Notes of Unity with Barry Houser
A man who wears many hats, both figuratively and literally, Barry Houser, the Associate Director of Bands, Director of the Marching Illini, Director of the Fighting Illini Athletic Bands, and Clinical Associate Professor of Music, is the driving force behind the university’s renowned musical ensembles. He shared insights into his multifaceted career and the teamwork that makes it all possible. He emphasizes that the success … Continue reading Notes of Unity with Barry Houser
Building Tours with F&S Leaders
One of the primary and overarching priorities of F&S is to actively support the university’s core missions, which encompass education, research, and outreach. Central to this commitment is the continuous enhancement and upkeep of the facilities and grounds that make up the campus environment. To ensure that this mission is diligently carried out, F&S leaders maintain a focus on the physical state of the university. … Continue reading Building Tours with F&S Leaders
Turn the Handle: Interactive Mechanical Engineering Artistry
This just in: Just outside the east entrance of the Sidney Lu Mechanical Engineering Building (MEB) stands a new piece of public art. Called Grasp, the three metal vertical arms move back and forth with the power of a simple handle-crank on the base. On the back of the gearbox, glass panels allow the user to see the gears at work. So, give it a … Continue reading Turn the Handle: Interactive Mechanical Engineering Artistry
Illini Football Tailgate Recycling Event
In the world of college football, where fans gather to cheer on their teams, the University of Illinois took on a special mission to make these celebrations more eco-friendly. As cars rolled into the tailgating lots near Memorial Stadium for the afternoon’s game against Florida Atlantic University, an organized effort was underway to ensure that the fan experience also left a positive impact on the … Continue reading Illini Football Tailgate Recycling Event
Incoming: New and Improved Baler
Take a look at how huge this real life WALL-E is. This isn’t some far-off, future alien world though; this is right on campus at the Waste Transfer Station (WTS). F&S is working on integrating a new and improved baler machine that will more safely and efficiently do its work, something that advances the university’s sustainability and zero waste initiatives. The baler is a piece … Continue reading Incoming: New and Improved Baler
INSIDER Magazine: C-U Bikin’ Around
If you wanted to hit speeds of 15 miles per hour on a ride-share motorized bike, this is the fall to try it out. From May 22 to August 7, the university and bike sharing partner Veo conducted a pilot program to expand use to Cosmo-e bikes on campus; that was extended to this semester. The motorized class-2 e-bikes are allowed to operate on university … Continue reading INSIDER Magazine: C-U Bikin’ Around
INSIDER Magazine: These Are A Few Of Your Favorite Things
Holly ClemFacility Operations Coordinator, Animal Care, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and InnovationHolly Clem’s role is vital to the health and care of all animals on campus, so her needs are not only important, but vast. She counts eight facilities on campus under her watch. “I work with all the F&S shops and love them,” Clem said. “They take care of me. For … Continue reading INSIDER Magazine: These Are A Few Of Your Favorite Things
INSIDER PRINT EDITION
F&S INSIDER magazine prints paper copies! If you are interested in receiving a few copies of future editions free of cost, contact F&S Customer Relations & Communications at fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu. See the printed edition PDF below, for free download. Continue reading INSIDER PRINT EDITION
Growing Building Services: Window Washers
F&S established, and is growing, a window washing team that strategically cleans windows at approximately 270 campus buildings. “We are excited to grow the team and add a significant new service that will beautify campus buildings,” said Pete Varney, director of Transportation & Building Services. Varney said it had been over 10 years since this type of work has been done regularly on campus. “It … Continue reading Growing Building Services: Window Washers
Adapting Building Services: New Custodial Operations
F&S Building Service Workers (BSWs) began rolling out a new cleaning program this summer. So, when each employee received certificates honoring workshop completion, pomp and circumstance played for all. Much deserved! F&S partnered with the Cleaning Management Institute, the education division of the International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA). Approximately 40 BSWs from all three working shifts are enacting the program, which is being piloted in … Continue reading Adapting Building Services: New Custodial Operations