University Housing & Residence Life wishes you success on your finals and congratulates you on the completion of the Fall semester! Winter Break will soon begin and we ask that all residents check out the information below, whether they are leaving for or remaining on campus for Winter Break.
University Housing & Residence Life facilities will remain open during the Winter Break. Residents are not required to move out or leave campus during the break period and there is no additional cost to remain on campus over the break.
Complete the steps for your specific situation
Steps for Residents Leaving for Break but Returning in Spring
Step 1: Complete the Winter Break Form by December 10, 2025
Step 2: Complete all Items on the Winter Break Cleaning Checklist
Step 3: Confirm apartment door is locked and have a great break
Cleaning Checklist
Wipe down and clean counters, sink, tub, shower, and toilets
Wash all dirty and put them away
Remove perishable items from the fridge
All trash, recycling and compost bins have been emptied
Floors and carpets have been cleaned
Ensure all furniture is not blocking windows or pathways
Remove all furniture/items from balconies/patios
Close and lock sliding doors and windows
Turn off all lights
Unplug appliances (except fridge/stove)
Submit maintenance requests as needed
Steps for Residents staying on campus during the Winter Break
Step 1: Complete the Winter Break Form by December 10, 2025
Step 2: Take out all trash from all spaces by December 17, 2025
Step 3: Have a great break
Steps for Approved Cancellation
Step 1: Reviewed Approved Cancellation Email
Step 2: Remove all items from unit and clean your space
Step 3: Turn in a Check Out Envelope and accompanying items (keys, to go box card, etc)
Move Out Checklist
Remove all belongings from your space
Pick up all mail/packages from the mailroom
UHRL will not forward mail left behind, it will be returned to sender
Clean your portion of the room
Clean common areas in the unit
Complete a Check out Envelope
Place any keys in the Check out Envelope
Do not place Baycard in Check out Envelope
If you do not have keys to return submit an empty Check out Envelope
Turn of Lights
Lock all doors (room, balcony/patio, etc.)
Place Check out Envelope in a Check out Box
Completing the Winter Break Form
All residents who will be living on campus for the Spring 2026 semester must complete the Winter Break Form, even if they are not staying over the break. Directions to complete the form can be found below. The form asks residents to provide information regarding whether they will be on or off campus for the break.
The Winter Break Housing Form is required so University Housing has an accurate list of residents on campus in case of a campus-wide concern or emergency that requires student notification or evacuation.
Winter Break Information Video
For more information regarding winter break tasks, services, and resources check out the video below.
Winter Break Cleaning Checklist
Each apartment/suite will have a Cleaning Checklist placed on their door. As residents leave for the break, they should mark the tasks completed and initial at the bottom of the list. Housing staff will be entering all apartments/suites – to confirm apartments/suites are clean and secure. Failure to complete items could result in charges for cleaning.
Staying for the Break?
University Housing and other campus offices/services will have limited hours over the Winter Break. Residents remaining on campus should contact the Resident Assistant (RA) on Duty if support is needed.
Resident Assistant on Duty
For after-hours, weekends, and campus closures, contact:
Residents of Calaveras, Coloma, Sierra, and Sonora: (510) 331-6172
Residents of Sequoia, Tamalpais, Shasta, and Diablo: (510) 363-5672
The Lassen office will be closed to walk-ins and phone calls from – . With the exception of campus closure dates, during this period you can email UHRL at housing@csueastbay.edu. For after-hours, campus closures, and weekend calls, contact the RA on Duty.
The mailroom will be open 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM from – .
Both the Lassen office and mailroom, as well as the ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ campus, will be closed – .
