Fall Break
Fall break begins Saturday, November 19, and continues through Sunday, November 27. The University will be closed Thursday, November 24, through Friday, November 25, and will resume normal hours on Monday, November 28.
On-campus students
Watterson Towers, Haynie Hall, and Wright Hall will close at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 19. All students in these halls must vacate rooms by this time. Room inspections will be conducted once vacated. Students may leave their personal belongings in the room; however, they must take whatever they need for the week while on break, as no student will be allowed back into these halls for any reason. These residence halls will reopen at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 27. Hewett, Manchester, and Wilkins halls remain open during fall break, along with University Housing apartments. For more information, please visit the University Housing website.
Dining hours
Marketplace at Linkins will close on Friday, November 18, at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Sunday, November 27, at 4 p.m. Watterson Dining Commons will close on Friday, November 18, at 8 p.m. and will reopen on Sunday, November 27, at 4 p.m. For more information, please visit the Campus Dining website.
Off-campus students
Student apartments can become a target for burglary during holiday breaks. To keep your students’ possessions and residence safe, share these tips with them:
- Motivate your student to pack their car the day they go home. Leaving valuables outside in a vehicle overnight can be risky.
- Lock all doors and windows before leaving the residence.
- Keep valuables such as computers, gaming systems, or jewelry out of plain view.
- Take all valuable items with them when leaving for extended breaks.
- Keep a master list of larger, valuable items with make, model, and serial numbers, or take pictures.
- Unplug televisions, computers, gaming systems, and other appliances to protect them from power surges.
Supporting Your Student Voter
The upcoming Election Day (Tuesday, November 8) is a state holiday and campus offices will be closed/classes not in session. Illinois State University students can access information about voter registration, ways to vote, where to vote, and who is on the ballot at the Redbird Voter Guide.
University Events Calendar
Are you looking for important campus dates such as academic breaks, deadlines, or course registration? Be sure to check out the University Events Calendar, which features the academic calendar, as well as events happening around campus. If you need a calendar with important dates beyond the current academic year, please see the comprehensive calendar available through the Provost’s Office.
Winter 2022 Commencement
Winter 2022 Commencement will take place Saturday, December 17 at Redbird Arena. No tickets are needed and there is no limit on guests. Each in-person commencement ceremony will last approximately two hours. Below are the times of the two ceremonies with the respective colleges. For more information, please visit the commencement website.
- 9 a.m. — College of Arts and Sciences, College of Education, Mennonite College of Nursing, Interdisciplinary Studies, and University Studies
- 1 p.m. — College of Applied Science and Technology, College of Business, and Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts
Visitor Parking
Visitors who have business with the University may use meters or park in the Bone Student Center pay lot. Visitors who need extended parking privileges should contact the Office of Parking and Transportation.
Parking in the Bone Student Center pay lot and the South University Street Garage metered pay lot is $1.00 an hour. There is no overnight parking in the Bone Student Center pay lot. The lot is closed from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Vehicles are subject to overtime charges and towing unless removed by 4:00 a.m.
Temporary visitor permits can be obtained from the Office of Parking and Transportation during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. They are available after normal business hours from the University Police Department, 105 Nelson Smith Building. The University Police Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Prices of visitor permits are $8.00 per day, or $25.00 per week. Follow the lot and time allowances on the permit carefully to avoid receiving a citation.
For more information regarding visitor parking on evenings, weekends, at Cardinal Court, and the Alumni Center please visit the Office of Parking and Transportation website.
Student Employment at Illinois State University
Did you know studies show that students who work up to 10 hours a week have higher grade point averages than students who do not work? Good news — Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality offers numerous employment opportunities for a variety of shifts, including early mornings, midday, evenings, and many options in between. The team works with class schedules to find shifts that fit with students’ schedules.
If your student would like to improve their time management, build their resume, and learn new skills, encourage them to apply for a position at Jobs.IllinoisState.edu.
Transportation From Bloomington-Normal
The Office of Parking and Transportation has a list of out-of-town transportation options for your student.
Final Exam Resources for Your Student
Finals week will be upon us quickly after the fall break. Exams are scheduled to start on Saturday, December 10, and continue through Friday, December 16. It’s important that your student is aware of the options available to help them prepare for final exams. The Julia N. Visor Academic Center will offer Finals Blitz again this year! Finals Blitz is open to any ISU student. Students may come and go during a two-hour time slot as needed. No sign-up is required to attend a session.
Health Promotion and Wellness offers tips and programs to students for maintaining healthy living during times of stress.
Student Account Due Dates
If you are enrolled in a payment plan, payments for fall 2022 are due to the Student Accounts Office on or before the following dates:
- Fourth installment: Friday, November 11
- Fifth installment: Friday, December 9
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