Casey Harrington, who led MIT Copytech’s recovery from pandemic-era disruptions and built close friendships across campus, passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 13. He was 49. Copytech’s director since 2022, Harrington modernized the department’s equipment and services to improve its financial outlook, and led his staff with a personal touch. “Casey was beloved by our team,” says Alfred Ironside, MIT’s vice president for communications. “He was a great manager, had a vision for the future, spent time with his co-workers, cared for them, and loved MIT. He turned around Copytech’s fortunes,…