Dear Student, 

You are right, I should have clarified. In my auto response entitled "Out of the Office" where I say I will be out of the office November 27-December 2, I should have made it more clear that I wouldn't be responding to emails. You are correct, I DO still have access to the internet and email over the holidays. I know this means that I should still be checking my work email, incessantly actually, so that I can respond to your last minute whim to register. And yes, the hold on your account was completely frivolous and had nothing to do with your lack of preparation or accountability.

Sincerely,

Me