Released: September 13, 2024
Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open
Santa Fe Community College’s Office of Facilities and Operations announces an electrical power shutdown and campus closure from 5 p.m. Friday, October 4 through Sunday, October 6 to enable SFCC, the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), and SFCC contractor Siemens to work on the college’s microgrid connection. During this period, all buildings located at 6401 Richards Avenue will be closed, and access will not be permitted. Please note that the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, located at 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open and accessible.
The SFCC microgrid will control the on-site generator, renewable resource (PV) and energy storage system for the campus and features an educational microgrid that fully powers an energy efficient greenhouse that demonstrates sustainable aquaponic and hydroponic practices, while providing hands on training opportunities for the college’s clean energy technologies center. The SFCC Microgrid has four distinct purposes: 1. Utility and operations cost savings; 2. Resiliency from power interruptions and outages; 3. Islanding from the utility grid; 4. Student Education. SFCC offers a certificate program in Grid Modernization as the college’s educational component.
Please be aware that some Office of Institutional Technology (OIT) systems for Santa Fe Community College will not be available during this time.
This maintenance will cause outages for:
- Network
- Phones
- Wireless
- Internet
- VPN
- Banner (registration system)
- SFCC Connect
The following will remain operational:
- Public website
- Workday
- Canvas
- MS365 applications
- Zoom
- mySFCC (student portal)
Please note: Power is expected to be restored and any OIT outages resolved by noon on Sunday, October 6. The Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Rd, will be open on its normal schedule.
Impacted individuals, including students, employees, and tenants on the SFCC campus, should discuss the closure with their teachers, programs, and supervisors to address any concerns or necessary adjustments. For further information or assistance, please contact Dobby Schmidt, Director of Facilities and Operations, dobby.schmidt@sfcc.edu. For technology concerns, contact the OIT Help Desk at 505-428-1222.
The 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Northeast Regional Walk, scheduled for October 5, will take place on SFCC paths and trails on college property. This event will not require access to the main campus buildings, which will be closed to the public during this time.
SFCC appreciates everyone’s understanding and cooperation during this important phase in the connection of the college’s microgrid.
Throughout the year, SFCC offers a variety of ways to stay notified about weather- and holiday-related delays, cancellations, closures and emergencies. While the college does notify the public of severe weather and emergency conditions through print, television and radio news outlets, additional information can be accessed quickly through the following:
- SFCC’s official website, https://www.sfcc.edu
- SFCC’s Weather Watch and holiday line, 505-428-1716
- To receive SFCC text message and email alerts, subscribe here, or visit SFCC Alert.
Campus Safety & Security can be reached at 505-428-1224.
Santa Fe Community College celebrates its 40th Anniversary as the pathway to success for individuals and the community. SFCC provides affordable, high-quality programs that serve the academic, cultural, and economic needs of the community. The college welcomes over 10,000 students per year in credit, noncredit, workforce training, personal enrichment, and adult programs.
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