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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University students, faculty, and staff between 2016 and 2020 saved more than 1.4 million gallons of fuel by choosing to not drive alone.
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 Roadeo 2023
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
On June 3, CAMBUS drivers competed in a “bus roadeo.” The annual bus roadeo is a friendly competition amongst CAMBUS student staff to test their driving skills in a ten-part obstacle course.
Parking Lot 14 closed beginning May 29, 2023
Monday, May 29, 2023
Parking Lot 14 is closing on May 29, 2023 due to construction of the Health Sciences Academic Building. A new parking lot adjacent to the previous Parking Lot 14 location will reopen late 2023.
Fleet Services releasing updated requisition form to campus on June 1
Monday, May 22, 2023
UI Fleet Services will be releasing a new version of the Fleet Services Requisition on June 1 with enhanced abilities and efficiencies. The Fleet Services Requisition is the form used to rent university vehicles on a short-term basis.
CAMBUS service for summer 2023
Monday, May 8, 2023
CAMBUS will operate summer service Saturday, May 13, 2023 through Friday, August 18, 2023. During summer, some routes will have decreased service or will not operate due to different campus needs, decreased demand, and available staffing.
7 projects that may affect your campus commute
Friday, April 14, 2023
Here are seven ongoing or upcoming projects that may affect travel around town. Remember to use caution when driving or walking near the construction area and allow extra time to reach your destination.
CAMBUS awarded funds from the Iowa Entry Level Driver Training Program
Thursday, April 13, 2023
On March 30, Iowa Workforce Development announced UI CAMBUS, among others, was awarded funds from the Iowa Entry-Level Driver Training Program (ELDT).
Cambus Now app adds Bionic Bus services
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
The University of Iowa’s door-to-door, demand-response Bionic Bus service can now be scheduled on the free Cambus Now app.
Transit Operator Appreciation: CAMBUS thanks student employees for their diligence as service grows
Friday, March 17, 2023
The week of March 20, 2023, UI CAMBUS is recognizing its student employees for their commitment to providing safe and reliable transportation.
Finance and Operations Releases 2022 DEI Action Plan Review
Friday, January 27, 2023
University of Iowa Finance and Operations released the 2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Plan Review to highlight DEI work of the previous year.
CAMBUS scholarship awarded to recipients for spring 2023
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
CAMBUS Scholarships have been awarded to five student employees for the spring 2023 semester: Rose Arrigoni, Shelby Mutter, Hannah Robinson, Chen-You Wu, and Mason Zaker.