Winter Break Closure

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:28:39 -0500

All 8-Month communities will close at 9PM on December 17 and will reopen at 12 pm on January 27, 2026.

Before You Leave

Clean your room and bathroom

Remove all trash

Turn the heat to 68-72 degrees

Unplug all appliances & extension cords (except for the microfridge)

Clean your refrigerator and dispose of perishable items

Pack all of your necessities you will need during the Winter Break

Turn off facuets

Turn off lights and bathroom exhaust fans

Close and lock all windows and doors

Close blinds on ground level floor rooms

Report any and all facilities concerns to FXIT

Update your shipping/mailing address

RAs will be conducting room inspections in each 8-month community!

Break Reminders for 9-Month Residents

Dining Options

Make sure to check Dining Services website for hours of operation during the Winter Break

Consider alternative food arrangements

Visit Retriever Essentials - website

Limited On-Campus Services

Many offices/Departments will be closed and/or operating on limited hours during the Winter Break

The Harbor Desk will be open 8 am - 8 pm

If you choose to leave for Winter Break, please follow the above Break Closing instructions for 8-Month residents.

As wintery inclement weather approaches during the Winter Break please make sure you are signed up for text/email alerts, and check your UMBC frequently for all break closing reminders & updates.