Spring Break Closing Information

Spring Break extends from Saturday, March 8 at 9 a.m. – Sunday, March 16 at 9 a.m.

General Information

All undergraduate residence halls close on Saturday, March 8 at 9 a.m. and open after the break on Sunday, March 16 at 9 a.m.
Eligible on-campus residents needing to remain in their residence hall or Greek house for any portion of the break must register for break housing between Saturday, February 15 and Wednesday, March 5 at 5 p.m. in the Housing Portal. Additional information, including eligibility requirements, is available on the Break Housing website.
In the event that you experience a change or delay in your travel plans, you can register for break housing after Wednesday, March 5 in Housing Portal.
Guest privileges will be suspended beginning Saturday, March 8 until Sunday, March 16 at 8 a.m.
The Hank Ingram front desk will remain open throughout the break. All other area desks will close on Friday, March 7 at 5 p.m. and will return to normal operations on Monday, March 17 at 9 a.m.
Departing students are required to complete all closing procedures listed below.
Students traveling home for the break are encouraged to begin taking unneeded items home in anticipation of year end closing in May.
- Reminder: All residence halls and Greek houses close on Saturday, May 3 at 9 a.m. for non-graduating students. Residence halls and Greek houses close for May 2025 graduates on Saturday, May 10 at 1 p.m. Please plan your departure accordingly.

Closing Procedures & Inspections

All departing students must complete the following tasks prior to leave for break:

Turn off and unplug all electronics.
Clean out your refrigerator and remove all perishable items.
Take all trash and recyclables to the proper receptacles. Failure to remove trash will result in housekeeping charges.
Set your thermostat to 65 degrees or on the low setting. Do NOT turn the unit off.
Do not leave belongings on the floor of your room. If freezing temperatures cause broken pipes, flooding may occur.
Close and lock all windows.
Lock your door and take your key with you.

REMINDER:

Electronic personal transportation vehicles (EPTVs), including scooters, bicycles, hoverboards, and similar devices, are prohibited inside all Vanderbilt buildings, including residence halls and Greek houses. Please make necessary arrangements to permanently remove any devices from your residence hall prior to leaving for the break. Please refer to the Student Handbook for more information.

Safety and Security

Lock your doors at all times. Maintain a heightened awareness of security issues as there are fewer students in the residence halls.
If you can do it safely, do not allow others to piggyback behind you into residence halls. If someone piggybacks on your entry and you feel uncomfortable or concerned about speaking to them directly, contact VUPD immediately.
Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can. Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the residence hall, contact VUPD.
Stay alert and TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS. If you feel uneasy, leave the area.
Be sure to close and lock your windows, open the curtains or blinds, turn off all lights. Carry your key with you and lock your doors, including private bedrooms in suites and apartments. If you live at ground level, make certain no valuables are visible from the outside. Please move bikes into your room or another secure area to reduce risk of theft.
Do not leave jewelry or other valuable items in your room. Vanderbilt University will make every effort to keep the residence halls secure during the break period, but cannot assume responsibility for your possessions. You should, therefore, take appropriate measures to safeguard your valuables.

Break Maintenance/Facilities Projects

If you have any questions, please see your HR, RA, or AC for assistance.
Have a great break!