As Fall 2025 starts to come to a close, many students are wondering how they can prepare for the transition into Winter Break. While all of this information (and more) has already been emailed to all of you, we know it’s a busy time of the semester and wanted to share some basic information in case the email got lost in your inbox.
- Finals Week Quiet Hours
We encourage you to respect final week’s quiet hours, which helps create an environment conducive to studying and success.
- Start: Friday, December 12th, at 11:59 p.m.
- End: Friday, December 19th, at 6 p.m.
Students may engage in moderate activities like vacuuming or moving furniture during Daily Relaxed Quiet Hours (11am-1pm and 4pm-7pm), but overall noise should remain minimal.
- Winter Break Housing and Desk Operations
- The front desk of most residential halls will close at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 19th, and will reopen at 10 a.m. Sunday, January 18th.
- Only the front desk at Suites@201 will be open during the break, with desk operations daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For students staying during the break, registration is required via the UWSP Housing Portal under “Winter Break Housing Registration.” There is no additional cost for students with Spring 2026 housing assignments.
- Departure Checklist for Students Returning in Spring
Prepare your room to avoid fees or damage charges:
- Remove all trash and recycling
- Ensure the heat is ON, windows are locked, and unused electronics are unplugged.
- Take home perishable items.
- Lock the door and bring all the keys home.
Health and Safety Checks will occur after the final exam period to verify completion of these tasks.
- For Students NOT Returning for Spring 2025
Students who are graduating, studying abroad, or leaving UWSP for other reasons must complete an in-person checkout with a Resident Assistant (RA) by Friday, December 20th, at 6 p.m.
Follow these steps:
- Submit a Spring 2026 cancellation request if not already done.
- Remove all personal belongings and clean your room throughly (dust, vacuum, empty trash, and adjust bed height).
- Close and lock all windows.
Common Checkout Fees:
- Improper Checkout: $50
- Cleaning Fees: $30+ (depending on severity)
- Lost Key: $50
- Late Checkout: $25 per every 15 minutes past 6 p.m .on Friday, December 19th
- Important Dates Remember
- December 12: Finals Week Quiet Hours begin.
- December 19: Fall Semester Ends.
- December 31: Deadline for Spring 2026 meal plan changes.
- January 18: Residence halls front desks reopen at 10 a.m.
By staying proactive and following these guidelines, you can finish the semester smoothly and avoid unnecessary stress or fees. If you have any questions or concerns, the Housing Portal and hall staff are available to assist you!
We hope everyone enjoys the Winter Break!
