Christmas vacation begins after the last class on Thursday, Dec. 15. Aurelius, Bonaventure, Gerard, Rooney, Saint Benedict, and Wimmer Halls will be locked from 10 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15, and will remain locked until noon on Sunday, Jan. 8. Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 9. Housing is not available during Christmas break. Any exceptions must be approved by the director of residence life by noon on Friday, Dec. 9. This includes December graduates and students who have Thursday night finals.