As the summer approaches, bringing warm weather and long days, transportation for students has rolled in a new look.
Although many students still commute by car, some are choosing the transit services or are filling the sidewalks with an array of wheels – from Rollerblade and scooters to bikes and skateboards.
Pedestrians have noticed the influx of students biking and skating around campus.
Emma Minor, manager of parking and transportation services, said this is because of the daylight-saving time.
“The Great Bike Round Up,” on Wednesday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Commons Plaza will offer students free bike tune-ups and information.
“I really think daylight-saving time and warmer weather really drives people to alternate forms of transportation, because the days stay lighter longer,” she said.
Minor said although the most popular student mode of transportation on an urban campus is walking, there are many in-line skates and skateboards.
Doug Webster, a political science senior, said his scooter is a way to save money on transportation costs.
“It’s a great mode of transport if you do not have a car or insurance, because you do not need insurance for a scooter,” Webster said. “I fill mine up with gas once a month, roughly. In this time of conservation and high fuel prices, it’s a great alternative to driving.”
Students find alternative means of transportation make commuting more efficient.
To register your bike or other vehicle, go to www.vcu.edu/police and click on “bike registration” to access the registration form.
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