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
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.
Postal Services
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Red Hawk Central
Hours of Operation:
- Thursday, November 28 – Friday, November 29: Closed (No Services)
- Saturday, November 30: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Call Services Only)
- Sunday, December 1: Closed (No Services)
Red Hawk Pantry
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Residence Life
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Additional Information: Staff available to assist residents during the break. Please see the front desk or RA/CA on Duty.
Shuttle Services
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: Service stops at 11 p.m.
- Sunday, December 1: Service resumes at 12 p.m. (Noon)
Additional Information: Please use TripShot for any additional information or email us at shuttle@gxitma.net.
Sprague Library
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Bloomfield College Library
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Student Center
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Montclair Campus Student Health Center
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Bloomfield Campus Student Health Center
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 1:30-3 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed
Student Recreation Center
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: Closes at 8 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Friday, November 29: Closed
- Saturday, November 30: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Sunday, December 1: 8 a.m. – Midnight
University Bookstore
Hours of Operation:
- Wednesday, November 27: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1: Closed