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Are there phones in the laboratories?
Hallway telephones are located on most floors of the Chemistry Complex. These phones are restricted to local calls only and should be reserved for emergencies. Anyone needing to contact you should call on the phone nearest your lab. If you have a service problem, please contact the Operations Office, Room 118, 979-845-0712 to expedite repairs.
Can I renovate/redecorate my office/labs?
Significant alterations to building space should first be discussed in detail with Ron Carter (979-845-0712) who will obtain cost estimates for the work requested. These requests will be presented to the Department Head for consideration. Requests for addition or removal of furniture should be made to Ron Carter, 979-845-0712.
How do I put in a request for repairs and cleaning services?
Contact the Operations Office, Room 118, 979-845-0712 with a brief description of the request.
Who do I call about safety concerns?
Please report any hazardous conditions to Ron Carter (979-845-0712)
How do I send unused equipment to surplus?
Submit a completed the Property Transfer form to the Chemistry Department Operations Office, Room 118, 979-845-0712. Surplus equipment is defined by the University's Property Management Office as and longer needed, not working, or cannibalized. Do not leave equipment in the hallway without contacting the Chemistry Business Office.
Can we obtain equipment from the surplus warehouse?
Yes. Submit a completed copy of the Property Transfer form to the Chemistry Department Operations Office, Room 118, 979-845-0712 for authorization to transfer the requested equipment.
Can we use the departmental truck?
The department's full-size pickup truck can be reserved hourly between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM from the Business Office and is restricted for university business only. Reservations require a Department of Chemistry ID and a valid driver license.
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Where can I get office supplies?
There is a limited supply of office stationery and office supplies available in the Stockroom (Rm. 014). All other office supplies must be purchased through Buy A&M. Contact the Business Office in room 119 if you do not have Buy A&M access.
Can I ask someone to help me type documents?
Contact Eva Capareda, 979-458-8046, for general typing requests on special jobs of short duration. If assistance is required over a prolonged period of time, a source of funds should be identified.
Where can I make copies of course materials?
The departmental copier, is in Chemistry 116 that is available for use. Request forms for work to be copied should be submitted to the receptionist in Room 119. Should the copier malfunction or you have a question as to its operating abilities, please come to Room 014.
Can I still make transparencies?
Equipment for making transparencies for use in overhead projection is available in Room 116. Supplies for making transparencies are available in Room 014.
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What chemicals and services are available in the department stockroom?
The Chemistry Stockroom is located in Room 014. For security reasons, we no longer extend sales outside the department.
What is our mailing address?
Go to our directions & mailing address site
Will the chemicals I ordered be delivered to my lab?
All purchases are delivered to Room 014 in order to provide inventory packing list and invoicing control. Likewise, requests to have material shipped from the Department should be delivered there.
How do I ship my chemical samples for analysis?
There are federal regulations that govern the shipment of hazardous material. Please read our Shipping Instructions for more information.
Where can I get liquid nitrogen?
The liquid nitrogen facility is located in Chemistry Room 036 and is automated for user dispensing.