OCSH is closed during Winter Break and the conclusion of each semester. Specific instructions on closedown procedures will be communicated, and must be followed explicitly. Residents are NOT required to bring home all of their belongings during the Winter Break, only the items they need in between semesters—residents will return to the same room (unless otherwise requesting a room change with the Housing Managers).
Prior to end of year close down, residents will be provided with specific details about what expectations must be met. In order to properly check out and avoid charges, residents must (1) be present, with all personal items removed and the apartment clean , (2) complete a walk through with an RA, (3) return all keys. Students who fail to follow these procedures will be assessed a $75 improper check-out fee and may also incur other cleaning and/or damage charges. Residents are also responsible for the condition of all common areas within their apartments.
When cleaning or damage charges occur, the fees for these damages will be charged to the responsible party when attributable. If the person causing the damage or cleanliness issues cannot be identified, the residents of the apartment will split the charges for the damage equally. Residents must leave their bedrooms and apartments in a clean condition when they check out. Failure to meet the cleaning standards will result in an extra cleaning fee (up to $75 per room/area).
Note: At the end of a semester, students must vacate OCSH within 24 hours of their last final exam or by the official end of year closedown date and time. Any requested extensions must be submitted to the Housing Manager a week in advance (there is not a guarantee a request will be approved, each is handled on an individual basis). Residents that do not move out at the appropriate times will be charged a large amount daily for remaining in OCSH.
A student residing in OCSH is liable for all charges (room and board fees, damages, electricity charges, etc.), whether or not they are staying in their assigned room, until the student has: (1) properly checked out with a OCSH staff member (2) turned in all keys to assure they are no longer gaining access to their room.