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UI receives $16M grant for CAMBUS system

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the University of Iowa a $16.4 million grant for improvements to the CAMBUS system, including the purchase of six new battery-electric buses.

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CAMBUS service for 2024 fall break

Friday, November 15, 2024
CAMBUS will operate break service Saturday, Nov. 23 through Saturday, Nov. 30. Academic service resumes Sunday, Dec.1.
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Mia Brunelli promoted to CAMBUS manager

Tuesday, November 5, 2024
University of Iowa Parking and Transportation has promoted Mia Brunelli to the position of Cambus manager, effective Nov. 1, 2024. In her new capacity, Brunelli will be responsible for overseeing all Cambus activities in service of the university including its operations, funding, and strategic planning.
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Brian McClatchey, Cambus manager, announces retirement

Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Brian McClatchey has announced his plans to retire from the university in January 2025. McClatchey’s commitment to service excellence and Cambus as a student operated system have helped Cambus grow and rise to the occasion to serve our continually evolving campus.
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CAMBUS Shuttles to Carver-Hawkeye Arena for Winter Sports

Monday, October 28, 2024
CAMBUS provides shuttles to Carver-Hawkeye Arena area for some games and matches of the winter sports season.
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Know your way around the rules of bicycles, e-scooters on the UI campus

Thursday, September 5, 2024
Here are some rules you should be familiar with before heading out on your bike or e-scooter.
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CAMBUS Football Shuttles and Gameday Detours 2024

Friday, August 30, 2024
During home football games in the fall semester, CAMBUS provides shuttle services from select parking lots to near Kinnick Stadium. In addition to the extra shuttle service, regular CAMBUS routes are modified during home football games on Saturdays.
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CAMBUS service for fall 2024 session

Tuesday, August 20, 2024
CAMBUS will operate academic routes and schedules beginning Saturday, Aug. 24. Riders should use the Transit App to see estimated departures.
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UI receives $16M grant for Cambus system improvements

Thursday, July 11, 2024
The Federal Transit Administration awarded the University of Iowa a $16.4 million grant for improvements to the Cambus system, including the purchase of six new battery-electric buses that will help the UI reach its sustainability goals. In addition, the funds will help provide updates to the Cambus Maintenance Facility.
CAMBUS student employees pose in front of a bus at the 2024 state roadeo

CAMBUS earns multiple awards at state public transit conference and bus roadeo

Friday, June 21, 2024
CAMBUS staff attended the annual IPTA state conference and bus roadeo June 5 – 8 in Ames hosted by CyRide. The conference provides an opportunity for public transportation leaders to connect and attend various training sessions.
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Construction begins on new road connecting Newton Road to UI Health Care university campus

Thursday, June 20, 2024
Construction of a new road connecting Newton Road to the University of Iowa Health Care university campus is underway. The project will be completed in phases with changes to traffic patterns, pedestrian detours, and bus stop closures.