UTSA transportation choices: Shuttles, VIA, carpooling, bikes, permits
(March 7, 2012) -- As alternatives to buying a parking permit, there are many low-cost and even free options for commuting to the UTSA campuses. These alternatives can help UTSA students, faculty and staff save time and money and help UTSA "Go Green".
Low cost options include VIA Park and Ride and VIA routes 93 and 94 (between the Main and Downtown campuses) for a minimal fee. Additionally, the VIA Student Semester Pass ($35.25 per semester) can be purchased at Roadrunner Express at the University Center on the Main Campus; and monthly passes ($30 for faculty and staff) can be purchased directly from VIA -- all include the VIA Bike and Ride program (bike racks on the buses).
Other low-cost travel options to help students, faculty and staff save money are rideshare and carpool programs, a motorcycle permit, daily UTSA parking permits and short-term paid parking.
An additional carpool program is the UTSA Carpool Connection, through which staff volunteers help students and employees connect with others interested in saving money by carpooling. Email Nancy Miller for assistance in finding others in your neighborhood who want to carpool. Email your name, address/area and phone number with the subject line "Carpool Connection" to begin saving today. Once there is a neighborhood match, an email will be sent to the potential carpoolers in order to work out details.
Additionally, students have access to a free UTSA shuttle from nine apartment complexes near the UTSA Main Campus -- Hill Country Place, Broadstone Ranch, The Highlands, The Outpost, Avalon Place, The Reserve, The Villas at Babcock, High View Place and Maverick Creek. The off-campus shuttles operate on class days 7:30 a.m.-9:55 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 7:30 a.m.-5:55 p.m., Friday.
Biking is great for everyone at UTSA. It lessens congestion in our parking lots and on shuttle buses, it's better for the environment, it's faster than walking -- and it's good for you. Encourage your fellow students and colleagues to enjoy all the benefits of biking to campus. Obtain your free bike permit by Registering Your Bike online.
The alternative is a UTSA parking permit. If you choose to park on campus, avoid getting a parking ticket -- buy a parking permit and park in the appropriate space. A variety of permits is available to UTSA faculty, staff and students. Visit the UTSA Permits website to review options, then log in to your ASAP account to purchase an annual parking permit.
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Arts Building Recital Hall, Main CampusRoadrunner Walk is an event for graduating students to have a memorable walk on campus to celebrate an important milestone and their achievements. Graduates will walk along the Paseo while being celebrated by the UTSA community, friends, and family members.
Student Union Paseo, Main CampusJoin us for a tribute to Willie Velásquez, honoring the legacy of Willie Velásquez, a pivotal figure in shaping the history of Latino and Hispanic participation in the American voting process. Delve into his life and contributions as a champion of Latino voting rights. Moderated by UTSA's Teresa Niño, the event will feature influential voices, including Jane Velásquez, María Antonietta Berriozábal, Dora Oliva, and Anthony Gonzales.
Buena Vista Building, Buena Vista Theater, Downtown CampusCelebrate the accomplishments of College of Education and Human Development, College for Health, Community and Policy, College of Sciences and University College.
Alamodome, 100 Montana St.Celebrate the accomplishments of Alvarez College of Business, College of Liberal and Fine Arts and Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design.
Alamodome, 100 Montana St.