Building Communities

Winter Break Began December 13 at 2:00 p.m.

During winter break, Wilkins Hall, Cardinal Court, Fell/School St. Apartments, and Hewett-Manchester Halls remain open for the full duration of the break.

Watterson Towers, Wright Hall, and Haynie Hall closed completely on Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. These halls will reopen on Friday, January 9 at 8:00 a.m.

Prior to leaving for break, residents were asked to complete the following:

• Secure your space: Close and lock all windows, turn off lights, and lock room or apartment doors.
• Prepare your room: Open shades and clear a path between the door and window. Move belongings off the floor and keep furniture at least 8 inches from all walls to support pest control.
• Clean up: Dispose of all perishable food, empty bottles and cans, and remove all trash.
• Protect personal items: Unplug appliances and computers, clean and dry refrigerators, and take home any temperature-controlled medications.
• Set room conditions: Adjust thermostats to 65°F and set blowers to low.

*Reminder: Residents were encouraged to bring their keys and IDs when returning after break.

Students received full closing instructions during meetings with their RAs and were expected to follow the official checklist posted in their residence hall and distributed via email.

Reminder: Building Access & Late-Night Entry

To keep our residential communities safe, please remember these key access guidelines:

• Always carry your Redbird ID and room key(s). You’ll need them to enter your building and confirm residency. UHS staff can and may ask for both to confirm you live in the building.
• Arriving between 12 a.m.-6 a.m. without your ID or key will result in a Limited Access Violation. Staff will verify your residence and let you in.
  • 1st violation: warning
  • 2nd: second warning
  • 3rd or more: conduct case
• Lost or missing keys: Spare key checkouts are separate and may incur fees after the third checkout. Five or more result in a conduct violation. Lost keys may require a billed core change, especially after hours.

Safety Tip: Always lock your door, even for quick trips. Questions? Reach out to Housing@IllinoisState.edu