Skip to main content

Housing and Residential Experience

Thanksgiving Break Closing Information

Thanksgiving Break extends from Saturday, November 23 at 9 a.m. – Sunday, December 1 at 9 a.m.

General Information

  • All undergraduate residence halls close on Saturday, November 23 at 9 a.m. and open after the break on Sunday, December 1 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 by Friday, November 15 at 5 p.m. in the Housing Portal.  Additional information is available on the Break Housing website.  Students found in residence after the residence halls who have failed to register for break housing are subject to disciplinary action.
  • In the event that you experience a change or delay in your travel plans, you can register for break housing after Friday, November 15 in Housing Portal.
  • Departing students are required to complete all closing procedures listed below.
  • The Hank Ingram front desk will remain open throughout the break.  All other area desks will close on Friday, November 22 at 5 p.m. and will return to normal operations on Monday, December 2 at 9 a.m.

Closing Procedures

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

  • Air filter changes will occur in the following buildings:
    • Blakemore
    • Lewis
    • Mayfield
    • Morgan

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