Facilities Management supports Connecticut College’s mission by providing sustainable and efficient stewardship of the campus environment in a manner that is respectful, collaborative and professional.

In partnership with Sasaki Associates, Connecticut College produced a Campus Master Plan to complement and support the College’s strategic plan, Building on Strength. 

Campus Infrastructure

Facilities Management is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the infrastructure that underpins campus operations. This includes both routine and capital replacement efforts that ensure campus safety, functionality, and resilience.

Core Campus Systems We Manage

System Type

Examples

Building Structure

Foundations, framing, roofing

Exterior Envelope

Windows, doors, weatherproofing

HVAC Systems

Central heating/cooling systems, ductwork

Electrical Systems

Electrical panels, wiring, lighting infrastructure

Plumbing

Water lines, sewer systems, drains, fixtures

Fire Protection

Alarms, sprinklers, fire extinguishers

Utilities Distribution

Gas, water, electric, steam

Elevators & Accessibility

Elevators, lifts, and code-compliant accessibility systems

Interior Finishes

Flooring, ceilings, walls (when integrated with the building design)

Hardscapes

Sidewalks, parking lots, and paved exterior areas

Specialty Installations

Fixed stage rigging, counterweight systems, catwalks in performance spaces

What Facilities Does Not Manage: Department-Owned Equipment

Some equipment is considered department-owned, meaning it is funded, operated, and maintained by individual programs or administrative units. These items are typically movable, non-essential to the base operation of the building, or tied to specific program needs.

Examples by Program Area

Academic Programs
  • Laboratory equipment (centrifuges, spectrometers)
  • Smart boards, projectors, AV gear
  • 3D printers, CNC machines
  • Mobile furniture and department-specific seating
  • Departmental computers, printers, and server racks
  • Standalone specialty fume hoods

Athletic Programs

  • Weights, cardio machines, portable training tools
  • Sport-specific gear (goals, nets, mats)
  • Scoreboards and timing systems (unless infrastructure-integrated)
  • Portable bleachers, storage carts
  • Removable or sport-specific flooring
  • Athletic AV systems (team communications, video replay)

Dining Services

  • Cooking equipment (grills, ovens, fryers)
  • Cold storage (walk-ins, beverage stations)
  • Dishwashing and warewashing systems
  • Point-of-sale systems and digital menu boards
  • Smallwares and countertop appliances
  • Dining room furnishings (built-in or loose)

Arts Programs (Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Theater, Dance)

  • Easels, kilns, presses, looms
  • Cameras, lighting kits, sound gear
  • Editing software and digital tools
  • Stage lighting, audio boards, rigging trusses
  • Musical instruments and amps
  • Sprung floors and dance-specific overlays
  • Theater props, costumes, makeup stations

Responsibility Criteria

To help determine who is responsible for maintaining or replacing an item, consider the following:

Facilities Management is responsible if the item:

  • Is physically integrated into the building
  • Supports general building operations
  • Falls under capital asset management or code compliance
  • Requires specialized trades or regulatory oversight (e.g., elevators, HVAC, fire systems)

Departments are responsible if the item:

  • Is movable
  • Serves a specific program or department
  • Is funded by departmental budgets, grants, or external sources
  • Can be relocated or used elsewhere without changing building infrastructure

For any uncertainty about whether a particular item or request falls under Facilities Management or your department, contact the Customer Service Center at (860) 439-2253 or email workreq@conncoll.edu.