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<channel><title><![CDATA[ILLINOIS SCHOOL OF MUSIC OPERATIONS, FACILITIES, & PROPERTIES - Blog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog]]></link><description><![CDATA[Blog]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:12:11 -0800</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Monday, August 11, 2025]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-august-11-2025]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-august-11-2025#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 21:52:24 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-august-11-2025</guid><description><![CDATA[Renewal reminders for summer keys and lockers went out, check your emails&nbsp;- remember to renew 8/18-8/29. [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><ul><li>Renewal reminders for summer keys and lockers went out, check your emails&nbsp;- remember to renew 8/18-8/29.</li></ul></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Locker rental rates]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/locker-rental-rates]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/locker-rental-rates#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 19:18:12 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/locker-rental-rates</guid><description><![CDATA[Locker rental rates have been adjusted beginning Fall 2024. [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Locker rental rates have been adjusted beginning Fall 2024.</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thursday, August 10, 2023]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/thursday-august-10-2023]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/thursday-august-10-2023#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:57:46 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/thursday-august-10-2023</guid><description><![CDATA[BEAP's have been uploaded to Weebly.Classes are in for Fall 2023.Finishing up semester prep! [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><ul><li>BEAP's have been uploaded to Weebly.</li><li>Classes are in for Fall 2023.</li><li>Finishing up semester prep!</li></ul></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday, June 12, 2023]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-june-12-2023]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-june-12-2023#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 21:09:48 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-june-12-2023</guid><description><![CDATA[SUMMER CLASSES START TOMORROW!&nbsp;Concrete has started to go in the North courtyard building approach.New MBA screen is installed and being set up and dialed in!Congrats to Dr. Yeung and the harp class participants for another successful iSHC! [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><ul><li>SUMMER CLASSES START TOMORROW!&nbsp;</li><li>Concrete has started to go in the North courtyard building approach.</li><li>New MBA screen is installed and being set up and dialed in!</li><li>Congrats to Dr. Yeung and the harp class participants for another successful iSHC!</li></ul><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thursday, June 1, 2023]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/thursday-june-1-2024]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/thursday-june-1-2024#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 18:27:16 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/thursday-june-1-2024</guid><description><![CDATA[Construction is still ongoing at the MB, please continue to use the LL fishbowl entrance or South entrance to the MBMBA projector screen is getting installed! EXCITING!!!!! [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><ul><li>Construction is still ongoing at the MB, please continue to use the LL fishbowl entrance or South entrance to the MB</li><li>MBA projector screen is getting installed! EXCITING!!!!!</li></ul></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer 2023 practice keys and lockers renewal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/summer-2023-practice-keys-and-lockers-renewal]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/summer-2023-practice-keys-and-lockers-renewal#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 17:23:14 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/summer-2023-practice-keys-and-lockers-renewal</guid><description><![CDATA[RENEWAL LINK      KEYSTurn in to the office directly during posted office hoursPut keys in a key envelope and drop through the key drop slot on the doorLOCKERSRemove your items and toss the trash. Leave the lock secured on the locker49-KEY KEYBOARDS AND USB MICROPHONES &ndash; must be returned in person during posted office hoursMETHODS AND STUDIO INSTRUMENTSCLEAN your mouthpieceToss your trash, used reeds, etc.Make sure all accessories are in the case.Return to the office directly for inspectio [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph" style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/316262183" target="_blank"><font size="7">RENEWAL LINK</font></a><br /><br /></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><strong>KEYS</strong><br /><ul><li>Turn in to the office directly during posted office hours</li><li>Put keys in a key envelope and drop through the key drop slot on the door</li></ul><strong>LOCKERS</strong><br /><ul><li>Remove your items and toss the trash. Leave the lock secured on the locker</li></ul><strong>49-KEY KEYBOARDS AND USB MICROPHONES</strong> &ndash; must be returned in person during posted office hours<br /><strong>METHODS AND STUDIO INSTRUMENTS</strong><br /><ul><li>CLEAN your mouthpiece</li><li>Toss your trash, used reeds, etc.</li><li>Make sure all accessories are in the case.</li><li>Return to the office directly for inspection and check in (preferred)</li><li>OR &ndash; leave locked in locker for collection on the due date</li></ul><strong>RENEWALS</strong> for Music majors, minors, and graduate students who are returning in the fall or graduated in May 2023<br /><ul><li>Practice Keys (MB/Smith, harpsichord/organ, jazz drum kit) &ndash; fill out Renewal Form BEFORE 5/15/2023.</li><li>Lockers &ndash; fill out Renewal Form BEFORE 5/15/2023.</li><li>Harp Practice, Percussion Practice, EMS, CAMIL, ICMA keys must obtain written permission from the area professor(s)/instructors.</li><li>Studio Instruments &ndash; must have faculty permission. Please contact us for information and process.</li></ul>What is NOT renewable<br /><ul><li>Methods Instruments</li><li>49-Key Keyboards</li><li>USB Microphones</li></ul><strong><em><u>Fines and Fees</u></em></strong><br /><strong>KEYS AND LOCKERS</strong>&nbsp;&#8203;&nbsp;Practice Room Keys (Gold, Silver, Org./Harps.) &ndash;&nbsp;Music majors, minors, lessons for credit, PLP/ISA University Students.<br /><ul><li>No initial deposit</li><li>Late fines:&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>$5.00&nbsp;</strong>per week, for up to 30 days, non-refundable.</li><li>Non-returned key charge:&nbsp;<strong>$125.00</strong></li></ul><br />Grand Piano/Green Room Key for concert hall(s)&nbsp;<strong>($90/$200)</strong><br /><ul><li><strong>Late fine:&nbsp;$90&nbsp;per day, up to 3 days.</strong></li><li>Non-returned key (4+ Days) -&nbsp;<strong>+$130 (total $400)</strong>&nbsp;to pay for the lock change and new key stock</li></ul><br />EMS/CMP/mailroom/storage room/audio-visual keys&nbsp;<strong>($5.00 per week/&lt;$250)</strong><br /><ul><li>No initial deposit, by permission of the professor only.</li><li>Late fine: $5.00 per week, up to 30 days. Non-refundable.</li><li>Non-returned key fee: cost of re keying the door, plus replacement key stock. Up to, but not to exceed,&nbsp;<strong>$250.00</strong></li></ul><br /><strong>Locker Fees</strong><br /><ul><li>Lockers are&nbsp;<strong>$15.00</strong>&nbsp;per semester.</li><li>Lockers will renew between the Fall and Spring semesters if locker is not vacated by the due date. The corresponding rental fee will apply to your student account.</li><li>End of Spring and end of summer semesters:&nbsp;<strong>$25.00</strong>&nbsp;cleaning fee will result.</li><li>Locker should be completely empty and the included lock on locker.</li><li>We will remove personal belongings, and library books returned to the library. This includes instruments, electronics, clothing, personal paper goods/notes, etc.</li></ul><br /><strong>EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUMENTS</strong><br /><br /><strong>Equipment and Instruments/Late Fines and Replacement Costs</strong><br /><ul><li><strong>$15.00</strong>&nbsp;per week late fine up to 30 days/4 weeks, not to exceed&nbsp;<strong>$60.00</strong>&nbsp;(non-refundable)</li><li>30+ Days Late:&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>A hold on your student accoun</strong>t until you pay for, or replace, the item.</li><li>We may file a Police Report if the equipment is not returned.</li></ul></li><li>Damages:<ul><li>Assessed on a case-by-case basis</li><li>The following criteria is what we use to determine responsibility:</li><li>Normal wear and tear vs. misuse and negligence.</li><li>Severity of damage.</li><li>Cooperation and communication by and/or of&nbsp;borrower during investigation.</li></ul></li></ul>&nbsp;<br /><ul><li>Accessories:<ul><li>Based on market value as determined by the School of Music.</li><li>Missing items charges placed on your student account and are non-refundable.</li></ul></li></ul></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wednesday, january 4, 2023]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/wednesday-january-4-2023]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/wednesday-january-4-2023#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 18:02:36 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/wednesday-january-4-2023</guid><description><![CDATA[Hope everyone had a relaxing break!Projects between now and school start will is:Methods and studio instrument check out preparations.Late and lost key and assets checks.Recital scheduling and updating Events calendar on the website.Prepping classrooms for the semester start. [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><strong>Hope everyone had a relaxing break!</strong><ul><li>Projects between now and school start will is:<ul><li>Methods and studio instrument check out preparations.</li><li>Late and lost key and assets checks.</li><li>Recital scheduling and updating Events calendar on the website.<br /></li><li>Prepping classrooms for the semester start.</li></ul></li></ul></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday, august 9, 2022]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/tuesday-august-9-2022]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/tuesday-august-9-2022#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2022 19:42:01 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/tuesday-august-9-2022</guid><description><![CDATA[Please welcome Miranda Molina to the Facilities and Operations team!Building hours have been updated, please navigate to space/schedulingNew faculty offices are being set up.Don't forget to renew your keys!Keys and lockers check out officially starts 8/15/2022! [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><ul><li>Please welcome Miranda Molina to the Facilities and Operations team!</li><li>Building hours have been updated, please navigate to <a href="http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/building-hours.html" target="_blank">space/scheduling</a></li><li>New faculty offices are being set up.</li><li>Don't forget to renew your keys!</li><li>Keys and lockers check out officially starts 8/15/2022!</li></ul></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday, april 25, 2022]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-april-25-2022]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-april-25-2022#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2022 20:26:26 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-april-25-2022</guid><description><![CDATA[END OF SEMESTER DUE DATES!!!&nbsp;Practice Rooms Keys, lockers, microphones, and keyboards:DUE BY MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022&nbsp;Supplemental Instruments and Studio InstrumentsDUE BY FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2022&nbsp;HOW DO I RETURN?Come to this room (MB 0330) during posted hours. Additional hours may be added.Put keys in an envelope and put through key slot on MB 0330 door.&nbsp;RENEWALSInformation regarding renewals will be emailed and the online renewal from will be active Monday, May 2 &ndash; Monday, Ma [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><strong><u>END OF SEMESTER DUE DATES!!!</u></strong><br />&nbsp;<br />Practice Rooms Keys, lockers, microphones, and keyboards:<br /><strong><u>DUE BY MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022</u></strong><br />&nbsp;<br />Supplemental Instruments and Studio Instruments<br /><strong><u>DUE BY FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2022</u></strong><br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>HOW DO I RETURN?</strong><br />Come to this room (MB 0330) during posted hours. Additional hours may be added.<br />Put keys in an envelope and put through key slot on MB 0330 door.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>RENEWALS</strong><br />Information regarding renewals will be emailed and the online renewal from will be active <strong>Monday, May 2 &ndash; Monday, May 17</strong>.<br />Supplemental Instruments, keyboards, and microphones are not renewable.<br />Studio Instruments, EMS keys, CAMIL keys, Harp Keys, Faculty Studio Keys are renewable with professor permission only.</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday, March 14, 2022]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-march-14-2022]]></link><comments><![CDATA[http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-march-14-2022#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:04:28 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://uofimusicoandf.weebly.com/blog/monday-march-14-2022</guid><description><![CDATA[Reminders:&#8203;DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BELONGINGS IN PRACTICE ROOMS LEFT UNATTENDED!!! The School of Music is not liable for loss/theft/damage of your personal belongings.DO NOT USE WIPES ON THE BOX OF THE PIANO! You may wipe the keys and keys only on the pianos, otherwise you can ruin the finish!        [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Reminders:<br /><br />&#8203;DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BELONGINGS IN PRACTICE ROOMS LEFT UNATTENDED!!! The School of Music is not liable for loss/theft/damage of your personal belongings.<br /><br />DO NOT USE WIPES ON THE BOX OF THE PIANO! 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