As we approach the 2024 Winter Break, it's the perfect time to recharge, explore new opportunities, and plan for the months ahead. Whether you are;
- a student looking for resources, travel tips, or ways to make the most of your time off
- interested in how UNCP is supporting students
- looking for a platform to reserve space to serve food and goods
You have come to the right place!
Explore our curated selection of resources below and start planning for a winter break that suits your needs and goals!
Important Announcements
This week UNC Pembroke will host specialized training exercises for regional first responders, including local law enforcement and fire departments
🚨 Dec. 17-19: Law enforcement training in Village Apartments (flash-bangs, breaching explosives, etc.).
🚨 Dec. 21 - Jan. 5: Controlled burn firefighter training in Village Apartments (visible smoke expected).
Please note:
⚠️ Avoid fenced-off areas for safety.
⚠️ Expect temporary road/sidewalk closures near the site.
These exercises help prepare first responders and clear the way for the future Health Sciences Building.
For more info, please visit uncp.edu/burn
Support For Students
UNCP offices remain open normally from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through December 23, 2024.
UNCP will be closed December 24, 2024 - January 1, 2025, and will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on January 2, 2025.
Offices and services that have alternate hours during the winter break are noted below:
Campus Hours of Operation
Bookstore
December 24-January 1: Closed
Braves Resource Center (On-campus food pantry)
December 9-13: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
December 16-20: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
December 23: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 24-January 1: Closed
January 2: Resume Normal hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Chavis Student Center
Braves Shopping Shuttle (Running Normal Route)
December 12: 3 – 7 p.m.
December 16: 2 – 4 p.m.
December 20: 2 – 4 p.m.
December 23: 2 – 4 p.m.
January 2: 2 – 4 p.m.
January 6: 2 – 4 p.m.
January 9: 2 – 4 p.m.
Computer Lab
December 13: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
December 14: 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
December 15: Closed
December 16-20: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 21-22: Closed
December 23: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
HawksNest
December 13: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
December 14: Closed
December 16 - 20: 2p.m. 4p.m.
December 21 - January 1: Closed
Division of Information Technology (DoIT)
Walk-in, Phone & Email Support
Dr. Joseph B. Oxendine Administrative Building Room 160
December 2-6: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 9-13: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 16-20 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 23: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 24 – January 1: Closed
Phone and Email Support
910.521.6260, helpdesk@uncp.edu
December 2-5: 5-10 p.m.
December 9-11: 5-10 p.m.
December 24 – January 1: Closed
Classroom Technology Emergency Support
910.521.6260, helpdesk@uncp.edu
December 2-5: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
December 6: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 9-11: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
December 24 – January 1: Closed
Counseling & Psychological Services
CAPS 24/7 Hotline
24/7 phone support from licensed counselors
910.775.4749
Crisis Text Line
24/7 text support from a crisis counselor
HOME to 741741
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1.800.273.TALK
Housing & Residence Life
December 24-January 1: Closed
Please contact the staff member on call for support; call Campus Police at 910.521.6235 for emergencies.
RA on Call: 910-785-3609
Jones Center
Aquatic Center
Closed
Auxiliary Gym & Wellness Center
December 14: Closed
December 15: 1-5 p.m.
December 16 – 20: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
December 21 – 22: 1-5 p.m.
December 23: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
December 24-January 1: Closed
Mary Livermore Library
December 2-12: 7:30 a.m. – 2 a.m.
December 13: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 14-15: Closed
December 16-20: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 21-22: Closed
December 23: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 24-January 1: Closed
Student Health Services
UNC Nurse Connect After Hours: 910.521.6219, Press Option 1
Campus operational hours are subject to change at any time.
Transportation Resources and Recommendations
Southeast Area Transportation System
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Operates Monday - Friday 8:15 a.m. - 5:15 a.m
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CLOSED December 20 – 29th
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RESUMES December 30th with exception of January 1, 2025
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The Braves Share Program provides resources with a valid Braves One ID. Braves Share is sponsored through the James B. Chavis Student Center office. We provide resource support to students, student organizations and student groups to enhance campus community engagement through robust experiences at UNCP. The Braves Share Program includes items such as:
- Bicycles for local transportation (daytime only)
- Shopping bikes (tri-wheelers) to assist local shopping (daytime only)
Campus Dining Services Hours of Operation
Dining Services (Sodexo) - Fall meal plans end December 14 after lunch (12pm)
Café 641 at Livermore Library
December 11: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
December 12 – January 12: Closed
Resume normal hours on January 13
Chick-fil-A
December 11: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
December 12-13: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
December 14-January 12: Closed
Resume normal hours on January 13
EAT Café & Bites
December 11: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
December 12 – January 11: Closed
Resume normal hours on January 13
Dining Hall
December 5-13: 7:15 a.m. – 9 p.m.
December 14: 7– 10 a.m.
December 15: Closed
December 16-20: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
December 23: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
January 11: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
December 11: 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
December 12-January 11: Closed
January 13: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Papa John's Pizza
December 11: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
December 12-January 11: Closed
January 12: 4 – 10 p.m.
January 13: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Serrano
December 11: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
December 12-January 11: Closed
January 13: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Starbucks
December 5-6: 7:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
December 7: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
December 8: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
December 9-13: 7:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
December 14: 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
December 15: Closed
December 16-20: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Resume normal hours on January 13
Support from the Community
Campus and Community Members:
Looking for ways to serve UNCP this winter break? Click HAPPY HOLIDAYS to learn more!
Details to find locally supported meals and goods are located below:
Saturday, December 21 - Winter Break lunch
Where: Pine Hall Community Room
When: 11:30 a.m.
Friday, December 27 - Christmas Dinner
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
Where: Pine Hall Community Room
When: 6:00 p.m.
What is being served:
*On campus residents only
Wednesday, January 1 - New Year's Eve Event
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
Where: Courtyard Community Building
When: 10:00 p.m.
What is being served: Pizza
*On campus residents only
Monday, January 6 - Winter Break Dinner
Sponsored by Mt. Airy Baptist Church WMU
Where: Pine Hall Community Room
When: 6:00 p.m.
What is being served: Variety of Soups
Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day Lunch
Where: Pine Hall Community Room
When: 12:30 p.m., noon
What is being served: Spaghetti, Lasagna and Salad
Disclaimer: all ingredients will be listed/labled to inform students who may have allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Students, looking for things to do?
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December 17 and 19th - Volunteer Opportunity - Delivering Holiday Cards!
Facilitated by Leadership, Learning & Community
Looking for something to do? Deliver holiday cards to 2 different residencies for senior citizens on-
12/17 at 5:00 p.m.
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12/19 at 10:00 a.m.
Transportation for these events is provided. Students will meet at 901 Dogwood Ln.Sign up on UNCP Serve today!https://serve.uncp.edu/need/detail/?need_id=1027698
For More Information Contact Madison Schwenneker
Americorps VISTA: After School Corps
Dogwood Room 7 | (910) 775-4328 -