The ESS Intranet contains resources, policies, and information relevant for ESS students, faculty, and staff.

Archived ESS Intranet & MyESS Tools

On this page:


Building Information

This page includes information on keys and building access, reserving a room, how to surplus items, the department mail room, and miscellaneous policies and forms.


Emergency and Safety Resources

This page includes information on health and safety plans, field safety, and where to go and what to do if you need help.

Emergency Numbers:

  • UW Police – 911 or 9-911
  • Non-emergency Police – (206) 685-8973
  • SafeCampus – (206) 685-SAFE (7233)
  • UW Facilities – (206) 685-1900

Computing and IT

IT services for the Department will now be processed through the College of the Environment IT Support (eSITS) system. Tickets submitted by ESS will generally be assigned to Henry Lui, who will reimain in Johnson Hall to assist our community. If you have any questions regarding this transition, please contact .

Please visit the IT website for detailed information on services.

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Fiscal Operations

This page includes travel resources, purchasing and reimbursement procedures, shipping, and fiscal FAQs and policies.


HR Policies

HR policies and resources for faculty and staff.


Governance & Planning

Faculty meetings, faculty policies, student policies, and committee descriptions and assignments.


Research Grants & Contracts

Resources, templates, and forms listed on this page are updated regularly, and these documents must be used for the correct preparation of research proposals.


Communications and Branding Resources

This page contains the ESS logos and letterheads, as well as other communications resources.


Main Office Resources

Front office staff information, ESS Org Chart, records retention and storage, and miscellaneous department policies and procedures.

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