Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving Break Closing 2023
Campus Housing Closes: Wednesday, November 22 at 10:00am
Campus Housing Opens: Sunday, November 26 at Noon
Residence halls are not accessible during break, take all belongings you will need with you
Meals end: Tuesday, November 21 at 8:00pm (CDR closes at 1pm; meal exchange available in Post 95 for dinner 5pm-8pm)
Meals begin: Sunday, November 26 at 5:00pm
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Halls are closed and all students are expected to go home. Unless you have a valid University related or approved reason, requests for break housing will not be approved. If break housing is needed, please submit the Thanksgiving Break Housing Request Form through your . (See instructions below)
To request break housing:
Log into your Housing Portal ()
Log in with your Ƶ Credentials (Email/Password)
Click the Forms & Applications tab on the left-hand side (if you do not see the menu, click the three lines at the top)
Select Thanksgiving Break Housing Request (Fall 2023)
Complete and submit prior to 5PM on November 13
All requests are due by 5PM on November 13, 2023. Please note, having to work in the Springfield area is NOT a valid reason for break housing.
*Failure to follow these procedures may result in disciplinary action and/or fines
TO DO BEFORE LEAVING CAMPUS*:- Clean room & leave in good order
- Empty wastebaskets & recycling bins
- Remove all valuables & medications (you will not be able to gain access to your room during Break)
- Unplug all electrical items/appliances, including surge protectors, from the wall (except fridges)
- Take all animals with you (Including fish, ESA's or 4Paws dogs)
- Leave heat on & set thermostat to 60 degrees (if applicable)
- Lock all windows and close drapes/blinds
- Turn off lights, close and lock your door. (All doors will be locked after Residence Life does Health & Safety Inspections)
- Sign the sheet on your door if you are the last person to leave your room
All rooms will be inspected to ensure that campus housing is prepared for break. Any policy violations will be documented and your student account may be charged for improper check out if you do not following the closing procedures.
Spring Break
Spring Break Closing 2024
Campus Housing Closes: Saturday, March 2 at 10:00am
Campus Housing Opens: Sunday, March 10 at Noon
Residence halls are not accessible during break, take all belongings you will need with you
Meals end: Friday, March 1 at 1:00pm (CDR closes at 1pm; meal exchange usually available in Post 95 for dinner 5pm-8pm)
Meals begin: Sunday, March 10 at 5:00pm
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Halls are closed and all students are expected to go home. Unless you have a valid University related or approved reason, requests for break housing will not be approved. If break housing is needed, please submit the Spring Break Housing Request Form through your Housing Portal. (See instructions below)
To request break housing:
Log into your Housing Portal ()
Log in with your Ƶ Credentials (Email/Password)
Click the Forms & Applications tab on the left-hand side (if you do not see the menu, click the three lines at the top)
Select Spring Break Housing Request (Spring 2024)
Complete and submit prior to 5PM on February 19
All requests are due by 5PM on February 19, 2024. Please note, having to work in the Springfield area is NOT a valid reason for break housing. Food service will NOT be available during the break period.
*Failure to follow these procedures may result in disciplinary action and fines
TO DO BEFORE LEAVING CAMPUS*:
Clean room & leave in good order Empty wastebaskets & recycling bins
All rooms will be inspected to ensure that campus housing is prepared for break. Any policy violations will be documented and your student account may be charged for improper check out if you do not following the closing procedures.
- Remove all valuables & medications (you will not be able to gain access to your room during Break)
- Unplug all electrical items/appliances, including surge protectors, from the wall (except fridges)
- Take all animals with you (Including fish, ESA's or 4Paws dogs)
- Leave heat on & set thermostat to 60 degrees (if applicable)
- Lock all windows and close drapes/blinds
- Turn off lights, close and lock your door. (All doors will be locked after Residence Life does Health & Safety Inspections)
- Sign the sheet on your door if you are the last person to leave your room
All rooms will be inspected to ensure that campus housing is prepared for break. Any policy violations will be documented and your student account may be charged for improper check out if you do not following the closing procedures.