2019 Thanksgiving Break Notice
Thanksgiving Break begins Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 4:00pm and ends Monday, December 2, 2019 at 8:30am. All residence halls will be open during the break.
Dates & Information
If you are leaving during Thanksgiving Break, please remember to do the following:
- Make sure you close and lock your windows and your room and entrance doors when you are not in your room/suite.
- Close all windows, draw shades, and turn out all lights to help conserve energy.
- If possible, please turn your refrigerator to the lowest setting.
- Campus Safety recommends that all valuable articles such as computers be stored in High Security Storage located in their office in the (GIAC). You may bring your articles in Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. All articles must be boxed and clearly marked with your name and year. Articles may be picked up after the break Sunday between 5:00pm and 7:00pm, Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm. The College accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any damage to or loss of student property, wherever it is located. The College will not honor claims made against it for damage or loss and strongly recommends that personal property is adequately insured by students.
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HCA Residents:
- Please turn your thermostats down to 55 degrees.
- Campus Safety recommends that you call the office and ask for the deadlock to be put on if everyone in your apartment is going to be away. The first resident back must call to have the deadlock removed.
Most campus offices will close Wednesday, November 27th at 5:00pm. and reopen on Monday, December 2nd at 8:30am. Check below for further information.
Campus Services
Campus Safety:
- Open 24/7
- Please note: The college's parking regulations are enforced 24/7 throughout the academic year, including break periods. Please do not park in areas reserved for faculty & staff during normal business hours as staff will be working regular hours during the Thanksgiving Break.
The Coop:
- Open Wednesday, November 27th, 8:00am – 2:00pm
- Night hours closes on Tuesday, November 26th at 11:30pm
- Regular schedule resumes at 8:00am on Monday, December 2nd
Dining Center:
- Closed Wednesday, November 27that 2:00pm – Reopens Sunday, December 1st at 5:00pm
- Note: There is no meal exchange with BMC Dining unless both Dining Services are in operation.
Library Cafe:
- Open Wednesday, November 27th, 8:00am – 2:00pm
- Night hours closes on Tuesday, November 26th at 10:00pm
- Regular schedule resumes at 8:00am on Monday, December 2nd
Health Services:
- Closed Wednesday, November 27th at 12:00pm – Reopens Monday, December 2nd, 9:00 am
- In the event of an emergency during this time, call Campus Safety for transport to the Bryn Mawr Hospital Emergency Room.
- If needed over the break, call 610.896.1089 to speak to the nurse on call
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Click here for a map of local Urgent Cares if you wish to see a Health Provider for a fee.
- Note: HC Health Services has not evaluated these providers for quality of services so utilize them at your own risk.
Residential Life:
- Closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th
For other campus office hours during fall break please refer to their websites.
Transportation
The Bi-College Transportation Service is offering two runs to the airport on Wednesday, November 27th.
Please arrive early - the bus does not wait.
- The van will leave BMC Merion Ave Bus Stop at 1:00pm and at 3:00pm
- The van will then leave Haverford Stokes Hall Bus Stop at 1:15pm and at 3:15pm.
- The cost is $12.00 and there are a limited number of spots. Reservations and credit card payments can be made online at http://www.brynmawr.edu/transportation/airportshuttle.shtml. For information, call 610-526-7570.
Blue Bus:
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Wednesday, November 27th
- 9:55 p.m. Last run HC to BMC
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Thursday, November 28th
- BMC to HC: 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., & 10:00 p.m.
- HC to BMC: 7:15 p.m., 8:15 p.m., 9:15 p.m., & 10:15 p.m.
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Friday, November 29th
- BMC to HC: 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10:00 p.m., & 11:00 p.m.
- HC to BMC: 6:45 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 8:45 p.m., 9:45 p.m., 10:45 p.m., & 11:45 p.m.
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Saturday, November 30th & Sunday, December 1st
- BMC to HC: 5:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10:00 p.m., 11:00 p.m. & 12:00 a.m.
- HC to BMC: 5:15 p.m., 5:45 p.m., 6:45 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 8:45 p.m., 9:45 p.m., 10:45 p.m., 11:45 p.m., & 12:45 a.m.
- Monday, December 2nd, regular schedule resumes
Tri-Co Van:
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Wednesday, November 27th:
- 6:20 p.m. Last run SC to BMC
- 5:50 p.m. Last run SC to HC
- Monday, December 2nd, regular schedule resumes
Additional Notes:
- Quaker Bridge and ALAS are joining together to host a Thanksgiving Dinner on Friday, November 29th from 7pm-9pm in the VCAM. If you’re on campus over break, please feel free to stop by to enjoy dinner and friendship!