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Frequently Asked Questions

There are many questions about the facilities department, from where it is located to how you can keep up to date on construction projects. Find a full list of frequently asked questions and their answers.

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Recycling On Campus

For years, Northern's campus has been committed to instituting a comprehensive recycling program across campus. This includes recycling programs such as single sort, battery recycling and more.

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Plant Operations Call Center

The Plant Operations Call Center is the communications hub of Plant Operations and the front-line communications with campus departments. Work orders are initiated, dispatched, coordinated, and tracked through our computerized Facilities Management System.

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Contact Information

The Plant Operations Call Center is the communications hub of Plant Operations and the front-line communications with campus departments. Work orders are initiated, dispatched, coordinated, and tracked through our computerized Facilities Management System. Inquiries on any Plant Work Order can be followed up on by calling Lori Ronn at the Call Center at 227-2292.

Contact Information

Plant Operations
Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette, MI  49855

Phone: (906) 227-2292 | Fax: (906) 227-2467 | In case of a building or grounds emergency after business hours, call NMU Public Safety at 227-2151.

Work Orders

Work Orders can be obtained through one of the following: Phone: (906) 227-2292 | Fax: (906) 227-2467 | Walk-in customers at Plant Operations

Campus Location

Plant Operations is located in room 136 of the Services Building on Sugarloaf Avenue. Sugarloaf Avenue can be accessed from either Wright Street (roundabout at Wright and Sugarloaf) or Hawley Street (County Road 550). 

University Business Hours

University business hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. during the fall and winter semesters (late August through early May). During the summer, NMU will be open 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. Northern Michigan University is located in the Eastern time zone.