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University Center-UC 305 (Edinburg)
Casa Bella (Brownsville)
Email: home@utrgv.edu
Phone: 956-665-3439 - Edinburg
Phone Alt: 956-882-7191 - Brownsville
Fax: 956-665-5055
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Auxiliary Services Reopening update

May 28, 2020

Dear Campus Community:

Campus Auxiliary Services will begin reopening services on campus effective Monday, June 1.  We have implemented changes intended to keep our customers and employees safe and will operate in accordance with CDC, state and institutional guidelines. 

Preventive measures will be exercised including use of face coverings/masks, washing of hands, social distancing with floor markings, plexiglass barriers, de-densification by reducing to 25% occupancy, increased cleaning and disinfection practices and contactless service.  Some services will be provided on an appointment basis such as access to University Recreation or meeting room space in the Student Union.  Virtual services and activities will continue to be available throughout the summer.  Modifications may be implemented as conditions permit.

Please click here for more detailed information including:

  • Preventive measures that will be taken to safeguard our campus community and employees;
  • How to schedule an appointment to access services such as University Recreationand Student Union meeting rooms;
  • What can I expect when I return to campus?

We ask for your cooperation and patience as we begin our return to campus with everyone’s safety in mind. 

The following Campus Operations will be open on June 1st unless otherwise noted:

Campus Stores & Vaquero Tech Center

Summer Hours of operation:  Monday – Friday (10:00 am – 2:00 pm)

 Website: https://www.bkstr.com/utrgvstore

Food Services

Food service will be available in Edinburg and Brownsville during the summer.

  • Chick-Fil-A will re-open on June 4th in the Student Union in Edinburg
    • Summer Hours of service will be Monday – Thursday (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)
    • Contactless service available by ordering on GrubHub mobile app
  • Marketplace food kiosk will be available at MAIN in Brownsville on June 1st and is available 24/7.  Food offerings includes a variety of sandwiches, fruit or yogurt cups, fruit, protein bars, beverages, snacks.

Website: https://utrgvdining.sodexomyway.com/dining-near-me/resident-dining-hall

Housing and Residence Life                                                  

Student housing is available for on campus apartments for students who do not have a suitable housing alternative.  Starting on June 1, residents can apply for on campus housing and continue residing on campus with certain safety restrictions in place.

Virtual Hours of Operation (By Appointment Only): Monday – Friday (8 am – 5 pm)

Website:  www.utrgv.edu/home

Student Union

Summer Hours of Operation will be Monday – Thursday (10:00 am – 2:00 pm).

Email:  StudentUnion@UTRGV.edu

University Recreation (UREC Edinburg)

Summer Hours of Operation:      Monday – Thursday (10:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Appointment required to access the facility.  Use of fully covered gloves and face coverings/masks required.

Website:  https://www.utrgv.edu/urec/

V One Card

ID Card Office is available to serve you remotely during the summer months.  Contactless service is provided using our V OneCard GET portal.  You can submit a request for your official University issued identification card (known as V OneCard) using our Online ID Request Process (clink herefor a step by step instruction guide).  The GET portal allows you to upload your photo ID, an ID card will be printed remotely and mailed to your home address.  Super easy and no waiting in lines! 

Website: https://utrgv.edu/vonecard

 

Other:  Due to UTRGV’s offering of online courses during the summer, Transportation Services and Child Development Center will not be providing service on campus until further notice.

  home@utrgv.edu - Edinburg (956) 665-3439 Brownsville (956) 882-7191 www.utrgv.edu/home


 

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