Released: September 29, 2025
Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open for regular hours
Santa Fe Community College’s Office of Facilities and Operations announces an electrical power shutdown and campus closure from Saturday, October 11 through Monday, October 13 to enable SFCC, the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), and SFCC contractor Siemens to work on the college’s microgrid test and commissioning. 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, 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open and accessible.
Please be aware that some Office of Information 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
The following will remain operational:
- Public website
- Workday
- Canvas
- MS365 applications
- Zoom
- mySFCC (student portal)
- Banner (registration system)
- SFCC Connect
- VPN
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 SFCC microgrid controls 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 Trades and Advanced Technology 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; and 4. Student education.
SFCC appreciates everyone’s understanding and cooperation during this important phase of testing the college’s microgrid.
For more than 40 years Santa Fe Community College has been 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.
A “Best for Vets” and a “Military Friendly” school.
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