Winter break is almost here! As you finish up your classwork and get ready to depart campus for the semester, there are a few important things to keep in mind. Below is an overview of some of the important tasks to accomplish before you head out for break.
Provide an Anticipated Checkout Time on MySlice
Double-check your finals schedule and see when you can leave campus. Residential students must leave on-campus housing within 24 hours after their last final or by noon on December 17, whichever comes first. Keep this in mind when selecting a checkout time!
Prep Your Room for Time Away
As you pack up to leave campus for a month, don’t forget to remove all trash and any perishables from your dorm or apartment. You also need to unplug all appliances and defrost your mini-fridge, close and lock all windows, turn off the lights and lock your door when you leave.
Check Your Mail
Double-check that you have retrieved all mail and packages. Make sure that you have rescheduled or postponed the delivery of any packages set to arrive during the break. This is especially important if you live on South Campus, as packages will otherwise continue to be delivered right to your apartment door over break.
Move Out Entirely If You’re Relocating Next Semester
If you’re relocating to another housing assignment or otherwise not returning to campus next semester, it is essential that all personal belongings are removed when you depart campus. Anything left behind in your room or apartment after you leave will be considered abandoned and will be donated or disposed of. Make sure to update your address for your mail and deliveries. Once your belongings are moved out and you’re ready to leave, turn in your key(s) to your residence’s main desk staff.
Plan Your Spring Return
Residence halls reopen for the Spring 2023 semester on January 13 at 9 a.m. This is the earliest you can return to on-campus housing, so it’s important to plan your return trip around this date!
You can visit the for the complete list of winter departure requirements. The Peel wishes you a safe and happy winter break!
Written By Charlotte Shea ’23, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications