Complimentary shuttles will be available to transport students to and from the airport and train and bus stations on Wednesday, November 27, and Sunday, December 1. Find more information and the shuttle schedule here. Sponsored by the Students’ Association.

Several student life buildings will be closing early for Thanksgiving Break. Check the building hours of the Campus Center, Spurrier Hall, and public space in Genesee Hall and O’Brien Hall. Additionally, the following services will be closed during the break:

• Campus Information Center: Closing at 6 p.m. on November 27; reopening on December 1.
• Food Pantry: Closing at 7 p.m. on November 26; reopening on December 1.
• The Common Market: Closing at 7 p.m. on November 26; reopening on December 2.

For students staying on campus, there will be a Black Friday shopping shuttle on November 29 sponsored by Wilson Commons Student Activities.

Monday, December 2, is the last day to declare the S/F grading option for one of your courses. Please note that this is the day classes resume after Thanksgiving Break. Visit the Advising Handbook web page to learn more about the S/F grading option and reach out to your college advisor with questions.

Spring 2025 courses will have a new look and feel with the transition to Blackboard Ultra. Stop by one of the pop-up events in Rush Rhees Library to learn more about Ultra and how its features can assist you in your courses. Find more information on the Blackboard for Students web page from University IT.

• Monday, December 2, 1 to 3 p.m. in the Barbara J. Burger iZone
• Monday, December 9, 3 to 5 p.m. in Evans Lam Square

Celebrate the Class of 2025 and honorary guests at Commencement Weekend, Friday, May 16, through Sunday, May 18. The 175th Commencement Ceremony starts at 8:45 a.m. on May 16 in Fauver Stadium at the Brian F. Prince Athletic Complex on the River Campus. Explore the Commencement website for schedules, registration details, FAQs, celebration toolkit, updates, and more.