Winter Break Closing 2011

The residence halls, residential colleges, and residential communities close at 12 noon on Saturday, December 10, 2011.  All residents must vacate the building by this time.  

As you leave, complete and sign the checklist on your door.  Checklist items include: emptying and defrosting your fridge; taking out all garbage and perishable items, including food; removing all personal belongings from common areas; closing and locking your window(s); closing your curtains or blinds; unplugging everything; turning off all lights; setting the heat on low (not off); taking all important and valuable items; locking your door and signing the checklist on your door.  

Do not forget to bring your valuables, passport, tickets, medications, and other important items with you as you leave.  

Residence hall staff will be completing safety checks in all rooms after residents depart.  Please see your email regarding City of Evanston safety checks that will also be completed during the break period. 

If you are not returning to the residence halls next quarter, make sure to schedule an appointment with your CA to complete your Room Condition Inventory (RCI) and return your keys.  You must completely move out of your room by 12:00 p.m. on December 10, 2011.  

The residence halls reopen at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 2, 2012.  Please plan your return trip accordingly, as residents will not be allowed back in the buildings before this time.  

Mail and packages scheduled to be delivered to the residence halls between December 10, 2011, and January 1, 2012, are held by the US Postal Service and individual carriers.  Held mail and packages will be delivered in the first week of January. 

If you have questions about Winter Break closing, please see your Community Assistant or Area Coordinator.