The phrase "past semester" refers to the most recent period of study or classes that has already happened, usually within the last few months. Full definition
Excellent lecture this past semester by a transgendered student who felt that the Gays and Lesbians seem to want civil rights for themselves but they are not willing to fight for the same civil rights they received, for transgendered. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
The following fascinating information is based off the writings of world - renown biblical scholar (and my amazing New Testament professor this past semester) Craig Keener, whose The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament has sold more than half a million copies. (relevantmagazine.com)
This past semester I took a lot of my business classes for my minor and it made me realize how much I love my math and science classes! (bravoforpaleo.com)