On June 14, CAMBUS drivers competed in a “bus roadeo.” The annual bus roadeo is a friendly competition amongst Cambus student staff that tests their driving skills in a ten-part obstacle course. The obstacles test drivers in making tight maneuvers, including turns, simulating obstacles to dodge around, and backing exercises.
27 Cambus student employees participated in this year's event. Five participants qualify to compete at the state bus roadeo, where they compete against bus drivers from transit agencies across the state of Iowa.
Five student employees-- John Underwood, Jonny Meyer, Desmond Drischell, Fletcher Gerrans, and Michelle Sorto-- qualified to move on to the state competition. Cambus will host the 2025 state bus roadeo on Saturday, July 19 in Iowa City, IA.
Driver Place Winners
1st place
Jonny Meyer
2nd place
Desmond Drischell
3rd place
Michelle Sorto
Support Place Winners
1st place
John Underwood
2nd place
Fletcher Gerrans
3rd place
Chase Marshall
About CAMBUS
CAMBUS consists of 160 student employees that operate the transportation system. All bus operator positions are held by UI students. Students may also earn promotions to positions in dispatching, training, maintenance, and supervision. The Cambus student teams are supported by full-time staff: two managers, two training supervisors, a maintenance supervisor, and six maintenance technicians.
Cambus works in collaboration with other Parking and Transportation Department units to provide and support access and mobility for students, faculty, staff, patients, and visitors. For more information about our services visit the CAMBUS page or call 319-335-8633.