Bonfires in campus forest

Rogue fire pits in the Clarkson forest are illegal. Clarkson University is within the limits of the Village of Potsdam. Fire pits in the village require a permit or variance from the Village of Potsdam Code Enforcement Office.  The firepit in this photo was recently found unattended and smouldering. Fires like these have led to … Continue reading Bonfires in campus forest

NCC Systems on Campus Next Week

NCC Systems will be in all campus buildings next week, March 1-3, for battery load testing of our fire alarm systems.  There will be no bells or whistles for this test, however, there may be a beep at the fire panels. NCC Systems staff will be following all COVID protocols while on campus. Please email Joe … Continue reading NCC Systems on Campus Next Week

Campus Sprinkler Testing March 11 and 12

Accompanied by a member of our Maintenance team, Davis-Ulmer will be inspecting campus sprinkler systems on March 11 and 12.  This testing will take them to basements, stairwells and hallways of all buildings equipped with sprinkler systems.  The testing team will be following mandatory COVID protocol. Please email Joe McGill, jmcgill@clarkson.edu, if you have any questions … Continue reading Campus Sprinkler Testing March 11 and 12

Elevator Testing Across Campus Tomorrow

ThyssenKrupp, our elevator maintenance vendor, will be on campus tomorrow to test elevators in CAMP, ERC, Cheel, Rowley, Clarkson Hall, and Lewis House.  Each elevator will be down for approximately 30 minutes during its testing window. Testing will begin at 7:30 a.m. at Clarkson Hall and proceed through the downtown campus to the hill campus. … Continue reading Elevator Testing Across Campus Tomorrow

Please register for Zoom Training on Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention

Hello Clarkson Employees, Winter weather creates the perfect conditions for slips, trips and falls; however, slips, trips and falls can occur almost anywhere and at any time, both indoors and outdoors.  To prevent these incidents, it is important to be alert to potentially dangerous situations that could result in a slip, trip or fall. Human Resources, Environmental … Continue reading Please register for Zoom Training on Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention

New Director of Facilities and Services Announced

Sent on Behalf of CFO, Robert Cree University Community, After conducting a national search for Clarkson’s next Director of Facilities and Services, I am pleased to announce that Mike Tremper has accepted the position and will assume his new role on November 2, 2020.  This overall search was supported by a search committee that included … Continue reading New Director of Facilities and Services Announced

Door Repair to Affect Science Center Lecture Wing Tomorrow

Beginning tomorrow morning, Thursday, October 15, at 6:00 a.m. until Friday morning, October 16, at 6:00 a.m. the first floor door from the Science Center lecture wing out toward B H Snell Hall and Moore House will be closed to all but emergency traffic.  The threshold is in need of repair which will include concrete … Continue reading Door Repair to Affect Science Center Lecture Wing Tomorrow

Potsdam Campus Facilities Update

Despite the circumstances, projects and general maintenance of the campus have been able to move forward in many ways.  As restrictions ease up a bit, we are looking forward to easing our way into additional University improvements.  All contractors and personnel are following the University’s guidelines for working on campus. Cheel – Sidewalks are being poured … Continue reading Potsdam Campus Facilities Update

Schuler Recreation Facility and Updated Pool hours for Spring Break

Schuler Recreation Facility and Fuller Pool Spring Break Hours 2020 March 13-23 *You must have a Clarkson ID and a change of clean, athletic shoes to enter.* Deneka Family Fitness Center Friday, March 13                                                         Closing @7pm Saturday, March 14                                                    Open 12-6 Sunday, March 15                                                       Closed Monday- Friday, March 16-20                                    Open 7am-7pm Saturday, March 21                                                    Open 12-6 … Continue reading Schuler Recreation Facility and Updated Pool hours for Spring Break

Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for March 18

We will be flushing campus hydrants on Wednesday, March 18. As a result, you may notice the temporary presence of sediment and/or discolored water. If this occurs, please run or flush water until sediment and discoloration have dissipated. Please note that the condition is temporary and poses no health hazard. Email facilities@clarkson.edu if you have any questions.