All Things Student Life for Spring Term

Housing

If you requested a change to your spring housing assignment over the winter break/Field Work Term (FWT) please log into StarRez to see your updated housing assignment.  

Storage

Third Street, Welling, McCullough, Leigh and Woolley Apartments, Orchard B & C, Jennings Cottage residents, the Averdi storage containers will be open on the following days & times:

• Saturday, February 15 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Sunday February 16 from 9:00 am-4:00 pm
• Monday, February 17 from 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Containers need to be completely empty by Tuesday, February 18. Any remaining items remaining will be donated to TAPA (thrift apparel, public apparel). This is a place on campus where students can find warm clothing, bedding, and many other items.  

Spring End-of-Term Information

At the end of spring term, there is a very tight turnaround to get campus ready for summer programs—MFA faculty and staff will arrive June 4 and the students will arrive on June 5. Support your housekeepers and other Buildings and Grounds as well as Student Life staff by moving out of your spring assigned housing by the following deadline:

• Undergraduates not participating in Commencement need to move out of their houses by noon on Friday, May 30, 2025.
• Seniors who are graduating need to move out of their house by 4:00 pm on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

You can help prepare for summer by beginning to pack early, making donations throughout the term to TAPA, and thinking about travel dates, airfares, and summer storage options (see listings below). There is no on-campus storage over the summer.

• Boomerang Storage
• MiBox Storage: 802-242-2022
• Bennington Self Storage: Bennington, VT 802-447-3238 
• All Seasons Moving & Storage: Arlington, VT 802-375-9028 
• Cambridge Valley Self Storage: Cambridge, NY 518-727-2002

More information will be sent to students later in the term.

Commons Dining

• Monday-Friday

  • Continental Breakfast | 7:30-8:00 am
  • Hot Breakfast | 8:00-9:30 am
  • Lunch | 11:30 am-2:00 pm
  • Dinner | 5:00 pm-7:00 pm

• Saturday-Sunday

  • Continental Breakfast | 8:30 am-11:00 am
  • Brunch | 11:00 am-1:00 pm
  • Dinner | 5:00-7:00 pm

Roz's Cafe

• Monday-Thursday
  • 8:30 am–5:00 pm
• Friday
  • 8:30 am–10:00 pm
• Saturday
  • 2:00 pm-10:00 pm
• Sunday
  • CLOSED

Bookstore

The Bookstore hours are 9:00 am until 7:00 pm Monday through Friday, and 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.

Post Office

The Post Office and package pick up in Buildings & Grounds are open Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm.

Office of Student Engagement

• Jenny Morgan joins student engagement and will be in charge of international student services, from onboarding documents to event planning and hosting. Keep an eye out for posters of events and follow the instagram @bennington.international.
• In addition, Jenny Crowell steps into her new position as the head of programming and events for student engagement. See her in person in Upcaf or send her an email at jennifercrowell@bennington.edu Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram (@pacbennington) for more news, resources, and events!
• Xander Holt is still the main resource to go to for clubs and orgs, athletics or things related to the Meyer Rec Barn. Keep an eye out for the clubs and orgs fair hosted in the Student Center March 1st from 2-4 PM. Come check out campus clubs and organizations, meet club leaders, get up to date information about plans for the semester, and more. Specific club and organization timeframes will be posted around campus as we get closer to the event date(s).
• Cross-country skis, snowball makers, plastic sleds and snowshoes are available to borrow this winter. Email xanderholt@bennington.edu! Keep an eye out for posters detailing open hours for the gym as well as additional classes or events being hosted there!

International Students

F-1 international students with a new, initial I-20 are required to submit a SEVIS Check-In form to report their arrival on campus. If you are a new international student or are returning from a leave of absence, please submit this form here. 

F-1 international students continuing their studies will no longer be asked to submit a SEVIS Check-In form at the start of each term. Please remember that all F-1 international students must be registered for a full-time course load (at least 12 credits) in order to maintain their visa status. If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Morgan, Assistant Director of International Student Services.

Computer Anti-Virus Software

IT@Bennington would like to remind you to update your anti-virus software before reconnecting to the campus network, as you are responsible for keeping your computer virus-free while connected to the network. If you need an Anti-Virus Program and prefer not to purchase one, there are many great options available for free on both Apple and Windows operating systems.

Campus Safety and Parking

Vehicle Registration: Students who have a vehicle on campus and do not already have a 2024-2025 decal must register it with Campus Safety. Any vehicle parked on campus without a valid parking sticker will be subject to citation or removal.

You can register your vehicle online in the StarRez portal. Once you've logged in using your Bennington credentials, click the "Car/Parking Registration" link in the top left, and fill out and submit the form. The cost is $50 for the academic year. Your account will be billed automatically.

Please bring a copy of your registration and current insurance to the Campus Safety booth to get your sticker and complete registration.

Parking: Parking is permitted in the VAPA, Alabama, and Ohio Lots. Parking in visitor parking, fire lanes or reserved spaces may result in ticketing, vehicle immobilization, or towing.

Student Health Center

Health Services and Counseling and Psychological Services will open for regular business on Monday, February 17.

Health Insurance

• It is mandatory that all full-time Bennington College students be covered by a health insurance policy and have that policy on file with the Student Health Center. Students must provide proof of health  insurance coverage. If you do not have and fail to provide proof of insurance coverage, you will not be able to enroll in classes.
• For returning students, if your insurance has changed, please submit a new Proof of Health Insurance. Example: If you received a new health insurance ID card, please submit the new information.
• International students who are new or returning from leave, are required to purchase the IFS Secure Plus policy by February 1 for coverage starting February 15. If proof of coverage is not provided by February 1, the College will purchase the IFS plan on the student’s behalf and will post the cost to the student bill with a $100 administrative fee.
• Be aware that Bennington College Health Center charges usual and customary fees, just like any private doctor’s office.
• We are committed to providing equitable care to all students. If a student has concerns about costs they can request financial consideration and cost reduction through our appeal process. Appeal forms are available at the front desk or via email.

If you have questions, feel free to contact Health Services at (802) 440-4426 or email Health Services.