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Key Dates for 2024-2025

Current Residents

What to do and when to do it! Key dates and deadlines for living in OSU Housing from move-in to move-out. Information below may be updated as needed.

 

Note: During breaks and holidays, the residential halls stay open so you can come and go as needed.


Fall 2024

  • (Aug. 12-14) Fall 2024 Move-In Days

    To plan your move, visit Move-In Overview

    • Monday, August 12 (Sorority Recruitment)
    • Tuesday, August 13 (Admitted Students Day)  
    • Wednesday, August 14 and Thursday, August 15 (General Move In)
  • (Sept. 2) Labor Day
    • Housing and Residential Life Offices are closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024
  • (Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. through Nov. 6 at 3 p.m.) Request to Change Room Assignments may be made during this time frame.
    • Requests are processed pending the availability of rooms. For detailed information and instructions, visit Request to Change Rooms.
  • (Nov. 18-22) Home Improvement Week
    • Does something in your space need repaired? Broken blinds? Stopped up sink? Drawer won't shut?
    • We ask that you report any wear and tear so we can get it fixed.
    • Call HRL Facilities Office 405-744-8510
  • (Nov. 25-29) Student Break/Thanksgiving Break

    Student Fall Break (No Classes)

    • Monday, November 25 through Wednesday, November 27
    • The halls are open from Saturday, November 23 through Sunday, December 1. You may come and go as needed.

    Thanksgiving Break

    • Thursday, November 28 through Friday, November 29
    • Housing and Residential Life Offices are closed for Thanksgiving Break on Nov. 28-29, 2024. All offices will follow OSU's hours of operation. Regular hours resume Monday, December 2, 2024.
  • Student Break/Thanksgiving Break: Desk and Maintenance Services

    • Family Resource Center is closed from Wednesday, November 27 through Sunday, December 1.
    • On-call staff is available.
    • University Laundry and the Brumley Laundry will be open during the break.
    • If you need FRC assistance during the break, call  405-564-4028.

    Maintenance Assistance

    • If you have maintenance issues during office hours, contact the HRL Facilities Office at 405-744-8510.
    • If there is an emergency maintenance issue, contact OSU Facilities Management at  405-744-7154.
  • Student Break/Thanksgiving Break: Prepare Your Space Before You Leave

    Follow these precautions to secure your home and prevent weather-related issues:

    • Unplug appliances/electronics (except refrigerator).
    • Set thermostats to HEAT, AUTO, and between 70-75 degrees (even if it is 80 degrees the day you leave!).
    • Take trash and recycling to the appropriate dumpster.
    • Clear your floor and breezeways of books, boxes, electronics and personal items.
    • Open cabinets under bathroom and kitchen sinks.
    • Remove food that will be spoiled from your refrigerator and your room.
    • Turn off lights, lower shades and tilt blinds up.
    • Lock doors including bedroom and patio/balcony.
    • Pick up mail and take all valuables and pets with you.
    • Hall staff may enter your space to ensure it is ready for a freeze. 
  • (Dec. 8-14) Finals Week Quiet Hours
    • Beginning the Sunday before finals week, Housing and Residential Life adheres to 24-hour quiet hours for the benefit of those studying for final exams. During Finals Week Quiet Hours, audible sounds should not be heard beyond the boundaries of the resident’s room/unit. 
    • The 24-hour quiet hour period ends on Friday of finals week at 5 p.m. Residents are always expected to be courteous to others in their community. Compliance is necessary to ensure an environment for academic success. 
  • (Dec. 13) Semester ends. Make plans for move-out if you graduating or leaving OSU Housing.
  • (Dec. 15-Jan. 12) Student Winter Break

    Sunday, December 15 through Sunday, January 12, 2025.

    • The halls are open. You may come and go as needed.
  • Student Winter Break: Prepare Your Space Before You Leave

    Follow these precautions to secure your home and prevent weather-related issues:

    • Unplug appliances/electronics (except refrigerator).
    • Set thermostats to HEAT, AUTO, and between 70-75 degrees (even if it is 80 degrees the day you leave!) 
    • Take trash and recycling to the appropriate dumpster.
    • Clear your floor and breezeways of books, boxes, electronics and personal items.
    • Open cabinets under bathroom and kitchen sinks.
    • Remove food that will be spoiled from your refrigerator and your room.
    • Turn off lights, lower shades and tilt blinds up.
    • Lock doors including bedroom and patio/balcony.
    • Pick up mail and take all valuables and pets with you.
    • Hall staff may enter your space to ensure it is ready for a freeze. 
  • Student Winter Break: Desk and Maintenance Services

    Visit DESK SERVICES for hours of operations


    Visit Family Resource Center for hours.

    • On-call staff is available. 
    • University Laundry and the Brumley Laundry will be open during winter break. 
    • If you need FRC assistance during the break, call  405-564-4028.

    Maintenance Assistance
    • If you have maintenance-related issues during office hours, contact the HRL Facilities Office at  405-744-8510.
    • If something happens after-hours, contact OSU Facilities Management at  405-744-7154.
  • (Dec. 23-Jan 1) University Holiday
    • All offices, including Housing and Residential Life, will follow OSU's hours of operation.
    • Offices will be closed Monday, December 23, through Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
    • Regular hours resume Thursday, January 2, 2025

» Spring 2025

  • (Jan. 1) New Year's Day
    • Housing and Residential Life Offices are closed for New Year's Day on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
    • Setting off fireworks inside Stillwater city limits is illegal.
  • (Jan. 14-30) Housing registration for 2025-2026 for current residents
  • (Jan. 20) MLK Day 2025
    • Housing and Residential Life Offices are closed for Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 20, 2025.
  • (Jan.22-March 5) Requests for room change assignments opens
  • (March 17-21) Spring Break 2025
    • The halls are open. You may come and go as needed.
    • Housing and Residential Life Offices are open during Spring Break. No classes for students.
  • Student Spring Break: Desk and Maintenance Services

    Visit Family Resource Center for hours.

    • On-call staff is available. 
    • University Laundry and the Brumley Laundry will be open during break.
    • If you need FRC assistance during the break, call 405-564-4028.

    Spring Severe Weather Information

    • Be sure to review the ResLife's Severe Weather webpage for important information.

    Maintenance Assistance
    • If you have maintenance-related issues during office hours, contact the HRL Facilities Office at 405-744-8510.
    • If something happens after-hours, contact OSU Facilities Management at 405-744-7154.
  • Student Spring Break: Prepare Your Space Before You Leave

    Follow these precautions to secure your home and prevent weather-related issues:

    • Unplug appliances/electronics (except refrigerator).
    • Set thermostats to HEAT, AUTO, and between 70-75 degrees (even if it is 80 degrees the day you leave!) .
    • Take trash and recycling to the appropriate dumpster.
    • Clear your floor and breezeways of books, boxes, electronics and personal items.
    • Open cabinets under bathroom and kitchen sinks.
    • Remove food that will be spoiled from your refrigerator and your room.
    • Turn off lights, lower shades and tilt blinds up.
    • Lock doors including bedroom and patio/balcony.
    • Pick up mail and take all valuables and pets with you.
    • Hall staff may enter your space to ensure it is ready for a freeze. 
  • (March 24-28) Home Improvement Week
    • Does something in your space need repaired? Broken blinds? Stopped up sink? Drawer won't shut?
    • We ask that you report any wear and tear so we can get it fixed. Call HRL Facilities Office 405-744-8510
  • (May 4-9) Finals Week Quiet Hours
    • Beginning the Sunday before finals week, Housing and Residential Life adheres to 24-hour quiet hours for the benefit of those studying for final exams. During Finals Week Quiet Hours, audible sounds should not be heard beyond the boundaries of the resident’s room/unit. 
    • The 24-hour quiet hour period ends on Friday of finals week at 5 p.m. Residents are always expected to be courteous to others in their community. Compliance is necessary to ensure an environment for academic success. 
  • (May 10 at 10 a.m.) Spring Move-Out

    Review  Move-Out Overview for detailed information.

    • Move-out must be completed 24-hours after your last final. However, all residents must be moved out by Saturday, May 10 at 10 a.m.
    • Graduating seniors have until Sunday, May 11 at 10 a.m. to move out.

» Summer 2025 

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