Facilities
Working towards a safe, sustainable and reliable campus environment.
How We Can Help
We're here to support the Northwestern community.
Explore our services and find assistance.
Report an Urgent or Critical Issue
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If you observe or are aware of an urgent issue related to Northwestern’s buildings or grounds, please call Facilities immediately.
Contact Us
Call 312-503-8000 (Chicago)
Urgent Issues Include:
- Active leaks
- Power outages
- Broken windows
- Elevator issues
- Security concerns
- Active alarms
- Fallen trees
- More on critical issues
Request a Repair or Maintenance
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Facilities responds to repairs and renovation requests for University buildings and building components, the exterior and grounds, and related infrastructure.
Common Service Requests
- Keys and building access
- Plumbing
- Lighting and electrical
- Temperature and HVAC
- Elevator repair
- Grounds maintenance
- Housekeeping
- More about repairs, maintenance, and event support
Initiate a Project
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Facilities provide technical expertise and management services for the planning, design, and construction of capital and non-capital projects.
Learn more about the project process
- Capital projects
- Non-capital projects
- Project budgeting
- Overview of the project process
What We Do
Facilities serves as steward to Northwestern's physical properties while upholding key values.
Our Mission
To deliver a safe, sustainable, and reliable campus environment as a trusted business partner to the University community.
Project Highlights
Facilities works to preserve the University's heritage and pursue distinguished design; plan for maintenance and functionality; and reflect environmental responsibility.
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Mudd Hall
Northwestern renovated and expanded the existing Seeley G. Mudd Library, creating collaborative student resources and providing growth space for state-of-the-art scientific research laboratories. The building was enlarged horizontally and vertically, with two additional floors added to the existing three-story structure. In total, 120,000 gross square feet were inserted to support research for eight departments within the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences and McCormick School of Engineering. Mudd’s expansion will help Northwestern University grow and advance its research mission while providing new opportunities for students to engage with each other and with scientific research.
Announcements & Notifications
Latest Facilities happening on the Northwestern University campus.