Dear Students,
Spring break takes place after the conclusion of classes on Friday, March 3, with classes resuming on Monday, March 13, 2023. Please review the following important reminders and opportunities related to spring break.
Spring Break Transportation Options
Airport shuttles will be offered to Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Dulles International Airport (IAD) from the Georgetown Bus Turnaround on Friday, March 3. Return shuttles are offered on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Advance signup is not required.
There are also GUTS-to-public transit options to DCA/IAD and Union Station, including:
- Rosslyn GUTS Route: GUTS drops off at Metro Blue line to DCA and Silver line to IAD (new). Includes new weekend 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. service.
- Dupont Circle GUTS Route: GUTS drops off near Metro Red Line to Union Station. Includes new weekend 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. service.
- Law Center GUTS Route and Downtown Shuttle Route: GUTS drops off a few blocks from Union Station. The Downtown Route now includes Sunday service.
- Georgetown-Union Station Circulator Route: There are multiple pickup locations along Wisconsin Avenue NW to Union Station for $1.
On and Off-Campus Housing
Residence halls and apartments do not close for spring break. The Harbin 104 Key room will operate normal hours of 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday – Sunday.
If you and your roommates will not be on campus over spring break, please take the following steps to appropriately prepare your space while you’re away:
- Prevent pest and rodent issues by taking out all trash and recycling, putting all food in airtight containers, wiping down surfaces and sweeping/vacuuming.
- Clean personal refrigerators and dispose of perishable food that may spoil.
- Turn the heater in your space to medium temperature or 60°.
- Unplug all electronic devices.
- Take all valuable and necessary items with you, such as your passport, photo ID, cash, medications, laptops, etc.
- Turn off all lighting.
- Close and lock all windows and doors, including the deadbolt on the main entrance to your space.
Campus Operations
- Campus Dining: Please note the spring break hours and operations for campus dining locations. Students staying on campus for spring break may use their meal plans at Epicurean.
- Mail & Packages: The Leavey Mail Room located in the North Gallery of the Leavey Center next to Royal Jacket will be open for service 9 a.m. – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. If you have any packages waiting at the Mail Room, please pick them up before departing for spring break.
- Amazon Hub Locker+: The Amazon pickup location in the Leavey Center East Hallway is open 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday -Friday; 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday.
- Bookstore: The campus bookstore will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday (closed Wednesday, Mar. 8) and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
- Food Pantry: The Hoya Hub food pantry is available during the operating hours of the Leavey Center.
- Libraries: View the schedule of spring break library hours and operations.
Public Health Reminders
Please continue to take measures to protect yourself and others against COVID-19, especially those who may be at higher risk for complications. You can do that by wearing a mask in indoor settings, washing your hands and avoiding gatherings if you have symptoms. Importantly, vaccines offer excellent protection. If you have not yet received the bivalent COVID-19 booster, and you are eligible for it, we strongly recommend that you get it.
If you are experiencing symptoms, please get tested and report any positive COVID-19 results using the COVID-19 Test Result Submission Form. If you test positive for COVID-19 while away for the holiday, you must report the test to us and complete your isolation period before returning to campus.