Parking and Transportation News

On Saturday, October 21, the FixIt team will be replacing windows in Lawrinson Hall. In order to complete this work, the entrances to the garage will be blocked off. We are asking that all permit holders remove their vehicle and park in the Standart or Sadler lots on Friday evening to ensure you will have access to your vehicle on Saturday. The work will be completed during the day on Saturday allowing you to return your vehicle to the garage on Saturday evening.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding and flexibility during this time. If you have any questions, please contact Parking and Transit Services at 315.443.4652 or by email at parkmail@syr.edu

Friday, October 13, at 7 p.m. vs. Clemson

ATTENTION: On Friday, October 13, beginning at 3:15 p.m., additional buses will run between Skytop and College Place throughout the day and evening hours. The last bus returning to Skytop from Main Campus will leave from College Place at midnight.

Faculty and Staff needing parking for academic reasons will be allowed to park in the University Avenue and Booth garages with their valid permits beginning at 3:15 p.m. All Quad and Main campus lots will be restricted beginning at 3:15 p.m.

Students that normally park in the West Campus and Manley lots will be redirected to Skytop beginning at 3:15 p.m. Parking and Transit Services will provide free transportation from Skytop to College Place.

Orange lots that are normally available for students’ use after 4 p.m. will also be restricted on Friday. These students will also be redirected to Skytop, where additional transportation will be provided down to College Place on main campus.

ESF faculty, staff, and students that normally use the West campus Standart lot, will be redirected to Skytop beginning at 3:15 p.m. Free transportation will be provided down to College Place on main campus.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding and flexibility during this time.

Please feel free to contact Parking and Transit Services at 315.443.4652 or via email at parkmail@syr.edu with any questions or concerns.

On Saturday, September 30, from approximately 7 a.m. until 1 p.m., parking in the Q2 lot will be unavailable due to crane work taking place on Link Hall. We would ask that all vehicles use the Q4 lot instead during that period.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding and flexibility during this time.

Please feel free to contact Parking and Transit Services at 315.443.4652 or via email at parkmail@syr.edu with any questions or concerns.

The start of the fall 2017 semester also means the start of the Syracuse University football season. We would like to offer some quick reminders about how parking on campus will be affected on game days. See the full article on news.syr.edu.

It’s back to school time, which means college students across the country will use Uber to get from point A to B — whether that’s to get to the airport for fall break or across campus for a chem lab.

When riding with Uber, it’s always important to make sure you get into the right car and stay safe throughout the trip. Here are some tips for whenever you ride:

1. Stay inside until you’re ready to go – The beauty of Uber is that you can push a button and get a ride while you’re still indoors. No need to hang out at the curb—you’ll be notified when your driver is arriving.
2. Check the details – After you request a ride, the app displays the driver’s name, photo, license plate, and car model in the app. When the car arrives, double check the information. When you get in the car your driver should confirm your name. If not, you can ask the driver to provide his or her name and confirm it before getting in the vehicle. Remember, you can only order a ride with Uber by using the app, so never accept a ride from someone offering you a ride home without arranging it through the Uber app.
3. Help your friends out – If you’re with someone using Uber to request a ride who may be intoxicated, help them double check the driver and the car before they get in the vehicle. Or ride home together and split your fare.
4. Share your trip status – By tapping the “Share status” button, you can immediately share your trip and vehicle update with a friend or family member. Meeting up with friends? They can watch your trip in real-time to anticipate your arrival. Or share it with a friend or family member so they know you get home safely after a night out.
5. Keep that party locale private – Uber’s cross-street feature lets you enter your cross streets as a pick-up or drop-off destination instead of your address. When you’re entering your pickup and drop off location, type in the two street names. If your cross streets aren’t populating or you don’t know what they are, you can enter your exact address and then move the pin in the map to your desired location before you request.
6. Use common sense – Uber is an easy way to make sure that everyone has a way to get home. There is no need to share personal information with your driver or fellow POOL riders. If something doesn’t feel right, follow your intuition. And if you ever feel you’re in an emergency situation, always call 911 immediately.

And remember, if you’re ever going to be drinking, plan ahead with Uber or a designated driv er to ensure a safe ride home. Check out more safety tips to ensure a smooth ride.

Credit: Uber