MTSU will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 24, through Sunday, Jan. 3, for the university’s winter break.

Except for the University Police Department, Office of Facilities Services and other essential personnel, all university offices and departments will be closed during this time.

Closures will include the Cope Administration Building; James E. Walker Library; Student Health, Wellness and Recreation Center; Student Health Services and Campus Pharmacy; Student Union; Keathley University Center; ARAMARK/MT Dining food services; James Union Building; and all academic buildings.

The Campus Recreation Center workout facilities for students, faculty and staff will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, and from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3.

The indoor pool will remain closed through Jan. 18.

During the holiday break, the MTSU Blue Raiders men’s basketball team will play against Trevecca at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, and the Lady Raiders will host UAB women’s basketball at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3, in Murphy Center.

The university will reopen Monday, Jan. 4. Business hours will be 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Spring semester classes for students and faculty will begin Tuesday, Jan. 19.