Spring Break
Friday, March 15 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
The residence halls close for Spring Break at 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2024. All card access to halls will be deactivated at that time.
Residence halls will reopen at 10:00 a.m., Sunday, March 24.
Break Housing Options
Residence hall break housing is available by request for a fee.
If you need Spring Break housing, either One-Night-Only or for the entire period, please apply no later than 12:00 p.m. (noon), Monday, March 11.
All North Campus residence halls are closed for break. If you need break housing, you will need to request it by 12:00 p.m. (noon), Monday, March 11.
If you are approved, you will stay in a converted lounge in La Plata Hall. You will be required to move over to La Plata Hall on Friday, March 15 between 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. You will not have access to your current assignment between Friday, March 15, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 24, at 10:00 a.m.
One-Night-Only Requests (Friday Night)
Residents who are unable to leave on Friday night may submit a request to stay overnight and leave by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16. There is no cost associated with this overnight stay. Card access will deactivate promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Full Spring Break Housing Request
Break housing options are available for North Campus residents in La Plata Hall lounges. If you need Spring Break housing, please apply before Monday, March 11 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) via the Housing Portal to be considered for a temporary La Plata Hall lounge assignment.
A limited number of spaces are available and priority is given to international students and those with extenuating circumstances. Approved residents will be placed in a lounge with up to five (5) other occupants for the break period. A bed and a dresser are provided for each of the six (6) students in the lounge.
The cost for temporary break lounge housing is $160 and will be billed to the student account the week after break. Full break housing cancellations must be made by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, March 15. Late cancellations will incur a $25.00 fee billed to your student account.
Cancel Request
Should you find that you no longer need break housing, visit the Housing Portal to cancel your request before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, March 15 in order to receive a full refund. Any cancellations after the approved start date may incur a fee.
Housing Portal
Login to the Housing Portal to make a Spring Break Housing Request.
The Following Residents Must Return Their Keys
- South Hill residents in units with exterior entrances who are not approved for full break housing.
- Sabbath key holders who are not approved for full break housing (must return their Sabbath key only).
The key(s) must be returned to the service desk prior to departure, no later than 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15*. Failure to return the keys will result in a charge of $320 for Full Spring Break Housing. This will be billed to your student account.
*Residents approved for One-Night-Only must return their key(s) to the service desk no later than 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16 to avoid being charged for Full Spring Break Housing.
Residents who live in La Plata, Johnson-Whittle, Pyon-Chen, or any South Campus halls may request to stay in their current assignment for a fee. All requests must be submitted no later than 12:00 p.m. (noon), Monday, March 11.
One-Night-Only Requests (Friday Night)
Residents who are unable to leave on Friday night may submit a request to stay overnight and leave by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16. There is no cost associated with this overnight stay. Card access will deactivate promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Full Spring Break Housing Request
Students who live in South Campus residence halls, La Plata, Johnson-Whittle, or Pyon-Chen may request to stay in their current assignment for the entire break. If approved, card access will continue throughout the full break period. The cost for break housing is $320 and will be billed to the student account the week after break.
Cancel Request
Should you find that you no longer need break housing, visit the Housing Portal to cancel your request before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, March 15 in order to receive a full refund. Any cancellations after the approved start date may incur a fee.
Housing Portal
Login to the Housing Portal to make a Spring Break Housing Request.
Key Return for Spring Break
Leonardtown residents without a full Spring Break Housing approval must return apartment keys to the Leonardtown Service Desk by 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 15*. If you do not return your keys by the required date/time your student account will be billed $320 for Spring Break Housing and you will retain access to your apartment during the break.
*Residents with a One-Night-Only approval must return their keys to the service desk by 9:00 a.m., Saturday, March 16. The desk will close promptly at 9:00 a.m., and keys will not be accepted anytime afterward.
The Leonardtown Community will be closed from 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 15, through 10:00 a.m. Sunday, March 24. Please review the information below about break housing options (if applicable).
One-Night-Only Requests (Friday Night)
Residents who are unable to leave on Friday night may submit a request to stay overnight and leave by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16. There is no cost associated with this overnight stay. Card access will deactivate promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Full Spring Break Housing Request
Students who live in Leonardtown may request to stay in their current assignment for the entire break. If approved, card access will continue throughout the full break period. The cost for break housing is $320 and will be billed to the student account the week after break.
Cancel Request
Should you find that you no longer need break housing, visit the Housing Portal to cancel your request before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, March 15 in order to receive a full refund. Any cancellations after the approved start date may incur a fee.
Housing Portal
Login to the Housing Portal to make a Spring Break Housing Request.
Checklist
Students do not need to remove all belongings from their room, only items needed for Spring Break.
Before you leave, please:
- Take all valuables, passport, computers, books, money, medications, clothing, athletic tickets, etc. you might need during the break
- Card access will be deactivated at 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 15 for those who are not approved for Spring Break Housing.
- Close and lock all windows
- This prevents the outside elements (i.e. rain) that could cause damage to property from entering your room as well as prevent thefts from the outside.
- Leave all window blinds down
- This prevents thieves from being able to see into your room.
- Move personal property off the floor
- This could avoid loss or damage if there is a water leak or flood.
- Turn off the dehumidifier (DO NOT UNPLUG)
- This prevents the dehumidifier from running the entirety of the break.
- Unplug all electrical appliances, clocks, and computers (NOT dehumidifiers)
- This prevents the use of electricity when rooms/buildings are unoccupied. Additionally, electrical surges can cause damage to personal property and create unsafe/hazardous conditions.
- Dispose of perishable or unprotected food
- This prevents the attraction of unwanted insects such as cockroaches or ants to your room.
- Take trash/recycling/compost outside to the appropriate outside container
- This prevents the attraction of unwanted insects such as cockroaches or ants to your room as well as keeps a “musty” smell from developing.
- Remove micro-mobility devices from room or bike room
- This prevents serious fire hazards and damage to the floors and walls.
- Turn out all lights
- This prevents the use of electricity when rooms/buildings are unoccupied.
- Close and lock your door
- This prevents the entry of non-university-affiliated individuals from entering your space.
- Take your keys with you (except for Sabbath keys, Leonardtown residents, and those with exterior entrances)
- You will need them when you return from break.
Service Desk Hours & Break Operations
Service desks (except La Plata and Prince Frederick) will close at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16.
The La Plata and Prince Frederick desks will be open 24/7 as the break housing desks. The desks are available for general inquiries, packages, temporary swipe, and spare key access for break occupants.
Residents who are approved to stay on campus for Spring Break will be contacted through email closer to break with instructions about desk operations and staff contact information.
Parking Information
Please follow all Department of Transportation Services (DOTS) parking guidelines. For more parking information, please visit the DOTS website.
University Services
Health Center
Please visit the University Health Center website for more information regarding their hours during Spring Break. In the event of an emergency, call the police at 911 or (301) 405-3333.
Dining Services
Please visit the Department of Dining Services Dining Plan website for more information regarding their hours during Spring break.
Libraries
Please visit the University Libraries website for more information
DIT Student Computers Help Desk
For hours please call (301) 405-1400.
Parking on Campus
Please visit the Department of Transportation Services website for parking restrictions. Do not park in disabled spaces, fire lanes, or areas not specifically designated for parking.
Stamp Student Union
Limited hours of service during Spring Break. Please visit the Adele H. Stamp Student Union website or call (301) 314-3375 for the building schedule and details.
Housekeeping
Housekeeping services will be reduced, so residents must move their trash to exterior dumpsters and request bathroom supplies from their Service Desks in advance. Cooking outside of a designated structural kitchen area is prohibited.
Safety & Security
Your safety and security are important. Whether you are approved to stay on campus for the break or leaving, please be sure to review the information below carefully.
It is vital to your personal security that you observe common sense safety precautions during the low occupancy housing period. Avoid isolated areas of your building at all times, such as the laundry room, study or recreation lounge, basement areas, etc.
In traditional halls, use showers when others you know are in your building. Know the location of the nearest telephone, call box, and blue light emergency phones. Immediately report any broken doors, locks, alarm stations, phones or lights report to (301) 314-9675 (24-Hour Residential Facilities Service Center) so repairs can be made. Never tamper with or disable safety equipment.
Report suspicious persons to Police at 911, then notify Service Desk staff. Do not open doors for University staff members or vendors (i.e., soda, candy, delivery people, etc.); a staff member who has business in your building should have made previous arrangements to gain access. Feel free to request identification.
- Keep your door locked and your keys in your possession at all times.
- Never store your keys in your mailbox.
- Keep all interior doors closed.
- Call University Police at (301) 405-3333 or 911 and then your Service Desk if you see suspicious or unusual behavior by a stranger or any person not authorized to be in your building.
- Know the identities of other persons staying in your building. Try to learn if there are long periods of time when these residents will be away. Do not open your door to any person whom you cannot identify.
If you can't move your valuables home or to an off-campus location, keep them hidden in your room and out of sight. Record serial numbers, brand names, dates of purchases and purchase prices of your valuables. Police will ask for this information in the event of theft or loss.
Scooters may not be stored in your residence hall.
As a safety precaution, keep your room door locked when loading your car or when you step away from your room. Do not make your belongings a target for a thief. Secure your suite/apartment/room prior to your departure. Be sure to complete the Spring Break Closing Checklist.
More Information
If you have any questions regarding Spring Break, please contact us before Friday, March 15, at drl-adops@umd.edu or call (301) 226-4830. The university will be closed Monday, March 18 through Tuesday, March 19, so please contact your service desk during those times with urgent matters.