Academic Breaks

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Individuals experiencing homelessness or situations in which they are unable to return home, for whatever reason, during academic breaks may stay in SIU Residence Halls. Amenities include a bed, a bathroom with a shower, a communal refrigerator, a stove with an oven, a microwave, and cookware. To request housing accommodations or support for additional needs, click here. 

This downloadable PDF flyer is updated before each semester break.

Academic Break Resources (download)

SALUKI FOOD PANTRY

To view up-to-date hours for the Saluki Food Pantry, please visit the Student Center building hours.

Student Center - Lower Level
Southern Illinois University
1255 Lincoln Drive | Mailcode 4407
Carbondale, Illinois 62901

foodpantry@siu.edu 
618-536-3351

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation may be arranged in advance at Jackson County Mass Transit at 618-549-0304 or Rides Mass Transit at 1-844-220-1243.

For the Saluki Express Break Route schedule, visit their website here.