In the interest of security, staffing, and energy conservation, McGee Hall and Corcoran Hall will close during winter and spring breaks. Information regarding these closings will be sent to all residents prior to the beginning of each break period. THV, Kateri and Rock Row communities do not close for academic breaks. All residence halls remain open for Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break and Easter Break. Generally, there are limited dining services during all breaks. Residents will be notified of dining times and available locations. Meal plan usage is limited during break periods. Find more information below.
Thanksgiving Break
November 27 - December 1
Residence halls will not close for Thanksgiving break, but residents are expected to unplug all electronics and set their heat to low if they plan to leave for the break. Campus Dining will not be serving meals during this time, but individualized arrangements can be made with the dining office.
Semester Break
December 13 - January 12
Residence halls (Corcoran and McGee) will close for Christmas break on December 13 at 2 p.m. Unless granted a late stay for academic or athletic reasons, residents are expected to unplug all electronics, set heat to low and vacate their space during this time. Detailed closing and checkout procedures will be shared with students prior to the Thanksgiving break. Residence halls will reopen on Sunday, January 12, at noon.
Exceptions and Additional Information
Students must exit and return to the residence halls as outlined in the calendar above. The only exception to staying in a residence hall is for academic/university-related purposes. Academic purpose is defined as students doing internships, service trips, athletics, or an activity for an academic program. The department requiring a resident to stay must provide a list of students needing to be on campus to be verified by the Residence Life Office. Students who meet these requirements must register with the Residence Life Office in Massman 3.
Students who do not meet the academic purpose requirement must leave the residence halls on time. A student will receive a fine and/or a daily rate charge if they choose not to leave. Students flying home for breaks must plan their flights in accordance with the residence hall closings. Students who have a flight delay or a change in their flight must check in with the Residence Life Office. If there is a complication with a flight and you have been approved to remain or arrive early in the hall until the flight, a daily rate charge will be assessed to your student account. The daily rate charge varies per building and room payments do not cover the daily rate charge. We will not extend your stay in a residence hall to meet travel, vacation plans or employment.
Health and safety inspections will be conducted at various times. The staff will post signs 24 hours before starting inspections. For more information about health and safety inspections, please contact the Office of Residence Life.
Summer Session Housing
Summer housing information and applications are posted under Summer Housing. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Residence Life at (816) 501-4663.