Partial Shutdown During Winter Break
The College is pleased to partially shut down during this time of year for a period of restoration and relaxation.
Most administrative and support functions will be suspended from Monday, December 21, 2020 through Monday, January 4, 2021. To the degree possible, buildings will remain accessible and heated to energy saving set points.
Administrative buildings will close at the end of the day Friday, Dec. 18, 2020, and will re-open on Tuesday, January 5, 2021.
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Unplug it!
Many electronics and appliances use electricity even when they’re turned off, so unplug computers,
monitors, printers, cell phone chargers, TVs, DVD players, Play stations, etc.Research equipment: Turn off research equipment when possible.
But not classroom equipment! Information Technology staff will turn off
audio/visual/computer equipment in classrooms.Do some housekeeping
Empty, defrost and unplug refrigerators and mini-fridges. Custodians will unplug all appliances, so remove perishable items and clean your refrigerator before the break to avoid any New Year’s surprises.
Prevent heat loss
Lights, windows, curtains: Turn off lights, close windows and storm sashes, and shut curtains/blinds/shades to reduce heat loss through the glass.
Labs: Close hood sashes where possible in both teaching and research spaces.
Dress warmly
In as many buildings as possible, temperatures will be turned down to conserve energy and reduce our carbon footprint. For specific spaces please reference the list found here.
No space heaters: Personal space heaters are not allowed on campus during winter break.
Conserve at Home, too
Williams College is a proud Energy Star Partner. Visit the Energy Star website to learn about ways to conserve at home all year long.