Staying or going: Winter break reminders
Winter break is almost here! Many campus services will be reduced throughout winter break, and most academic and administrative offices will be closed Dec. 24–Jan. 2.Ìý
Whether you live on or off campus, are staying in Boulder or heading out of town, take a moment to review some reminders.Ìý
If you're leaving town
On-campus residents
Residence halls close at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. Bear Creek, Weber Hall and Reed Hall students are welcome to remain in their room throughout the winter break or to come and go as they need.ÌýÌý
Students who have spring housing contracts may leave personal belongings in the room. Please take any valuables or necessary items with you over winter break (laptop, medications, passport, etc.). You won’t have access to take items from your room over break. Students returning for the spring semester can access their rooms beginning at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 6.Ìý
Before you go:
- Make sure windows are closed and locked and drapes are closed.
- Unplug electrical appliances (residence hall students only).
- Clean your micro-fridge and set to low (residence hall students only).
- Turn your heater to a low setting where possible.
- 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, Buff OneCard, ID, passport, jewelry, medications, etc.
- Store bikes in your room during breaks, if space is available and it does not block exits.ÌýÌý
Learn more about leaving for break.Ìý
Off-campus residents
Students who live off campus and are leaving for break should review these reminders:Ìý
- Before you leave, find someone willing to clear snow off of your property. Snow must be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours of a snow fall.
- Ask a friend to collect your mail and pick up newspapers and/or any trash in your yard. If you’ll be gone for a longer period of time, consider having the post office while you’re away.
- Lock all windows and doors. Move any 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.Ìý
Campus services
Campus Dining & Hospitality
On-campus dining options will be limited during winter break—view dining hours and closures.Ìý
Buff Bus
Buff Buses are running expanded service from Saturday, Dec. 6, through Friday, Dec. 12, so you can get around campus stress-free. Check the expanded Buff Bus finals week schedule.Ìý
Winter break service adjustments include:
Route W: Williams Village service ends at 11 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12. There will be no Williams Village service between Saturday, Dec. 13, and Monday, Jan 5. On Tuesday, Jan. 6, Will Vill will run from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (every 15 minutes) and Wednesday, Jan. 7, Will Vill will run from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. (every 10 minutes). Regular Williams Village service resumes Thursday, Jan. 8.
Late-night Williams Village service: There will be no late-night service from Friday, Dec. 12, through Saturday, Jan 3. Late-night Williams Village service will resume on Thursday, Jan. 8.
Route S: Stampede will run limited service from Monday, Dec. 15, through Tuesday, Dec. 23, from 7 a.m. to 6:25 p.m. There will be no Stampede service on Wednesday, Dec. 24, through Friday, Jan. 2. Limited Stampede service will run on Monday, Jan. 5, through Wednesday, Jan. 7, from 7 a.m. to 6:25 p.m. Regular Stampede service (7 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.) will resume on Thursday, Jan. 8.
Buff Ride: There will be no Buff Ride service from Saturday, Dec. 13, through Sunday, Jan. 4.Ìý Buff Ride service resumes on Monday, Jan. 5.Ìý
ÌýÌý Traveling to DIA
Did you know you can travel to the Denver International Airport (DIA) for free with your Buff OneCard? Visit for more details.
CU NightRide
CU NightRide will be available Dec. 8–12 from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. for finals. The service will be closed Dec. 13–Jan. 7 for winter break. Students are encouraged to look at alternative transportation options through CU Boulder Parking & Transportation Services.Ìý
³Ô¹ÏÍø Memorial Center
The UMC and The Connection will have limited hours over winter break. Review winter break hours for The Connection on the UMC website. The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge will be closed Dec. 13–Jan. 4 and open noon to 5 p.m. Jan. 5–7.ÌýÌý
Buff Pantry
The Buff Pantry will be closed Dec. 15–Jan. 9. Regular hours resume Jan. 12.ÌýÌýÌý
Medical Services
Wardenburg Health Center and the Pharmacy will have adjusted hours over winter break.Ìý
Counseling & Psychiatric Services
Review winter break clinic hours, plus after-hours, crisis and emergency care.Ìý
Rec Center
The main Student Rec Center will be closed Dec. 24–Jan. 1. The Williams Village Rec Center will be closed Dec. 24–26 and Dec. 31–Jan. 1 and will be open Dec. 27–30 from noon to 5 p.m. Review winter break hours.Ìý
Career Services
Students can make virtual appointments with Career Services from Dec. 15–23. The office will be closed Dec. 24–Jan 4. You can also access career help on-demand with online tools over winter break.Ìý
³Ô¹ÏÍø Libraries
Norlin Library and commons will have limited hours Dec. 13–23 and Jan. 5–7. Norlin will be closed Dec. 24–Jan. 4. The Business and Music libraries will be closed Dec. 13–Jan. 7. The Earth Sciences & Map Library will be closed Dec. 13–Jan. 4.
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