November 21, 2024

What’s Open During the Thanksgiving Break

University and Student Support Services during the 2024 Thanksgiving Break.

Posted in: Announcements, Dine on Campus, Facilities, Featured News, Parking and Shuttle, Red Hawk Central, Red Hawk News, Wellness

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Thanksgiving Break is just around the corner and whether you’re staying on campus, heading home or taking it easy, it’s good to plan ahead. During the break, some campus services and facilities will have adjusted hours to make sure you still have access to the essentials. From dining options to study spaces and everything in between, we’ve compiled all the details to help you navigate what’s open and when.

Montclair Campus Center for Academic Success & Tutoring

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed

Additional Information: A virtual-only study hall will be available on Sunday, December 1, 6-8 p.m.

Bloomfield Campus The Office of Tutoring, Writing and Academic Support Services

Hours of Operation:

In-Person Tutoring and Writing Consultations:
- Wednesday, November 27 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
The Office of Tutoring, Writing and Academic Support Services (OTWASS):
- Wednesday, November 27 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Online Tutoring via Tutor.com (Canvas – Available 24 Hours a Day):
- Wednesday, November 27
- Saturday, November 30
- Sunday, December 1

Center for Writing Excellence

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27 – Saturday, November 30: Closed
Sunday, December 1: 4-8 p.m.

Computing Labs

Hours of Operation:

Information Commons Lab University Hall, Room 5007:
- Wednesday, November 27: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Sprague Library Laptop Lending Lab:
- Wednesday, November 27: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed

Counseling and Psychological Services

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed

Additional Information: To reach a licensed mental health clinician after hours or over break, please call the CAPS front desk at 973-655-5211 and select option ‘2’. In addition, Montclair State University students, faculty and staff are encouraged to register for free online mental health support through TAO Connect. Free teletherapy for students is available through Uwill.

Dining Venues

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27:
- Sam’s Place: 7 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Freeman Dining Hall: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Panera: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Dunkin’: 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday, November 28:
- Sam’s Place: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Happy Thanksgiving!)
Friday, November 29 – Saturday, November 30: Limited hours. Check dining schedules for details.
Sunday, December 1: Meal plans begin at 4 p.m.
- Sam’s Place: 4-8:30 p.m.
- Freeman Dining Hall: 4-8 p.m.
- Yella’s: 7 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Disability Resource Center

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed

Health Promotion (Drop-In Center)

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed

ID Cards

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed

IT Service Desk

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday, November 27: 7 a.m. – Midnight
Thursday, November 28: Closed
Friday, November 29 – Saturday, November 30: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Phone Support Only)
Sunday, December 1: 12-9 p.m. (Phone Support Only)

Parking Services

Red Hawk Deck: Gates will remain open from Wednesday, November 27, 11 p.m. to Friday, November 29, 7 a.m. The Parking Services office will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and will reopen on Friday, November 29, 7 a.m.
Parking Regulations: Beginning Wednesday, November 27 at 4:30 p.m., weekend parking regulations apply to both Commuters and Resident students. Normal operations will resume on Monday, December 2.
NJTransit Parking Deck: The NJ Transit Parking Office will close on Wednesday, November 27, at 11 p.m. and reopen on Friday, November 29, at 7 a.m.

This closure will NOT affect NJ Transit permit holders. You can access the NJ Transit Parking Deck using your key cards as usual. Additionally, NJ Transit permit holders (with permits issued by Montclair State University) may park in the Commuter Surface Lots and Red Hawk Deck from Wednesday, November 27, at 11 p.m. through Friday, November 29, until 7 p.m., free of charge.

*Weekend parking regulations are currently in effect. Please ensure you are following the designated rules for weekend parking on campus.