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Fall & Winter Break FAQ

If you are choosing to stay on campus, please read through our break information to be prepared for your stay with us.

Fall Break Dates: Monday, November 21 – Sunday, November 27.

Winter Break Dates: Saturday, December 17 – Friday, January 6.

Fall/Winter Break Form

FAQs

Staying For Winter Break

Will I lose door access during Winter Break?

Door Access does not change over break – residents may come and go to their assigned spaces throughout break.

Dining Services and Meals

Starting December 17th – January 6th, dining services hours will be adjusted, visit Boise State Dining Services for hours of operation, locations, menus, and updates.

December 17th – January 6th On-campus dining will be closed until the Spring term begins on January 9th.

The Campus Food Pantry is a place for ALL students who need access to food and hygiene products. Simply bring your student ID number to the Campus School and they will assist you in selecting whatever it is you need. There will also be limited hours for the breaks.

Will there by on-call support?

Our Resident Assistants (RAs) are on-call 24/7 to respond to incidents on campus. On-call RAs phone numbers are specific to each community. Connect with your RA or Resident Director to get that information.

For emergencies call Campus security at, (208) 426-6911 or 911.

Are front desks going to remain open?

During the Winter Break only the following desks will be open:

DKMT, SSQ, and HCSH front desks will be open daily 9 am – 5 pm, closing from 12 pm – 1pm for lunch.

The desks will be closed on December 25th and January 1st.

Normal hours will resume on January 9th.

Can I still receive mail and packages?

During the Winter Break, packages will be handled at the following front desks: DKMT, SSQ, and HCSH.

Chaffee & DKMT residents will pick up their mail at the Keiser front desk.

Towers, Apartments, and SSQ residents will pick up their mail at the Clearwater front desk.

Lincoln Townhomes and HCSH residents will pick up their mail at the Sawtooth front desk.

24 Hours Quiet Hours

Starting on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at 12:00 a.m.

  • Please show consideration for those around you by keeping the noise level to a minimum.
  • 24 hour courtesy hours are in effect at all times.

Additional Resources

Leaving For Winter Break

What do I need to do before I go?

If you are planning on leaving for Winter Break, December 17 – January 6, for any significant time. The following precautions must be taken to ensure the safety and security of our buildings.

  • Empty your fridge and throw away all perishables
  • Take out your trash
  • Make sure your refrigerator is plugged in and closed all the way
  • Close your windows
  • Set your room temperature to 72* or medium heat
  • Lock your door

Download this Winter Break Preparation Checklist, return it to your Resident Assistant.

Will there be room checks during Winter break?

Residence Life staff will be entering all residential spaces on December 17th to ensure that health and safety standards are met and that our buildings are prepared for winter weather over the break.

Our staff will be checking on the following safety measures:

  • All trash is removed
  • Refrigerator is plugged in and closed all the way
  • Close your windows
  • Set your room temperature to 72* or medium heat

Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct

If Residence Life staff comes across violations of the Student Code of Conduct or Community Standards while completing health and safety checks it may result in an administrative hearing with the Dean of Students or Residence Life staff.  You will be contacted via your Boise State email if you are documented for any alleged violations.

I’ve decided to move out. What do I need to do?

  • Review the “leaving after occupancy” information on the Cancel Application page. 
  • Notify your Resident Assistant or Resident Director of your plans. 
  • Schedule a move out appointment at your community’s front desk.

How do I properly move out of my fall assignment if I won’t be back in the spring?

Remember, your license agreement is for the entire year, and residents are obligated to that agreement unless you have been granted a release due to a “qualifying event”. If you are leaving at the end of the semester, we will be using an appointment slot process through your community’s front desk to check out. 

Staying For Fall Break

Will I lose door access during Fall Break?

Door Access does not change over break – residents may come and go to their assigned spaces throughout break.

Fall Dining Service and Meals

Starting November 19-28th, dining services hours will be adjusted, visit Boise State Dining Services for hours of operation, locations, menus, and updates.

November 21 – 27 Buster’s Kitchen will be closed.  

The on Campus Food Pantry is a place for ALL students who need access to food and hygiene products. Simply bring your student ID number to the Campus School and they will assist you in selecting whatever it is you need. There will also be limited hours for the breaks.

Free Thanksgiving Meal Kit can be requested through the Thanksgiving Meal Kit Request Form.

Individuals will pick up meal kits on Friday, November 18th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Will there be on-call support?

Our Resident Assistants (RAs) are on-call 24/7 to respond to incidents on campus. On-call RAs phone numbers are specific to each community. Connect with your RA or Resident Director to get that information.

For emergencies call Campus security at, (208) 426-6911 or 911.

Are front desks going to remain open?

All front desks will remain open during Fall Break.

Our hours will adjust Monday, November 21- 27th desk hours will be from 8 am – 5 pm. 

Normal hours will resume on November 28th.

Can I still receive mail and packages?

Mail and packages delivered will not be affected during Fall Break and will remain at the front desks.

Leaving For Fall Break

What do I need to do before I go?

If you are only departing for Fall Break, Nov. 21-27th don’t forget to take the following precautions:

  • Take out your trash
  • The refrigerator is plugged in and closed all the way
  • Close your windows
  • Set your room temperature to 72* or medium heat
  • Lock your door

Will there be room checks during Fall break?

Residence Life staff will not be entering rooms during Fall Break unless necessary.

Returning After Fall Break

What do I need to do if I am coming back to campus after leaving for fall break?

There’s nothing you need to do when returning back to campus.

For PHO information please visit the COVID response website or contact them at, publichealth@boisestate.edu.