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Spring Game to Impact Parking & Transportation

Kentucky football’s annual Blue-White game will kick off at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 12, meaning that some UK students will need to relocate their vehicles in preparation for the game. In addition, UK employees should be prepared for an increase in traffic on and around campus that afternoon. Students who park in the following areas will need to relocate their vehicles to designated relocation areas. Please note that due to the Friday evening kick-off, relocation can begin as early as 1:30 p.m., but must be done before 3:30 p.m. The following areas require relocation:

Commute Club Applications Open Wednesday, April 10

Going car-free on campus has its advantages. One of the many benefits is the ability to participate in Commute Club, a program that rewards students and employees for making a one-year, car-free commitment. Applications for the 2019 Commute Club open on Wednesday, April 10. The deadline to apply for this free program is Saturday, Aug. 31.

Summer Break Airport Shuttles to Run May 2-5

The semester may not be over yet, but we’re already thinking about summer break! For the first time, University of Kentucky Transportation Services is offering free airport shuttle service from Kroger Field to Blue Grass Airport (LEX), Louisville International Airport (SDF) and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) for summer break.

Action-Packed UK Bike Week Set for April 8-12

Are you prepared for fun on two wheels? The University of Kentucky's 8th Annual Bike Week begins on Monday, April 8. This year's event is jam-packed with pedal-friendly activities, opportunities for free bike maintenance and giveaways.

Expect Parking Related Impacts on North Campus on Friday

University of Kentucky students and employees who park on north campus should plan for parking-related impacts on Friday, March 22, as a result of two scheduled University events. Merit Weekend and UK Visitor Center tours are expected to bring approximately 540 families to campus on Friday. UK will also be hosting the Night on Broadway event.

2019 Donations for Citations Drive Breaks Record

UK Transportation Services staff delivered a final van-load of food and personal care items to Big Blue Pantry (BBP) this week, breaking last year’s “Donations for Citations” record and helping to stock pantry shelves. The UK community responded to calls for donations, leading to the delivery of more than 3,200 pounds of food and personal care items. Last year’s drive brought in 2,100 pounds, and during the program’s four years in existence, Donations for Citations has resulted in total donations of 10,579 pounds of pantry staples.

Bus Stop Move Improves Transit Access to North Campus Residence Halls

Effective Sunday, March 17, University of Kentucky Transportation Services will relocate the westbound Avenue of Champions bus stop at Lexington Avenue one block to the west to Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. in front of Jewell Hall. The last day of service for the existing stop will be Friday, March 15.

Pink Shuttle Route Ends on March 29

The Pink Route (Kentucky Clinic Shuttle), which currently provides direct shuttle service between the Press Avenue Garage (PS #6) and the Kentucky Clinic, will permanently end on Friday, March 29.

Expect Parking-Related Impacts on North Campus on Friday

University of Kentucky students and employees who park on north campus should plan for parking-related impacts on Friday, March 8, as a result of two scheduled University events. Merit Weekend and UK Visitor Center tours are expected to bring approximately 540 families to campus on Friday. Primary parking structures and lots that will be impacted are the South Limestone Garage (PS #5), the Gatton Student Center Visitor Lot, and the Scott Street (E/C9) lots. The student center visitor lot will be reserved from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday for attendee parking.

Spring Break Parking and Bus Changes

With spring break next week, University of Kentucky Transportation Services will adjust parking and bus services to reflect the needs of the reduced campus population. From Monday, March 11, through Sunday, March 17, all employee (E) lots will remain on control as normal. Most student lots will require any valid permit with the following exceptions: R2, R7, R17, R18, R19, R29 and R30. All lots will resume normal enforcement on Monday, March 18.

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