Thanksgiving Break
University Recess: Thursday, November 23, 2023 to Sunday, November 26, 2023
All Residence Halls remain Open for Thanksgiving Recess
Halls that DO NOT Close During Winter Break:
University Recess: Friday, December 22, 2023 to Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Residence Halls NOT OPEN for break close Friday, December 22nd at 7 pm and RE-OPEN Sunday, January 14, 2024
| Busch | College Avenue | Cook/Douglass | Livingston | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols Apartments | University Center – Easton Ave Apartments |
| Livingston Apartments | |
| Richardson Apartments | Frelinghuysen | Newell Apartments | Lynton Towers South | |
| Silvers Apartments | Honors College | Starkey Apartments | Quad II | |
| Buell Apartments | Tinsley | Henderson Apartments | Lynton Towers North | |
| Johnson Apartments | Sojourner Truth Apartments | New Gibbons | ||
| Marvin Apartments | Jameson W (3rd Floor-Sophia House) |
Halls that DO NOT Close During Spring Break:
University Recess: Saturday, March 9, 2024 to Sunday, March 17, 2024
Residence Halls NOT OPEN for break close Friday, March 8, 2024 and RE-OPEN Sunday, March 17, 2024
| Busch | College Avenue | Cook/Douglass | Livingston | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols Apartments | University Center – Easton Ave Apartments |
| Livingston Apartments | |
| Richardson Apartments | Frelinghuysen | Newell Apartments | Lynton Towers South | |
| Silvers Apartments | Honors College | Starkey Apartments | Quad II | |
| Buell Apartments | Tinsley | Henderson Apartments | Lynton Towers North | |
| Johnson Apartments | Sojourner Truth Apartments | New Gibbons | ||
| Marvin Apartments | Stonier | Jameson W (3rd Floor-Sophia House) |
Staying on Campus for Spring?
During university recess periods, some services and hours of operation may be subject to change, including campus bus schedules, dining facilities, recreation centers, student centers, and health centers. Please consult the respective department’s website for up-to-date information regarding hours and available services during the break period.
Food Resources
Transportation Services*
Students staying on campus can view up-to-date bus schedules with the Rutgers Mobile app.
Before-You-Go Checklist
Prior to leaving your space, please consult and complete the following closing checklist in its entirety. This helps to ensure that all students may return to a warm and welcoming community after break. If you have any questions, please contact your Residence Life staff.
- The room interior must be clean (to avoid pests)
- If you are in a hall that closes for break, pack all important items (laptop, books, identification cards, passport, medication, etc.) as you will not be able to re-enter your hall until break is over.
- All original university furnishings must be inside room
- Clean out (micro)fridge
- Submit work order requests for facilities concerns (if applicable)
- Empty all trash/recycle receptacles in proper disposal areas
- All windows are closed and securely locked and window blinds completely open
- All thermostats are set to 68 degrees (if applicable)
- If your room is a double, and you do not have a roommate, the furniture must be returned to its original condition (in the event that you are assigned a new roommate)
- Turn off all lights and electronics
- Close and lock room/apartment door
- Bring back your key and RU ID card back with you after break so you may re-enter your room and building
