For Tar Heels who find themselves in the Chapel Hill area over fall break, there is still plenty to do. Check out the resources events and ways to care for yourself during the break listed below.
Campus Recreation
All facilities will close on Wed., Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. Thursday — Sunday, Rams Head Recreation Center will be open Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Carolina Dining Services
Check Carolina Dining Services hours, including dining halls and restaurants on campus. Students can also use flex to order via mobile, both at on-campus restaurants and through delivery to anywhere on campus from Takeout Central, which has access to over 30 local restaurants.
Carolina Pantry Network
The Carolina Pantry Network has locations in Bynum Hall, Bondurant Hall, and Kenan-Flager Business School, which will be open during fall break, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Carolina Cupboard will be closed on Thursday and Friday.
Carolina Union
The Carolina Union will remain open Oct. 15-16 from 7:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. It will be closed on October 17.
Downtown Chapel Hill
Head to Fridays on the Front Porch, attend a songwriters’ showcase, open mic night, or explore other weekend options.
Heels Care Network
Check out a variety of events and resources on the Heels Care Network website as you practice self-care.
Heel Life
View a number of events listed on Heel Life for students, including attending a board game night or volunteering with fellow Tar Heels with Orange County Habitat for Humanity.
Military and Veteran Student Success Center
The MVSS in Student and Academic Services Building (SASB) South will remain open to veterans and military-connected students over the break.
North Carolina Botanical Garden
Visit NatureFest at the North Carolina Botanical Garden on Oct. 17 to explore the wonders of nature through fun, hands-on activity stations set up throughout the garden, including carnivorous plants, live animal encounters, native bees, painting with acorn ink, birdwatching, leaf art and fairy house building.
Student Wellness
Student Wellness will remain open to all students during the break. Students may stop by during regular office hours (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) Thursday and Friday to enjoy coffee, tea and snacks and explore wellness resources.
UNC Campus Care at Carolina
Check the UNC Campus Care at Carolina for the most up-to-date info on availability during fall break. Counseling and Psychological Services will be open with regular hours during fall break. When UNC Campus Care at Carolina or CAPS are closed, students can receive 24/7 support by calling (919) 966-2281 for UNC Nurse Connect and on-call providers at (919) 966-3658 for CAPS 24/7.
University Library
Davis Library will have modified hours during fall break. Wilson Library will maintain standard hours during the break.
In addition, University Libraries’ online resources are available 24/7. Fall break is a great time to stream a movie, read an online book or check out the news, all free through the library system. Check out other libraries’ hours of operation.
UNC Student Stores
UNC Student Stores will maintain standard hours, which are 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. during weekdays and 10 – 6 p.m. on weekends. Student Stores Pharmacy will close at 6 p.m. on weekdays and 3 p.m. on weekends.
Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services
All confidential support and services available through Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services will remain available for students during the Thursday and Friday of fall break. To connect, please email gvsc@unc.edu or call (919) 962-1343.