A photo of a bus in the cambus maintenance facility

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.

Sustainable Transportation

Make your commute more sustainable

University students, faculty, and staff between 2016 and 2020 saved more than 1.4 million gallons of fuel by choosing to not drive alone.

drone image of campus with parking lot in foreground, then Iowa River, and then main campus and Pentacrest in background

Parking system improved with LPR technology

LPR increases parking efficiency, provides convenience for permit holders, and greatly reduces the amount of material waste.  

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CAMBUS drives by road closed sign on campus

6 projects that may affect your campus commute

Tuesday, August 29, 2023
As the fall semester gets underway, here are six ongoing projects that may affect travel around campus.
Herky waving as he leans out of the CAMBUS door

CAMBUS football shuttles and game day detours fall 2023

Tuesday, August 29, 2023
During home football games, CAMBUS provides shuttle services from select parking lots to near Kinnick Stadium. In addition to the extra shuttle service, regular CAMBUS routes are modified.
A collage of all the CAMBUS scholarship winners for Fall 2023

CAMBUS scholarship awarded to recipients for fall 2023

Monday, July 24, 2023
CAMBUS Scholarships have been awarded to five student employees for the fall 2023 semester.
man standing near gold and black bus in Hawkeye clothing, portrait of man in suit with black and gold tie

A tribute to Doug Couto

Thursday, July 6, 2023
Couto (BBA72), who in recent years dedicated his philanthropy to establishing the CAMBUS Scholarship, died unexpectedly Thursday, June 22, 2023. Couto has made a lasting mark on the campus and CAMBUS is incredibly grateful for his generosity.
City buses at bus stop on Clinton Street

UPASS program for Iowa City Transit suspended during Iowa City fare free pilot program

Thursday, June 29, 2023
During the the Fare Free Iowa City fare free pilot program, the UPASS program for Iowa City Transit will be suspended and the UPASS program for Coralville Transit will continue with no changes. 
technicians Robert Bousek and Jamie Watson perform maintenance on a large truck

Creating a culture of growth with the UI’s automotive service professionals

Wednesday, June 28, 2023
As part of Automotive Service Professionals Month, the Parking and Transportation department is highlighting the important work of the nine full-time and 11 part-time student staff that maintain and repair the university’s fleet of buses and vehicles.
Kristina Dibert poses with her award in front of a CAMBUS

Kristina Dibert recognized as 2023 CAMBUS Support Person of the Year

Friday, June 16, 2023
University of Iowa’s CAMBUS recognizes Kristina Dibert as the 2023 Support Person of the Year. Dibert began working at CAMBUS as a bus operator and was promoted to student mechanic in July 2021.
CAMBUS student employees and volunteers in front of a bus at the 2023 IPTA state roadeo

CAMBUS drivers earn two of three top places at state bus driving competition

Tuesday, June 13, 2023
On Saturday, June 10, CAMBUS co-hosted the Iowa Public Transit Association's State Bus Roadeo. 18 drivers representing 8 transit agencies across Iowa competed in large bus and mini-bus courses in Parking Lot 55 – Hancher in Iowa City.
Driver of the Year, Scott Kerno, smiles outside of the WCTC while holding his award.

Scott Kerno recognized as 2023 CAMBUS Driver of the Year

Monday, June 12, 2023
University of Iowa’s CAMBUS recognizes Scott Kerno as the 2023 Driver of the Year. Transit service providers across Iowa each nominate an employee annually to be honored by the Iowa Public Transit Association (IPTA) for their commitment to providing safe and friendly service.