Emergencies:

During business hours:  215-898-8000
From 5:00 pm to 8:00 am:  215-898-7208 or 215-746-6620 (University Operations Control Center)
Emergency Shutdowns - visit this page for the latest shutdown information.

Building Announcements:

UPDATE:Building Wide Domestic Water Shut Down: JOHN MORGAN BUILDING
   Start Date: 02/13/2012    Start Time: 5:00 PM
   End Date: 02/14/2012    End Time: 1:00 AM

Research / Lab floors Supply and Exhaust tie in: TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER
   Start Date: 02/09/2012    Start Time: 5:00 AM
   End Date: 02/09/2012    End Time: 7:00 AM

UPDATE:EMERGENCY:Research / Lab floors Supply and Exhaust tie in: TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER
   Start Date: 02/02/2012    Start Time: 5:00 AM
   End Date: 02/02/2012    End Time: 7:00 AM

NOTICE:Blockley Hall Heat change over: BLOCKLEY HALL
   Start Date: 10/31/2011    Start Time: 8:00 AM
   End Date: 02/29/2012    End Time: 1:00 AM

Service Announcements:

WINTER ISSUE OF THE OPERATOR: THE NEWSLETTER OF SPACE PLANNING AND OPERATIONS

The winter issue of The Operator: The Newsletter of Space Planning & Operations contains important information about service coverage over the winter break. It also includes coverage of the Stemmler classroom renovations and upgrades. Please take a moment to read The Operator.

CHARITABLE DONATION PROJECT

Stemmler Classroom Renovations Provide New Furnishings to Nicaraguan School
click here to learn more

PERELMAN SOM NOW RECYCLES PAPER TOWELS - LOOK FOR THE BLUE LINER

The Perelman SOM has initiated a new recycling program. Beginning immediately Perelman SOM will be recycling paper towels from all public restrooms.  Look for receptacles with a blue liner. Any recyclable item can be placed in these receptacles. Non-recyclable items should be placed in other receptacles to minimize contamination. The program will be phased in over the course of the next few weeks, and should be fully implemented by January 3rd. Thank you for your support in this effort.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING DISPOSAL OF INFECTIOUS SHARPS

RESEARCH ALCOHOL PRICE INCREASE - MARCH 1, 2011

As a result of supplier cost increases, effective Tuesday, March 1,

200 proof - gallons  $80 case  /  $20 ea
200 proof - pints  $103 case  /  $4.30 ea
190 proof - gallons  $70 case  /  $17.50  ea
190 proof - pails  / $83 case  /  $83  ea

Alcohol is distributed every Tuesday and Friday from 2pm to 4pm.
Alcohol orders can be placed here:
https://somapps.med.upenn.edu/spo/alcohol/alcoholorderform.php

HOW TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR BIKE

It only takes 10 seconds to remove a cable lock from a bicycle. Learn how Public Safety recommends you secure your bike.

NEW POLICY REQUIREMENTS FOR FILMING AT PENN MEDICINE

Filming at Penn Medicine may now require advance clearance.  In order to ensure that agreements, insurance, and other requirements are met, all photography/filming must be cleared in advance with the Communications Office in Public Affairs (215) 662-2560.  The new requirements can be found  here .

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