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Campus Guide to Winter Break

Dec 22, 2025

Congratulations on completing fall semester, Vikings! We wish you a joyful, restful break.

Salem State offices continue to be available for students between fall and spring semesters. Please note that offices are closed on December 25 and January 1. Some offices may be operating remotely; it's always a good idea to double-check with the specific office you need to verify in-person hours.

Residence Halls

Halls will reopen January 18th, 2026 at 9 am; please check your Salem State email for any updates about move-in for spring 2026.

Food Pantry

Closed through 1/1/2026

1/2/26: 8 am-5 pm

1/5.26-1/16/26: Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm

Week of 1.19.26: Closed Monday 1.19.26 Holiday, Tuesday-Friday 8 am-10 pm

Students have tap access Saturday and Sunday 10 am-10 pm

Campus Shuttle

Returns on January 20

Dining

Visit the dining site for updated hours

Library

Visit the library site for updated hours

Fitness Center

Visit the campus life and rec facilities page for updated hours

Mental Health Line

Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year: 978.542.8327

Advising

Drop-in advising available for spring semester

Student Navigation Center

Operating Virtually December 24-January 2

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