The University’s extended Winter Break begins at the end of the workday on Monday, December 22, 2025, with normal operations resuming on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Most offices will be closed during this time; exceptions and support resources are outlined below.

Emergency Services

In the event of an emergency, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Brown Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are available 24/7, including during Winter Break and Winter Session. Any member of the Brown community can call 401-863-3322 for assistance.

24/7 Student Support Resources

The following resources are available for currently enrolled students who are on or away from campus during the Winter Break:

• The Administrator on Call (AOC) is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to assist currently enrolled students – on or away from campus – with urgent matters. To reach the AOC, which is staffed by staff in the Division of Campus Life, call 401-863-3322 and ask to speak to the Administrator on Call. Visit the Administrator on Call webpage for more information.
• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides urgent care for students through TimelyCare Teletherapy or by calling CAPS on Demand at 401-863-3476. Visit the CAPS website for more information.
• Student Health Services is available to students for 24/7 nursing advice; call 401-863-1330. For emergency medical care, call 401-863-4111 to be connected with the appropriate resources. Visit the Student Health Services website for more information.
• BWell Health Promotion staffs the Sexual Assault Response Line, a 24-hour, confidential telephone line for crisis response in an incident of sexual or interpersonal violence. Call 401-863-6000 to reach a counselor.

Housing

Residence halls will close at noon on Sunday, December 21, 2025, following the conclusion of the final exam period on Saturday, December 20. All card access will be disabled at that time, except for students with prior approval to remain on campus. Should students need to adjust their departure or arrival dates, they should contact the AOC for assistance. (Please note that approval for winter break housing does not include winter break meal services; see the dining section below.) Residence Halls will reopen on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 8 a.m. Visit the ResLife website for more information on Winter Break housing. 

Dining

Dining operations will be limited during Winter Break and Winter Session. Fall 2025 meal plans expire at the conclusion of final exams on Sunday, December 21. All Dining facilities will be closed on Monday, December 22, to prepare for winter service. Dining operations will be limited during Winter Break and Winter Session until spring move-in. For more details, including winter operational hours, refer to the Dining Services website.

Shuttle Service

For more information and an up-to-date schedule, visit the Transportation website. 

Library

For more information about the University Library’s limited building hours and services during Winter Break, visit the Library website. 

Brown Bookstore

Recreation

Brown Recreation will have adjusted operational hours during the Winter Break. For more information, visit Brown Recreation’s website to view them on the slider.

Programming and Events

Many offices provide programming and events to support students who remain on campus during Winter Break and Winter Session. Find events on Today@Brown, Events@Brown, the Campus Life Events webpage, or check your email for more information. 

Resources and Guidance for the International Community

Visit the Office of Global Engagement for guidance and information about traveling during Winter Break. 

The Global Brown Center offers resources and programs for members of our global community who remain on campus or around campus during the break. Visit the GBC’s Winter Resources webpage for more information.