Free Bike Classes Plus See Where Stanford Transportation Was in Sept.
Stanford Transportation greeted over 3,000 excited students at three major events last month: the Parent’s Resource Center, TreeSources for undergraduates, and GOALIE for graduate students.
Our Active Mobility program has been helping new students navigate campus for 16 years, and we’re not slowing down. "It never gets old," said Ariadne Delon Scott, assistant director of active mobility. "We love reaching students at the beginning of the year and helping set them up for a safe, fun campus biking experience during their time at Stanford. And yes, we tell them wearing a helmet is a given for every ride."
Erin Fieberling, Sustainable Transportation administrative associate, was excited to chat with students about how to get a bike, whether new or used, and share information on upcoming free bike repair and skills classes. Over 200 students tested their knowledge with our on-site bike safety quiz, and one lucky winner walked away with a free helmet.
What’s next for bike safety this fall? We’re launching a new Bike Safety Class on Stanford’s STARS platform. This interactive course will teach you how to navigate roundabouts and ride safely around campus and buses. Interested? We need 25 volunteers to test the site and share feedback. Sign up to participate.
Haven’t learned how to ride a bike yet? There's no time like the present. Sign up for our Adult Learn to Ride Interest List. If we get enough interest, Stanford will offer a class for students and staff taught by certified instructors.
Read more bike safety tips or contact bike-information@stanford.edu for questions.
Celebrating the Future of Transit
Stanford Transportation was thrilled to celebrate the future of transit in the Bay Area. First up was the Caltrain Electrification Celebration on Sept. 21, followed by a Commuter Appreciation Event on Sept. 24. These events marked a significant milestone with the launch of a fully electrified service between San Francisco and San Jose/Tamien, drawing more than 12,000 attendees. The energy at these events was electric.
The team also distributed information about Ballot Measure D. The proposed Quarry Road transit connection will provide buses with a direct route between the Palo Alto Transit Center, El Camino Real, and Quarry Road and reduce transit operating times and traffic congestion on University Avenue by an estimated 5-8 minutes per trip.
With 100% renewable, zero-emission energy, Caltrain offers faster, more frequent service with trains arriving every 15 to 20 minutes during peak hours. “The future of Caltrain has arrived, and I invite everyone to get on board!” said Caltrain executive director Michelle Bouchard.
What’s New? The state-of-the-art electric trains come packed with modern amenities that enhance the riding experience:
-Free Wi-Fi
-Onboard digital displays
-Power outlets at every forward-facing seat
-Baby-changing tables in the bathrooms
-Expanded storage for gear
-Upgraded bike storage
