Thanksgiving Break

Break Housing Options

All North Campus residence halls are closed for break, except La Plata, Pyon-Chen and Johnson-Whittle Halls. North Campus residents who do not currently live in La Plata, Pyon-Chen or Johnson-Whittle Halls have the option of a One-Night-Only request or Full Thanksgiving Break Housing in a converted lounge. 

One-Night-Only Requests (Tuesday Night)

Residents who are unable to leave on Tuesday night may submit a request to stay overnight in their current assignment and leave by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 26. An approved request will allow card access to the hall until 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 26. There is no cost associated with this overnight stay. Card access will deactivate promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Full Thanksgiving Break Housing Request

North Campus residents who require more than a one-night-only stay may submit a request to stay for the entire Thanksgiving break period. Our team will do our best to respond to these requests within two (2) business days. 

Residents approved for Full Thanksgiving Break Housing will stay in a converted lounge in La Plata Hall. A limited number of spaces are available and priority is given to international students and those with extenuating circumstances.

If the request is approved, residents will need to move to La Plata Hall on Tuesday, November 25 between 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. After 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, residents won’t have access to their current room until Sunday, November 30, at 10:00 a.m., so be sure to pack and take all items needed during the break. Residents will be staying in a lounge with up to five (5) other students. Each resident will have their own bed and dresser.

The cost for break lounge housing is $84.00 and will be billed to the student account. Full break housing cancellations must be made by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, November 25. 

Cancel Request

If you no longer need break housing, visit the Housing Portal to cancel your request before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, November 25 in order to receive a full refund. Late cancellations will incur a $25.00 fee billed to your student account.

Housing Portal

Login to the Housing Portal to make a Thanksgiving Break Housing Request.

Break Housing Options

Residents who live in La Plata, Johnson-Whittle, Pyon-Chen, or any South Campus halls, including Houses on Fraternity Row, have the option of a One-Night-Only request or Full Thanksgiving Break Housing. All requests must be submitted no later than 12:00 p.m. (noon), Friday, November 21.

One-Night-Only Requests (Tuesday Night)

Residents who are unable to leave on Tuesday night may submit a request to stay overnight and leave by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 26. An approved request will allow card access to the hall until 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 26. There is no cost associated with this overnight stay. Card access will deactivate promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Full Thanksgiving 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 $168.00 and will be billed to the student account.

Cancel Request

If  you no longer need break housing, visit the Housing Portal to cancel your request before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, November 25 in order to receive a full refund. Late cancellations will incur a $25.00 fee billed to your student account.

Housing Portal

Login to the Housing Portal to make a Thanksgiving Break Housing Request.

Break Housing Options

The Leonardtown Community will be closed from 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 25, through 10:00 a.m. Sunday, November 30. Leonardtown residents have the option of a One-Night-Only request or Full Thanksgiving Break housing. 

One-Night-Only Requests (Tuesday Night)

Residents who are unable to leave on Tuesday night may submit a request to stay overnight and leave by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 26. An approved request will allow card access to the hall until 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 26. There is no cost associated with this overnight stay. Card access will deactivate promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Full Thanksgiving 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 $168.00 and will be billed to the student account.

Cancel Request

If you no longer need break housing, visit the Housing Portal to cancel your request before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, November 25 in order to receive a full refund. Late cancellations will incur a $25.00 fee billed to your student account.

Housing Portal

Login to the Housing Portal to make a Thanksgiving Break Housing Request.

If you are leaving  for Thanksgiving Break, please take these actions to secure your room and belongings.

• 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., Tuesday, November 25 for those who are not approved for Thanksgiving 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 your window shades down
  This prevents others from seeing personal items inside of your room.
• Move personal property off the floor
  This could avoid loss or damage if there is a water leak and or flood.
• Turn off the dehumidifier (DO NOT UNPLUG OR MOVE)
  This prevents the dehumidifier from running the entirety of the break, but the drain tube must stay in place.
• Unplug all electrical appliances, clocks, computers, etc. (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. During inspection of rooms, staff will unplug and devices left plugged in (including fish tanks, so be sure to make arrangements).
• 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.
• 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 Leonardtown residents and those with exterior entrances)
  You will need them when you return from break.

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.

Please visit the University Health Center website for more information regarding their hours during Thanksgiving Break. In the event of an emergency, call the police at 911 or (301) 405-3333.

Please visit the Department of Dining Services Dining Plan website for more information regarding their hours during Thanksgiving break.

Please visit the University Libraries website for more information.

For hours please call (301) 405-1400.

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.

Limited hours of service during Thanksgiving Break. Please visit the Adele H. Stamp Student Union website or call (301) 314-3375 for the building schedule and details.

Report suspicious persons to Police at 911, then notify Service Desk staff. Do not open doors for University staff members or vendors (i.e., vending machines, 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 Thanksgiving Break Closing Checklist.

It may be necessary for the Department of Resident Life and Department of Residential Facilities staff to enter your space over the break to address maintenance requests, manage unexpected problems, or respond to emergencies. While every effort will be made not to disturb or inconvenience residents, there are times during break periods when a planned or unplanned action must be taken in individual student rooms.

Also, some temporary outages (i.e., heat, hot water) may occur due to scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. If possible, you will be notified of these outages in advance.

Resident Life Staff may also enter and inspect units/rooms beginning at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 25, to ensure there are no health and safety issues or violations. Administrative action, billing, and/or judicial referral can result if unauthorized items or unsafe or unclean conditions are found.

Staff is expected to report the presence or evidence of, including but not limited to pets, weapons, electronic skateboards/scooters/vehicles, illegal substances, lounge furnishings, fuel, lofts, or other prohibited items.