of sessions of an educational institution usually beginning in September and ending in June
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The walkouts unfold at a critical time in the academic year, as classes end and capstone projects, finals and grading are ahead — work in which union members play a key role.
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Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2024
For the Hilltop Soundtrack, which is the nickname of Claflin’s band, the CIAA Tournament is the crown jewel of the academic year because the university does not sponsor football.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2024
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Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2024
For the Hilltop Soundtrack, which is the nickname of Claflin’s band, the CIAA Tournament is the crown jewel of the academic year because the university does not sponsor football.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2024
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“Academic year.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/academic%20year. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.
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