05/03/2026
Whether you’re a student, staff, or faculty member preparing to leave campus for the summer, remember these protocols to save resources, prevent theft, and avoid unpleasant surprises upon your return to campus in the fall:
🔌 Unplug “vampire” electronics like chargers. Shut off and unplug all unnecessary electronics like televisions and monitors.
💡Turn off lights, copiers, and printers.
🛜 If your office space has a thermostat, do not adjust it. The majority of systems are remotely regulated campus-wide by utilities and maintenance personnel.
🔑 Close and lock all windows.
🍎 Defrost freezers and empty and unplug refrigerators. Leave refrigerator doors open. Remove any food that will spoil, and dispose of all waste in the receptacles provided in your workspace.
💎 Take all valuable items with you—don’t leave them behind.
🚲 Bicycles: If you’re leaving campus, take it with you. If you’re staying on campus for the summer, be sure to register your bike with NDPD.
💦 Ensure water fixtures and valves are completely closed with no leaks.
If you are on campus during break and notice a water leak or other facility-related issue, contact the Work Control Center at 574-631-8888.
