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Staying or going: Spring break reminders

Staying or going: Spring break reminders

Spring break is just around the corner. Many campus services, including dining, bus transportation and residence hall front desk hours, will be reduced throughout spring break. Whether you live on or off campus, are staying in Boulder or heading out of town, take a moment to review some reminders. 

 

Before you leave

Leaving for the break? Here are some reminders and tips for students living on and off campus. 

On-campus residents 

All residence halls, including Bear Creek and Weber Hall, will remain open for any resident throughout spring break. Hall access doors will be locked and accessible by current residents only. 

Reminders: 

  • Make sure windows are closed and locked and blinds are closed.
  • Unplug electrical appliances (residence hall students only).
  • Clean your micro-fridge and set it to low (residence hall students only).
  • Remove all food and perishable items from the room.
  • Set your heaters on low.
  • Remove trash and recycling from the building.
  • Turn off your lights.
  • Make sure your room door is completely closed and locked.
  • Remember to pack all important documents or valuable items such as plane tickets, ID and passport, jewelry, medicines, etc.
  • Store any bikes in your room during breaks if space is available and it does not block exits. 

Learn more about leaving for break.

Off-campus residents

Reminders:

  • Before you leave, check with your landlord or find someone willing to clear snow off your property. Snow must be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours of a snowfall.
  • Ask a friend to collect your mail and pick up newspapers and any trash in your yard. If you’re gone for a longer period of time, consider having the Post Office hold your mail while you’re away.
  • Make sure all windows and doors are locked. Move expensive items such as laptops away from windows where they may be visible or bring them with you. Make sure your bike is securely locked or bring it inside if you can.
  • Set your lights on a timer and your heat to a reasonable temperature, about 60 degrees, to prevent pipes from freezing.
  • Don’t leave pets by themselves. Find someone to take care of them while you are away. 

Other reminders

 

   Traveling to DIA

Did you know you can travel to the Denver International Airport (DIA) for free with your Buff OneCard? With one stop adjacent to CU Boulder at 16th and Broadway, the SkyRide leaves hourly from Boulder Station. Visit RTD’s SkyRide website for more details.

University closure

Campus will be closed on Friday, March 28, for a university holiday. 

Campus Dining Services 

On-campus dining options will be limited during spring break—view dining hours and closures.  

Buff Pantry 

The Buff Pantry will be closed March 24–31 and will reopen April 1. The Buff Pantry is located in the University Memorial Center (UMC) basement, 1B73, near the lower level of the CU Book Store.    

Getting around campus 

The Buff Bus will cease normal operations at 11 p.m. Friday, March 21. There will be no late-night service (11 p.m.–1 a.m.) March 20–22. No service will be offered March 22–29. Regular Buff Bus service resumes on Sunday, March 30, at 10 a.m. The Stampede route will run Monday–Thursday from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m., with limited service. Check the Transit app for schedules.   

CU NightRide 

CU NightRide will be open and operating this spring break to offer students a safe evening ride on campus and within Boulder city limits. Spring break hours will be 8 p.m. to midnight March 21–27. NightRide will be closed March 28–29, and spring service hours will resume on March 30.  

University Memorial Center 

The UMC and The Connection will have an adjusted schedule with limited hours and closures. Check out the UMC website for operational schedules. The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge will also be open with limited hours over spring break. 

Rec Center  

Review special spring break hours for the main Student Recreation Center and Williams Village Rec Center. 

Health and Wellness Services 

Health and Wellness Services departments will have adjusted hours over spring break.   

Career Services

Career Services will offer virtual appointments March 24–27 and will be closed March 28. Please check Buff Portal Advising for appointment times, or chat online to schedule an appointment.   

University Libraries

Norlin Library will be closed March 22–23 and March 28–30; it will be open March 24–27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All other libraries (as well as Ask A Librarian services) will be closed March 22–30 and will resume normal operations Monday, March 31.