News and Announcements
Read recent announcements from Facilities Management. For an archive of earlier posts, visit the For 2014 and Earlier webpage
August 6, 2018Northwestern on "Beautiful Campuses" list"The 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America" list, by Condé Nast Traveler, includes Northwestern's Evanston campus. Read more... |
October 31, 2017Sheridan Road construction completedNew bike |
August 24, 2017NU solar house heads to energy competition in DenverBuilt by a team of Northwestern University students, Enable is a 100-percent solar-powered home. Read more... |
March 7, 2017Reservoir Lot to reopenOn Monday, March 27, 2017, parking lot 104 located at the intersection of Lincoln Street and Campus Drive, also known as the Reservoir Lot, will reopen to faculty, staff, and students with active permits. For permits, contact the Parking Office located inside the Segal Visitors Center. |
January 3, 2017A look back on Northwestern in 2016: |
September 28, 2016No electricity in Pancoe & SilvermanStarting Friday, September 30, 2016, at 6:00 a.m. through Sunday, October 2, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. Pancoe Life Science and Silverman East will be open for limited operations. We ask all occupants to keep their electrical power usage to a minimum as upgrades to the main switchgear will be performed during this time. |
September 19, 2016Rebuilding togetherNorthwestern staff members, including some FM staff, teamed up with the City of Evanston and Rebuilding Together North Suburban Chicago, a non-profit group, to improve the homes and lives of Evanston residents in need. Read more... |
September 13, 2016Hogan Hall CLOSEDBeginning Friday, September 16, 2016, at 6:00 a.m. through Sunday, September 18, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., Hogan Hall will be closed due to a power shutdown for maintenance upgrades. Only emergency power will be provided to the building during this period. |
June 3, 2016The Bike Commuter ChallengeThe Bike Commuter Challenge from June 10 - 17, 2016, is an annual event that encourages new and experienced riders to get out and |
May 22, 2016Campus drive detourAs part of the Wirtz renovation, a portion of Campus Drive (just south of turn-around) will be closed to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic from June 6-15, 2016. [See map for detours and details.] |
April 14, 2016Miss Town Hall?You can view the presentation here. |
March 23, 2016Understated goldThe new NU Sailing Center, which opened in 2014, has received a LEED GOLD rating. |
March 1, 2016University Library hoursDuring Reading Week, University Library is open 24 hours starting at |
March 1, 2016Water shut-off on Evanston campusBeginning March 14, 2016, waterlines to several Northwestern buildings on the Evanston campus will be shut off due |
February 15, 2016FM Customer Service is now available by phone on both campuses from7:00am to 7:00pm. Evanston: (847) 491-5201 Chicago: (312) 503-8000 |
February 7, 2016Sheridan Road to be closed February 9All northbound traffic will be rerouted off Sheridan Road between Colfax and Lincoln streets Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2016, due to water main line improvements. Read more... |
December 30, 2015Sheridan Road Work Starts January 25Water main repairs begin on Sheridan Road in Evanston on Monday, January 25. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Get more information on the City of Evanston's website. |
October 22, 2015Ventilation shutdown at TechThe ventilation system at the Technological Institute in E, N, and K wings will shut down for inspection on Friday, October 23, 2015, from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00For more information, contact Jim McKinney at 708-955-9625. |
October 1, 2015Automated garage accessThe North and South parking garages now have gate access control equipment at the entrances. Permit holders may enter and exit by swiping their Wildcards. Visitor parking is also available in the garage for an $8.00 daily fee. Click here for details. |
September 10, 2015Staff Resources webpageWith directory listings, shuttle schedules, training manuals, calendars and more, the Staff Resources webpage makes your job easier. |
September 9, 2015Water shutdownOn Thursday, September 10, 2015, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., water services at Ryan Hall and Silverman West will not be available.For more information, please contact Kit Ramos at 847-467-1106. |
September 4, 2015Labor Day Shutdown noticesThe Central Utility Plant of the Facilities Management Department on the Evanston Campus will be shut down to perform routine annual maintenance beginning Friday, September 4, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. Several buildings will be affected over the weekend. [Read more...] |
September 3, 2015Fence between Cook and Francis SearleUntil September 28, 2015, there will beFor additional information please contact Quentin Bruhn at 847-491-5111. |
September 2, 2015Road construction in EvanstonStreet resurfacing, along with curb replacement and installation of ADA accessible curb ramps, will take place on Foster St. between Ridge Ave. and Maple Ave., beginning September 8, through October 2015. "No parking" signs will be posted 48 hours before work begins on any street. |
August 7, 2015Run for Walk, August 9, 2015From approximately 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2015, Sheridan Road from Lincoln St. on the north to Clark Street on the south, Lincoln Street from Jackson Street on the west to the campus lakefront on the east, will be closed for the Run for Walk. Traffic will intermittently be allowed to cross the race course, but alternate routes are advised. Please also consider using alternate parking |
July 17, 2015No elevator at Alice Millar/Parkes HallThe elevator at Alice Millar/Parkes Hall will be out of service and under reconstruction through January 2016, in order to become ADA compliant. |
July 27, 2015Emergency response training this weekNU's Evanston campus will host a series of practice drills July 28 through 30, 2015, for the Evanston Fire Department (EFD) and other area emergency teams.Simulated emergency rescue situations will be staged outdoors near the Tech loading dock of the Hogan Biological Sciences Building. This area will provide direct access |
June 16, 2015Parking During CommencementNorthwestern University's 157th Commencement will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2015, at Ryan Field. Faculty and staff are encouraged to use public transportation or park in lots west of Sheridan Road such as Engelhart Lot (lot # 239, located at Foster Street/Maple Avenue). Read more... |
June 15, 2015We have a winner!Allison Hoffman is the winner of the FM newsletter 2015 Summer edition puzzle contest. Congrats!To see the answer click here. Comments on this issue or ideas/articles for upcoming issues can be sent to fm-newsletter@northwestern.edu. |
May 8, 2015The worth of waterThroughout the month of June 2015, FM will be performing Underground Utility Water Leak Testing campus-wide. Read more... |
May 8, 2015Street resurfacing in EvanstonStarting the week of May 11, 2015, resurfacing work will being on six street segments in Evanston. Read more... |
May 8, 2015Sewer work behind SeaburyOn Tuesday, May 12, 2015, the City of Evanston will be doing sewer work in the alley west of Seabury, between Garrett Pl and Haven St. Work is scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Traffic in the vicinity may be affected. |
April 30, 2015Key step in athletics complexConstruction to begin on training/competition venues for new athletics and recreation complex. Read more... |
March 23, 2015The Story of Fisk HallOn April 17, 2015, at 12:00 p.m. in Fisk 311, Roger Boye will tell the story of "Northwestern's Most Historic Building" designed in the 1890s by Daniel Burnham and Co. Click here for details. |
March 23, 2015Turn it off for Earth Hour 2015 on Saturday!For one hour on Saturday, March 28, 2015, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., individuals, businesses, landmarks |
March 23, 2015From Monday, March 23 until Friday, March 27, 2015, the water-damaged vinyl floor tiles at Pancoe’sFor more information, please contact Kit Ramos at 847-467-1106 |
March 12, 2015Play on!On Monday, March 30, 2015, the new Music Building will be open for business. Absolutely one of the brightest new jewels in NU's architectural crown, it's worth a gander, so stop by. |
March 16, 2015Cook Hall water shutdownThursday, March 19, 2015, from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Cook Hall First Floor all water services (industrial and domestic) which cover lab faucets, washrooms, eyewash stations, drinking fountains, and emergency showers in Cook Hall’s first floor will not be available.For more information, please contact Kit Ramos at 847-467-1106. |
March 12, 2015Cook Hall ventilation shutdownOn Sunday, March 15, 2015, from 12:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., both outdoor air supply and general/fume hood exhaust at Cook Hall’s East zone, will unavailable to allow for the servicing and maintenance of the exhaust fan system.For additional information, please contact David McElroy at 847 467-2487. |
March 10, 2015Pancoe Hall ventilation shutdownStarting Saturday, March 14, 2015, from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., steam-supported services at Pancoe’s North and South wings, and Silverman East will not be available. This includes ventilation (outdoor air supply and exhaust), hot water, perimeter or baseboard heating, autoclaves and glasswashers.Before leaving on Friday, March 13, 201, fume hood users are advised to close sashes and cover containers of fume-generating substances. For details contact Paul Zint at 847-815-4693.> |
March 1, 2015Meet your new best friendVisit FM's new Staff Resources webpage. With directory listings, shuttle schedules, training manuals, calendars and more, your job just became easier. |
February 10, 2015New VP of Facilities namedJohn D’Angelo Jr. has been chosen as NU’s next vice president for FM and will oversee the University’s physical assets on its three campuses. Read a story on Northwestern News page. |
February 1, 2015The walls come tumbling downPhase 1 of the Kresge Hall renovation involves interior abatement and demolition, as well as relocation and separation of mechanical systems servicing both Kresge and Crowe Hall.[Watch the video.] |
January 15, 2015Reservoir Lot Closed as of January 19, 2015Starting Monday, January 19 through Sunday, March 29, 2015, the Reservoir Lot (Lincoln Street and Campus Drive) will be cleared of cars for the winter months, at the request of the City of Evanston. Daily and monthly parkers should use the new North Garage. This includes R-Permit parkers. Please contact Parking Services at 847-491-3319 for additional information. |
January 15, 2015On Saturday, January 17, 2015. from 7:00 a.m. until 11 a.m. the following services will be unavailable at 1801 Maple1. Ventilation: outdoor air supply and fume hood/general exhaust, will not be available throughout the building. Kindly cover all containers of fume-generating substances and close all sashes. 2. Electrical service throughout the building will not be available. Only emergency generator-supported convenience outlets (red) will be energized and life-safety systems available. 3. No city water-supported services will be available throughout the building. For additional information contact Dave McElroy at (847) 467-2487. |