1) The document discusses strategies for increasing bike mode share at San Francisco State University to 20% by 2020. It proposes appointing a bicycle coordinator to help unify bicycle organizations and advocate for infrastructure improvements.
2) Improving bicycle infrastructure, such as building a north-south and east-west bike path on campus as required by an agreement, can help market cycling and address barriers identified by surveys like poor infrastructure and lack of bike parking.
3) Events like Bike to Work Day can introduce new riders and strengthen positive attitudes by having them commit to initial trial rides. A bicycle coordinator would help organize such promotional events and programs.
Growing An Active Transportation SystemCynthia Hoyle
This document summarizes a presentation on growing active transportation systems. It notes that fewer children now walk or bike to school due to unintended consequences of community design changes. Solutions discussed include investing in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, traffic calming, and safe routes to school programs. Case studies show how road diets, complete streets redesigns, and retrofitting neighborhoods can encourage mode shift toward active transportation. Public engagement, long-range planning, and partnerships across organizations are keys to successful implementation.
The UCF Walking School Bus program was founded in 2013 with funding from the Florida Department of Transportation. It grew from serving 100 students across two counties to serving nearly 500 elementary students across three counties through nine school sites and 13 walking routes. The program successfully implemented a marketing strategy using a logo, photos, print materials and social media to promote safety. It also built partnerships with organizations focused on children's health and safety. A volunteer management system utilizing online enrollment and texting helped oversee the walking routes. Safety protocols were developed including vest, t-shirts, backpacks and training to ensure children's safety. Future recommendations include addressing school district liability, connecting with more urban schools, and developing a regional Safe Routes to School authority
Crocodile is a platform and app to help with the admin and audit for schools who want to set up walking buses and make it simple and safe for parents to book their child onto a bus or train.
The Slow Your Roll campaign aimed to reduce unsafe bicycle and vehicle behaviors among Flagler College students. Research found a disconnect between attitudes and behaviors regarding safety. The campaign executed on-campus events to educate students on traffic laws and influence their knowledge, beliefs, and compliance. Surveys before and after the campaign evaluated its effectiveness in meeting objectives of increasing safety awareness and compliance among the student body.
The Indianapolis Mayoral Transition and the Charter School CommunityChristine Marson
This document summarizes a study that investigated the transition between mayoral administrations in Indianapolis when the charter school authorizing authority changed hands. The transition between Democratic Mayor Peterson and Republican Mayor Ballard was accomplished with minimal disruption to the charter school office and schools. Through interviews with stakeholders, the study aimed to understand how the transition process ensured continuity for charter schools and identify best practices for mayoral transitions. It also examined how policies can insulate schools from political changes and the importance of viewing charter schools apolitically.
This document provides a personal reflection from Paul Prinsloo on what open distance learning may look like in South Africa in 2030. It begins with background on the University of South Africa (Unisa) as the largest open distance education institution in Africa. It then discusses various frameworks for understanding change and potential futures. Scenarios for South Africa in 2030 are presented, ranging from increased social unrest and inequality to improved education and reduced unemployment. In closing, Prinsloo reflects on the role of technology in education and some of the ethical issues that need consideration to ensure it expands opportunities equitably.
The document discusses strategies and tactics to promote physical activity for youth in northeast Iowa counties. It aims to ensure communities have infrastructure for walking and biking, and support getting to schools. Assessments of existing infrastructure identified needs. The strategy involves safe routes to school pilots in 6 communities to create plans promoting walking and biking to school through activities like assessments, speakers and mini-grants. Success will be measured by increased numbers of youth walking and biking to school.
This document discusses using digital tools and social media to support effective service-learning. It provides examples of how to use tools like maps, video, audio, and mobile apps to document service projects. Students can use platforms like Storify, Google Maps, and SeeClickFix to collaborate and share information. The document also discusses adapting service-learning for online courses and partnering with community organizations on long-term projects. Overall, the document explores how digital tools can help students engage with their communities and reflect on service experiences.
Growing An Active Transportation SystemCynthia Hoyle
This document summarizes a presentation on growing active transportation systems. It notes that fewer children now walk or bike to school due to unintended consequences of community design changes. Solutions discussed include investing in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, traffic calming, and safe routes to school programs. Case studies show how road diets, complete streets redesigns, and retrofitting neighborhoods can encourage mode shift toward active transportation. Public engagement, long-range planning, and partnerships across organizations are keys to successful implementation.
The UCF Walking School Bus program was founded in 2013 with funding from the Florida Department of Transportation. It grew from serving 100 students across two counties to serving nearly 500 elementary students across three counties through nine school sites and 13 walking routes. The program successfully implemented a marketing strategy using a logo, photos, print materials and social media to promote safety. It also built partnerships with organizations focused on children's health and safety. A volunteer management system utilizing online enrollment and texting helped oversee the walking routes. Safety protocols were developed including vest, t-shirts, backpacks and training to ensure children's safety. Future recommendations include addressing school district liability, connecting with more urban schools, and developing a regional Safe Routes to School authority
Crocodile is a platform and app to help with the admin and audit for schools who want to set up walking buses and make it simple and safe for parents to book their child onto a bus or train.
The Slow Your Roll campaign aimed to reduce unsafe bicycle and vehicle behaviors among Flagler College students. Research found a disconnect between attitudes and behaviors regarding safety. The campaign executed on-campus events to educate students on traffic laws and influence their knowledge, beliefs, and compliance. Surveys before and after the campaign evaluated its effectiveness in meeting objectives of increasing safety awareness and compliance among the student body.
The Indianapolis Mayoral Transition and the Charter School CommunityChristine Marson
This document summarizes a study that investigated the transition between mayoral administrations in Indianapolis when the charter school authorizing authority changed hands. The transition between Democratic Mayor Peterson and Republican Mayor Ballard was accomplished with minimal disruption to the charter school office and schools. Through interviews with stakeholders, the study aimed to understand how the transition process ensured continuity for charter schools and identify best practices for mayoral transitions. It also examined how policies can insulate schools from political changes and the importance of viewing charter schools apolitically.
This document provides a personal reflection from Paul Prinsloo on what open distance learning may look like in South Africa in 2030. It begins with background on the University of South Africa (Unisa) as the largest open distance education institution in Africa. It then discusses various frameworks for understanding change and potential futures. Scenarios for South Africa in 2030 are presented, ranging from increased social unrest and inequality to improved education and reduced unemployment. In closing, Prinsloo reflects on the role of technology in education and some of the ethical issues that need consideration to ensure it expands opportunities equitably.
The document discusses strategies and tactics to promote physical activity for youth in northeast Iowa counties. It aims to ensure communities have infrastructure for walking and biking, and support getting to schools. Assessments of existing infrastructure identified needs. The strategy involves safe routes to school pilots in 6 communities to create plans promoting walking and biking to school through activities like assessments, speakers and mini-grants. Success will be measured by increased numbers of youth walking and biking to school.
This document discusses using digital tools and social media to support effective service-learning. It provides examples of how to use tools like maps, video, audio, and mobile apps to document service projects. Students can use platforms like Storify, Google Maps, and SeeClickFix to collaborate and share information. The document also discusses adapting service-learning for online courses and partnering with community organizations on long-term projects. Overall, the document explores how digital tools can help students engage with their communities and reflect on service experiences.
The document proposes a suite of location-based networking tools called CarFree Maine that is designed to enhance non-automotive transportation connections throughout the state by building on local partnerships and marketing to young adults in the Boston and New York City metro areas in order to get them to visit Maine without having to rely on a personal vehicle. The tools would utilize mobile and web applications to map transportation routes involving multiple transit networks and allow users to share information to help plan car-free trips throughout Maine.
Shai Reshef's presentation from "The Right to Education: Realizing the Potent...University of the People
The document discusses the challenges of accessing higher education globally and introduces University of the People as an innovative solution. UoPeople is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free online university aimed at increasing access to higher education. It uses an open-source digital platform and volunteer mentors and professors to provide degree programs in business administration and computer science to students worldwide regardless of their finances, location, gender, culture or race. Student surveys show that 91% would recommend UoPeople to others as a good place to earn a degree.
This document discusses open educational resources (OER) and the African Health OER Network. It defines OER as educational materials that are freely available online for anyone to use and adapt under an open license. The network aims to advance health education in Africa by developing and sharing OER that are relevant to African contexts to address issues like lack of faculty capacity and outdated curricula. It outlines the network's activities, platforms for sharing OER, and early impacts in increasing collaboration between universities and engagement of students.
University of the People (UoPeople) is the world's first tuition-free, nonprofit, online university that aims to democratize higher education. It offers associate degrees in business administration and computer science to qualified students worldwide. Students only pay modest application and exam fees. UoPeople uses open educational resources and volunteers to keep costs low so it can provide education opportunities to those who otherwise could not afford it. In less than three years, UoPeople has over 1,100 students from 115 countries and is building a sustainable model to potentially impact hundreds of thousands through affordable, accessible online education.
This document provides guidance for implementing Safe Routes to School programs in low-income communities. It discusses the challenges faced in low-income areas, such as safety concerns, lack of awareness, limited access to expertise, and long distances to schools. The document then highlights several promising practices that have helped overcome these challenges, including community organizing, education programs, infrastructure improvements, and partnerships with local organizations. The overall goal is to inspire collaboration between schools, parents and local leaders to develop culturally sensitive Safe Routes to School programs that improve safety and encourage physical activity for children in low-income areas.
This document summarizes a report on the state of student governance in Commonwealth countries. It finds that 51% of Commonwealth nations do not have a national student organization. Where they do exist, many national student organizations face challenges securing funding and membership engagement. The report is based on interviews with 140 student groups and education officials across the Commonwealth. It aims to strengthen student voices in education policymaking and provide recommendations to support the development of effective national student organizations in all Commonwealth countries.
Evaluation of Student Development Programs in the State Universities and Coll...ijtsrd
This study evaluated of the student development programs among state universities in Samar Island. The four 4 SUC's in Samar Island were selected as the locale of this study. These were the University of Eastern Philippines Main Campus Catarman , North West Samar State University Main Campus Calbayog City , Samar State University Main Campus Catbalogan City and Eastern Samar State University Main Campus Borongan City with the university presidents, deans directors of the Student Affairs and Services, personnel, and students as respondents. Frequency counts, percentages, and weighted mean computations were used to analyze the descriptive data obtained from the respondents of the study who were chosen through complete enumeration for presidents, deans directors and personnel and random sampling for the students, respectively. As to status of implementation of the students' development programs and services, the respondents rated the following programs and services as “very satisfactory†cultural development program, leadership training program, multi faith services, social and community development program, sports development program, student organization and services, student publications, and student council government. Ronaldo A. Amit ""Evaluation of Student Development Programs in the State Universities and Colleges of Samar Island"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-3 , April 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd22920.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/22920/evaluation-of-student-development-programs-in-the-state-universities-and-colleges-of-samar-island/ronaldo-a-amit
Case Study: RT66 as a Learning OrganizationMara Mastro
The Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program aims to preserve Route 66 and promote learning about its history. Learning occurs through the National Park Service sharing knowledge with the public, state and local governments, and non-profits. Knowledge is shared via the program's website, training sessions, and public outreach. To further learning, the program could enhance communication and collaboration between stakeholders using technology, and increase knowledge sharing about the program's goals and needs.
This document presents a plan to improve bikeability at Arizona State University in order to promote sustainability and help the university achieve its climate neutrality goals. It identifies several problems with the current bike infrastructure and facilities, including a lack of clear pedestrian traffic rules leading to congestion, unsafe conditions, insufficient and overcrowded bike racks, high bike theft and damage, and a lack of incentives for biking. The objectives are to highlight problematic areas on campus through data collection, address safety issues, improve bike storage, and better connect off-campus routes to reduce commuter emissions. Implementing solutions to optimize the bike infrastructure could significantly increase ridership and move the university closer to its sustainability targets.
The Urban Information Lab at the University of Texas at Austin will conduct a 3-phase study to evaluate the university's bicycle infrastructure and policies. Phase 1 will inventory existing bike lanes, racks, and other infrastructure. Phase 2 will collect data from smartphone apps on biking routes, issues, and preferences. Phase 3 will analyze the findings to identify specific improvements like expanding bike lanes and facilities to increase biking and support sustainability goals. The goal is to provide a detailed plan to convert car drivers to bike commuters and better support biking on campus.
The document provides an analysis of various resources related to school bus safety, including:
- Articles that discuss funding issues for school bus transportation and maintaining school buses.
- Studies and data that show school buses are a very safe way to transport children and that other modes of transportation to school can be much riskier.
- Information on policies and initiatives in different states/countries regarding school bus safety, such as safety measures, route planning, and enforcement of laws around stopped school buses.
- Analysis of factors like driver hiring/retention, illegal passing of stopped buses, and student behavior that can impact school bus safety.
The compilation of these resources helps to understand the topic of school bus transportation thoroughly and provides background
This proposal seeks funding to promote physical activity among 9th to 12th grade students. It notes that currently only 18.4% engage in daily physical activity, but the goal is to increase that to 30% in the first year and 60% in the second year. The proposal would implement programs like Walk to School to encourage physical activity and advocate for behavior change, safer infrastructure, and raising awareness about the importance of physical activity through media. Funding would support improvements to safety like sidewalks and crosswalks, as well as non-structural changes like educating students and parents on safety.
The document discusses transportation safety and mobility on the Indiana University Bloomington campus, specifically regarding the Tenth Street corridor. It aims to determine if a mid-way pedestrian crossing island installed in 2010 has increased safety or worsened congestion. It reviews literature supporting crossing islands' safety benefits. Methods for assessing the island's effectiveness include analyzing traffic data, surveys, and observational data. Preliminary results found crashes reduced 40%, speeds and volumes down 30%, and over 90% of pedestrians used the crosswalk. However, congestion remains an issue during peaks. Future policies should focus on increasing alternatives to driving like biking and promote sustainability goals.
References:
Asq.org (n.d.). What are stakeholders? Quality Resources
Lecciones, A. (2021). Green Cities. Hex Talks
Narayanaswami, P., Gronseth, G., Dubinsky, R., Penfold-Murray, R., Cox, J., Bever, C., Martins, Y., Rheaume, C., Shouse, D., & Getchius, T. (2015). The impact of social media on dissemination and implementation of clinical practice guidelines: A longitudinal observational study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 17(8), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.2196/jmir.4414
Philippine Statistics Authority (2021). Causes of deaths in the Philippines (preliminary): January to December 2020. Press Releases
Online TDM Encyclopedia (2017). Walking and cycling encouragement: Strategies that encourage people to use non-motorized transportation. Victoria Transport Policy Institute
Online TDM Encyclopedia (2019). Automobile Dependency. Victoria Transport Policy Institute
United Nations Foundation (n.d.). Sustainable Development Goals
World Health Organization (n.d.). Air Pollution. Health Topics
Yazid, M. & Ladim, M. (2015). Urban design and active transport. International Journal of Engineering and and Advanced Technology, 4(3), 132-135.
The document summarizes the existing conditions for pedestrians and bicyclists on and around the University of Michigan-Flint campus. It analyzes current transportation usage, parking area usage, pedestrian and bicycle activity, and accessibility at several key intersections on campus. The analysis found high automobile traffic and a need for improved pedestrian and bicyclist safety. There is potential to increase walking and bicycling through education, encouragement, and minor infrastructure improvements to promote safety. The document provides a baseline assessment to inform the development of recommendations in a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the campus.
This document provides an overview and assessment of bicycling conditions across Arizona State University's four campuses: Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, West/Thunderbird, and Polytechnic. It was created by an urban planning capstone class to develop ASU's first Bicycle Master Plan. The document describes the bicycle infrastructure, culture, and maps of each campus. It also discusses how the plan integrates with other university and local transportation plans and their goals of promoting bicycling and sustainability. The plan adopts the League of American Bicyclists' "6 E's" approach to create a comprehensive bicycling program.
Bike share potentials at University of Utah - Monika RoyMonika Roy
The document discusses a study on the potential benefits of introducing a bike-share program at the University of Utah. The study uses an online survey of 29 students to examine how a bike-share program could increase biking on campus. The survey finds that while over half of students rarely use bikes now, most express interest in a campus bike-share program and feel bike lanes on campus need improvement. The study concludes that a bike-share program has potential to increase biking if stations are placed strategically across campus and more is done to promote biking safety and infrastructure on campus.
This document discusses increasing bike ridership at Ohio State University through social marketing and improving security and amenities. Currently, most students and faculty drive alone to campus even from within 5 miles away, and the top barriers to biking are weather, lack of security for bikes, and safety concerns. The document proposes using social marketing campaigns to promote biking and make it seem popular and normal. It also recommends improving bike parking infrastructure like bike reservoirs near buildings, and integrating bike parking into parking garages for added security. The goal is to reduce driving and help Ohio State achieve its sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
The Challenges and Opportunities in School Transportation TodayJeremy Knight
Every day, America’s fleet of roughly 480,000 school buses transports more than a third of students to and from school. This fleet is more than twice the size of all other forms of mass transit combined, including bus, rail, and airline transportation.
Public Bicycle Share Programs and Their Impact on Cyclist-Involved InjuryTyler Rosen
Public bicycle share programs have been rapidly expanding since the early 1990s. A literature review of 10 studies found that the implementation of public bicycle share programs is generally associated with increased cyclist safety. Most cities saw reduced rates of cyclist injuries or increased numbers of cyclists without increased injuries after implementing public bicycle share. However, one study found an increase in head injuries in cities without helmet requirements at bicycle stations. Public bicycle share programs may also provide minor environmental benefits by reducing carbon emissions. In conclusion, public bicycle share programs appear to increase cyclist safety and physical activity when accompanied by proper infrastructure and safety measures like helmet use.
November 2013 Policy Advisory Committee MeetingDaina Lujan
Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan provides highlights of the year end report, quarterly updates, and reviews the Draft 14-15 Grant Application. Ken Chin of the City of San Mateo speaks to the power of partnerships.
This document discusses promoting sustainable transportation through career shifts and advocacy. It provides background on how transportation impacts the environment and proposes strategies to influence policy, projects, and sites through grassroots advocacy. Examples are given of the author's experience advocating for school traffic safety in San Francisco through their role in the PTA and drafting resolutions. The document also discusses pursuing education in transportation management and environmental law to support a career shift into the public sector transportation field.
The document proposes a suite of location-based networking tools called CarFree Maine that is designed to enhance non-automotive transportation connections throughout the state by building on local partnerships and marketing to young adults in the Boston and New York City metro areas in order to get them to visit Maine without having to rely on a personal vehicle. The tools would utilize mobile and web applications to map transportation routes involving multiple transit networks and allow users to share information to help plan car-free trips throughout Maine.
Shai Reshef's presentation from "The Right to Education: Realizing the Potent...University of the People
The document discusses the challenges of accessing higher education globally and introduces University of the People as an innovative solution. UoPeople is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free online university aimed at increasing access to higher education. It uses an open-source digital platform and volunteer mentors and professors to provide degree programs in business administration and computer science to students worldwide regardless of their finances, location, gender, culture or race. Student surveys show that 91% would recommend UoPeople to others as a good place to earn a degree.
This document discusses open educational resources (OER) and the African Health OER Network. It defines OER as educational materials that are freely available online for anyone to use and adapt under an open license. The network aims to advance health education in Africa by developing and sharing OER that are relevant to African contexts to address issues like lack of faculty capacity and outdated curricula. It outlines the network's activities, platforms for sharing OER, and early impacts in increasing collaboration between universities and engagement of students.
University of the People (UoPeople) is the world's first tuition-free, nonprofit, online university that aims to democratize higher education. It offers associate degrees in business administration and computer science to qualified students worldwide. Students only pay modest application and exam fees. UoPeople uses open educational resources and volunteers to keep costs low so it can provide education opportunities to those who otherwise could not afford it. In less than three years, UoPeople has over 1,100 students from 115 countries and is building a sustainable model to potentially impact hundreds of thousands through affordable, accessible online education.
This document provides guidance for implementing Safe Routes to School programs in low-income communities. It discusses the challenges faced in low-income areas, such as safety concerns, lack of awareness, limited access to expertise, and long distances to schools. The document then highlights several promising practices that have helped overcome these challenges, including community organizing, education programs, infrastructure improvements, and partnerships with local organizations. The overall goal is to inspire collaboration between schools, parents and local leaders to develop culturally sensitive Safe Routes to School programs that improve safety and encourage physical activity for children in low-income areas.
This document summarizes a report on the state of student governance in Commonwealth countries. It finds that 51% of Commonwealth nations do not have a national student organization. Where they do exist, many national student organizations face challenges securing funding and membership engagement. The report is based on interviews with 140 student groups and education officials across the Commonwealth. It aims to strengthen student voices in education policymaking and provide recommendations to support the development of effective national student organizations in all Commonwealth countries.
Evaluation of Student Development Programs in the State Universities and Coll...ijtsrd
This study evaluated of the student development programs among state universities in Samar Island. The four 4 SUC's in Samar Island were selected as the locale of this study. These were the University of Eastern Philippines Main Campus Catarman , North West Samar State University Main Campus Calbayog City , Samar State University Main Campus Catbalogan City and Eastern Samar State University Main Campus Borongan City with the university presidents, deans directors of the Student Affairs and Services, personnel, and students as respondents. Frequency counts, percentages, and weighted mean computations were used to analyze the descriptive data obtained from the respondents of the study who were chosen through complete enumeration for presidents, deans directors and personnel and random sampling for the students, respectively. As to status of implementation of the students' development programs and services, the respondents rated the following programs and services as “very satisfactory†cultural development program, leadership training program, multi faith services, social and community development program, sports development program, student organization and services, student publications, and student council government. Ronaldo A. Amit ""Evaluation of Student Development Programs in the State Universities and Colleges of Samar Island"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-3 , April 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd22920.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/22920/evaluation-of-student-development-programs-in-the-state-universities-and-colleges-of-samar-island/ronaldo-a-amit
Case Study: RT66 as a Learning OrganizationMara Mastro
The Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program aims to preserve Route 66 and promote learning about its history. Learning occurs through the National Park Service sharing knowledge with the public, state and local governments, and non-profits. Knowledge is shared via the program's website, training sessions, and public outreach. To further learning, the program could enhance communication and collaboration between stakeholders using technology, and increase knowledge sharing about the program's goals and needs.
This document presents a plan to improve bikeability at Arizona State University in order to promote sustainability and help the university achieve its climate neutrality goals. It identifies several problems with the current bike infrastructure and facilities, including a lack of clear pedestrian traffic rules leading to congestion, unsafe conditions, insufficient and overcrowded bike racks, high bike theft and damage, and a lack of incentives for biking. The objectives are to highlight problematic areas on campus through data collection, address safety issues, improve bike storage, and better connect off-campus routes to reduce commuter emissions. Implementing solutions to optimize the bike infrastructure could significantly increase ridership and move the university closer to its sustainability targets.
The Urban Information Lab at the University of Texas at Austin will conduct a 3-phase study to evaluate the university's bicycle infrastructure and policies. Phase 1 will inventory existing bike lanes, racks, and other infrastructure. Phase 2 will collect data from smartphone apps on biking routes, issues, and preferences. Phase 3 will analyze the findings to identify specific improvements like expanding bike lanes and facilities to increase biking and support sustainability goals. The goal is to provide a detailed plan to convert car drivers to bike commuters and better support biking on campus.
The document provides an analysis of various resources related to school bus safety, including:
- Articles that discuss funding issues for school bus transportation and maintaining school buses.
- Studies and data that show school buses are a very safe way to transport children and that other modes of transportation to school can be much riskier.
- Information on policies and initiatives in different states/countries regarding school bus safety, such as safety measures, route planning, and enforcement of laws around stopped school buses.
- Analysis of factors like driver hiring/retention, illegal passing of stopped buses, and student behavior that can impact school bus safety.
The compilation of these resources helps to understand the topic of school bus transportation thoroughly and provides background
This proposal seeks funding to promote physical activity among 9th to 12th grade students. It notes that currently only 18.4% engage in daily physical activity, but the goal is to increase that to 30% in the first year and 60% in the second year. The proposal would implement programs like Walk to School to encourage physical activity and advocate for behavior change, safer infrastructure, and raising awareness about the importance of physical activity through media. Funding would support improvements to safety like sidewalks and crosswalks, as well as non-structural changes like educating students and parents on safety.
The document discusses transportation safety and mobility on the Indiana University Bloomington campus, specifically regarding the Tenth Street corridor. It aims to determine if a mid-way pedestrian crossing island installed in 2010 has increased safety or worsened congestion. It reviews literature supporting crossing islands' safety benefits. Methods for assessing the island's effectiveness include analyzing traffic data, surveys, and observational data. Preliminary results found crashes reduced 40%, speeds and volumes down 30%, and over 90% of pedestrians used the crosswalk. However, congestion remains an issue during peaks. Future policies should focus on increasing alternatives to driving like biking and promote sustainability goals.
References:
Asq.org (n.d.). What are stakeholders? Quality Resources
Lecciones, A. (2021). Green Cities. Hex Talks
Narayanaswami, P., Gronseth, G., Dubinsky, R., Penfold-Murray, R., Cox, J., Bever, C., Martins, Y., Rheaume, C., Shouse, D., & Getchius, T. (2015). The impact of social media on dissemination and implementation of clinical practice guidelines: A longitudinal observational study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 17(8), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.2196/jmir.4414
Philippine Statistics Authority (2021). Causes of deaths in the Philippines (preliminary): January to December 2020. Press Releases
Online TDM Encyclopedia (2017). Walking and cycling encouragement: Strategies that encourage people to use non-motorized transportation. Victoria Transport Policy Institute
Online TDM Encyclopedia (2019). Automobile Dependency. Victoria Transport Policy Institute
United Nations Foundation (n.d.). Sustainable Development Goals
World Health Organization (n.d.). Air Pollution. Health Topics
Yazid, M. & Ladim, M. (2015). Urban design and active transport. International Journal of Engineering and and Advanced Technology, 4(3), 132-135.
The document summarizes the existing conditions for pedestrians and bicyclists on and around the University of Michigan-Flint campus. It analyzes current transportation usage, parking area usage, pedestrian and bicycle activity, and accessibility at several key intersections on campus. The analysis found high automobile traffic and a need for improved pedestrian and bicyclist safety. There is potential to increase walking and bicycling through education, encouragement, and minor infrastructure improvements to promote safety. The document provides a baseline assessment to inform the development of recommendations in a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the campus.
This document provides an overview and assessment of bicycling conditions across Arizona State University's four campuses: Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, West/Thunderbird, and Polytechnic. It was created by an urban planning capstone class to develop ASU's first Bicycle Master Plan. The document describes the bicycle infrastructure, culture, and maps of each campus. It also discusses how the plan integrates with other university and local transportation plans and their goals of promoting bicycling and sustainability. The plan adopts the League of American Bicyclists' "6 E's" approach to create a comprehensive bicycling program.
Bike share potentials at University of Utah - Monika RoyMonika Roy
The document discusses a study on the potential benefits of introducing a bike-share program at the University of Utah. The study uses an online survey of 29 students to examine how a bike-share program could increase biking on campus. The survey finds that while over half of students rarely use bikes now, most express interest in a campus bike-share program and feel bike lanes on campus need improvement. The study concludes that a bike-share program has potential to increase biking if stations are placed strategically across campus and more is done to promote biking safety and infrastructure on campus.
This document discusses increasing bike ridership at Ohio State University through social marketing and improving security and amenities. Currently, most students and faculty drive alone to campus even from within 5 miles away, and the top barriers to biking are weather, lack of security for bikes, and safety concerns. The document proposes using social marketing campaigns to promote biking and make it seem popular and normal. It also recommends improving bike parking infrastructure like bike reservoirs near buildings, and integrating bike parking into parking garages for added security. The goal is to reduce driving and help Ohio State achieve its sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
The Challenges and Opportunities in School Transportation TodayJeremy Knight
Every day, America’s fleet of roughly 480,000 school buses transports more than a third of students to and from school. This fleet is more than twice the size of all other forms of mass transit combined, including bus, rail, and airline transportation.
Public Bicycle Share Programs and Their Impact on Cyclist-Involved InjuryTyler Rosen
Public bicycle share programs have been rapidly expanding since the early 1990s. A literature review of 10 studies found that the implementation of public bicycle share programs is generally associated with increased cyclist safety. Most cities saw reduced rates of cyclist injuries or increased numbers of cyclists without increased injuries after implementing public bicycle share. However, one study found an increase in head injuries in cities without helmet requirements at bicycle stations. Public bicycle share programs may also provide minor environmental benefits by reducing carbon emissions. In conclusion, public bicycle share programs appear to increase cyclist safety and physical activity when accompanied by proper infrastructure and safety measures like helmet use.
November 2013 Policy Advisory Committee MeetingDaina Lujan
Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Daina Lujan provides highlights of the year end report, quarterly updates, and reviews the Draft 14-15 Grant Application. Ken Chin of the City of San Mateo speaks to the power of partnerships.
This document discusses promoting sustainable transportation through career shifts and advocacy. It provides background on how transportation impacts the environment and proposes strategies to influence policy, projects, and sites through grassroots advocacy. Examples are given of the author's experience advocating for school traffic safety in San Francisco through their role in the PTA and drafting resolutions. The document also discusses pursuing education in transportation management and environmental law to support a career shift into the public sector transportation field.
The Net Positive Valuation of Information and Communication Technology in Onl...Sustainable Brands
This document provides an overview of a report analyzing the net positive valuation of information and communication technology (ICT) in online education, using Arizona State University's (ASU) online education program, ASU Online, as a case study. The report was prepared by sustainability scientists and researchers from ASU, Walton Sustainability Solutions Initiatives, and Dell, Inc. It reviews literature on online education and the role of ICT. It then describes ASU's business model and goals for expanding online education delivery. The report develops models to analyze the holistic value and potential socio-economic and environmental impacts of ASU Online through 2030, finding that increased online education could enable more graduates while reducing resources and impacts per graduate.
This document provides an overview and best practices for Walking School Bus programs. It discusses marketing strategies, developing partnerships, site management, walking routes, risk management, supplies, and future directions. The UCF Walking School Bus program grew from 3 sites serving 100 students to 9 sites serving nearly 500 students across 3 counties. Key aspects included a multi-pronged marketing approach, strategic partnerships, volunteer management and communication, thorough safety protocols, and providing necessary supplies to sites. Future recommendations include further addressing school district liability concerns and connecting with more urban schools.
GTD Summit 2016 - Joe Green, Selly Oak GTDJoe Green
Selly Oak GTD, 1 year on: the development of Birmingham’s first Green Travel District
Joe was appointed as Director of the Selly Oak & Life Sciences Green Travel District Association earlier this year, working with the University of Birmingham and the three local NHS Trusts to take forward their shared vision and develop a travel plan for the area.
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The document summarizes the Transparency by Design initiative, a voluntary consortium of online institutions that share common data about their programs on the College Choices for Adults website. The initiative launched in 2009 with data from 12 institutions on over 30 programs. It focuses on learning outcomes and the adult learner experience. Members commit to contributing institutional data according to common standards and expanding the amount of data and number of member institutions over time. The goal is to provide more robust information for prospective adult students to make informed choices.
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Strategies for Increasing Bike Mode Share at San Francisco State University to 20%
Natalie Yemenidjian
San Francisco State University
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Natalie Yemenidjian
“San Francisco State University aspires to be the nation’s preeminent public urban
university.”
—San Francisco State University Strategic Plan 2005–2010;
San Francisco’s transportation system must adapt to handle a heavier load of
commuters as its population grows. San Francisco State University (SFSU) could play a
pivotal role in creating a more equitable and thorough transportation network within the
city. The integration of an efficient bicycle network in and around the SFSU campus will
alleviate some repercussions of the one percent per year population growth anticipated by
the city (Plan Bay Area, 2013) such as traffic congestion, increase in greenhouse gas
emissions and a lack of space. A well, thought-out transportation plan that includes a
strong bicycle network would not only move students, faculty and staff around town, it
would reflect SFSU’s historic dedication to social justice and equity, especially for those
earning low-incomes (White, 2014).
A bicycle network is not just a good idea; it is a requirement in keeping with a
2007 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and
SFSU. The understanding was to minimize transportation impacts outlined in the
environmental impact report (EIR) set forth in the Final Campus Master Plan, namely as
a result of the enrollment of more students by 2020 at SFSU. The MOU requires that
“The University will complete the initial phase of the north-south bicycle and pedestrian
path, plan for an expanded bicycle network, including the final leg of the north-south path
and an east-west path (TDM, 2014, p.3).” The campus must help the city alleviate traffic
during peak hours in congested areas like along 19th
Avenue. It is not feasible to do so
without the help of alternative modes of transportation and bike infrastructure is an
affordable and safe alternative.
In a 2014 SFSU survey conducted by students in last year’s Bicycle Geographies
course, 48 percent of students, faculty and staff surveyed said they own a bicycle; yet,
only 9.5 percent of respondents cycle to school out of which, 80 percent live within 5
miles of campus (Bicycle Geographies, 2014). Considering these statistics, it is
reasonable that there will be a 20 percent mode share of bicycling in the next five years if
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the infrastructure in and around campus would only rise to the urgent need for it. Mode
share, or the percent of which different means of travel are used, is a way of measuring
how people get from point A to point B. Planners who want to see a decrease in
automobile use and an increase in non-motorized transportation aim to facilitate higher
percentages of alternative modes of transportation like bicycling. Since there are 5,000
students to be added to the overall enrollment at SFSU taking enrollment from 20,000
students to 25,000 students by 2020, but no new parking, alternative modes of
transportation are now a necessity. A cohesive strategic plan to encourage non-motorized
commutes to and from SFSU needs to be implemented in order to have an effective
market strategy.
This paper suggests three ways to increase mode share of bicycling on campus
from 4 percent to 20 percent by 2020 through marketing: Articulate a common goal
between administration, local agencies and campus organizations; use infrastructure as a
marketing tool; and direct marketing to niche groups like women and novice riders.
Articulate a common goal within campus community
SFSU students and faculty have a myriad reasons not to bike. An SFSU survey
cited these reasons as being: poor infrastructure, lack of adequate bike parking, distance,
hills and inadequate bike storage (Bicycle Geographies, 2014). We must address these
issues head on because, “unless such reasons are effectively addressed within their
specific context, marketers and policy makers will continue to witness low bicycling
participation rates among urban commuters (Claudy and Peterson, 2014, p. 183).”
Creating a dialogue between the movers and shakers of SFSU who directly participate in
the school’s planning decisions and those who commute to campus is the first step in
finding common goals. A compelling reason to bike, such as our individual ecological
responsibility, galvanizes thoughtful citizens to create a common goal. A call to action
such as “20 percent mode share by 2020” comingle with the goals of organizations from
a regional level, like the goals set forth by Plan Bay Area, to grassroots campus
organizations like Power to the Pedal a student-run project of the Sustainable Initiatives
program of the Cesar Chavez Student Center at SFSU. Ryan Tachibana, manager of the
Power to the Pedal, said he wants to see the campus set specific goals that are tangible
and that “a bicycle resource position within the university would be a great step forward.
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This position would help unify pre-existing bicycle resources on campus and provide a
voice for said resources (Tachibana, 2015).” Despite this, Power to the Pedal is struggling
to reach students on campus. According to Tachibana, flyers, tabling and word of mouth
has been the most effective marketing tool, but getting through to students has been
“extremely difficult.” A cyclists’ diplomat of sorts would put forth safety, infrastructure
and other concerns to the table of bigger, long-term planning goals of the campus.
While Tachibana’s initiative is a step in the right direction, a systematic strategy
must be in place in order to make a more effective turn-around. In City Cycling, John
Pucher and Ralph Buehler argue, “A coordinated policy is the trademark of a city with
safe and increased ridership (Pucher and Buehler, 2010, p. 350). A bicycle liaison is
essential for coordinating initiatives on SFSU’s campus to carry out plans because, as
Pucher and Buehler’s research has found, a “comprehensive approach has a much greater
impact on cycling than individual measure that are not coordinated (350).” Last semester,
the bicycle geographies class came to the same conclusion. Student organizations come
and go with graduating classes, however, a permanent fixture in the planning department
to oversee the needs of cyclists will be integral to carrying out integrated measures for
better infrastructure as well as be a sounding board for the needs of SFSU cyclists. By
having a coordinated policy that is long-term, there will be more access for people who
are open to changing their mode of transportation. A liaison will also facilitate a plan that
is sustainable and that maintains research of improvement projects.
Next, the existing groups and bicycle campaigns need an aggregate of bicycle
information accessible by a website hosted by SFSU. A link like bike.sfsu.edu would be
an easy link for like-minded faculty and student organizations to disseminate information,
promote events, and to provide novice bicyclists with support. The “Go State!” campaign
has digital signs around campus with links that are confusing like
http://www.sfsu.edu/~parking/text/bikebarn.html. The messages on the figure 1 and figure
2 promotional material that do not address all of significant concerns students have about
their cycling experiences. In the Bicycle Geographies survey taken last year, 30 percent
of respondents cited poor infrastructure to campus. Then, 13 percent responded that a
lack of adequate bike parking was their reason for not biking to school. Figure 1
addresses the bike parking issue by promoting the bike barn; however, there are no clear
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instructions on where the bike barn is, how it works or how to access it. Figure 2 also
fails to address the major concern among riders to campus: infrastructure.
The aggregate site: parking.sfsu.edu/bike is buried but is much more effective tool
for students. Yet, it doesn’t include any student organizations, events and is not updated
regularly. A bike coordinator would need to update this site regularly for it to serve the
campus better, as well find new resources to create a community of bikers.
Bicycle events like Bike to Work Day are essential for increasing mode share.
Research suggests that if we ask people to commit to short term rides, one day of riding
their bike to school or work, they will be more likely to do so in the future (Claudy, 2014,
p. 185). A study out of Victoria, Australia found that “one-fifth of the participants were
riding to work for the first time [during a bike to work event] and approximately one-
quarter of those first time rides continue to commute by bicycle 5 months after the event”
(Piatourski, 2014). A campus bicycle coordinator should organize trailing programs –
trialing is when people try new transportation -- such as bike to school days and bike
convoys that ensure they are heavily promoted and safe experiences. When the ride is
positive, especially for a novice cyclist “reasons for bicycling can be strengthened
(Claudy, 2014, p. 183)” which facilitate a stronger bicycle community. A 2013 student of
bike to work day events in the UK found that “processes of group identification were
found to be associated with strong positive attitudes towards cycling as a commute mode
among the participants, particularly amongst those who had started cycling to work
within the previous two years” (Bartle, Avinci and Chatterjee, 2013, p. 69). The events
also introduce beginning cyclists to routes and nearby infrastructure.
Infrastructure as a Marketing Tool
If SFSU wants higher bicycle mode share, it is absolutely essential to encourage its
students and faculty to commute by bicycle to and from campus. Out of 450 SFSU
faculty and students who do not use a bicycle to commute to school, 30 percent said their
greatest barrier is poor infrastructure (Bicycle Geographies, 2014). Not one U.S. city, or
campus for that matter, has increased cycling “without an extensive network of well-
integrated bike lanes and paths that provide separation from motor vehicle traffic”
(Pucher and Buehler, 2012, p. 351). Cities with the highest rates of bicycling also include
ample amounts of safe bicycle parking with plenty of shelter (Pucher and Buehler, 2012).
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A study of more than 40 U.S. cities found that “each additional mile of bike lane per
square mile was associated with an increase of approximately one percentage point in the
share of workers regularly commuting by bicycle” (Dill and Carr, 2003). Clearly, as
infrastructure grows, so will the amount of bicycle commuters. The most integral step is
to build a sustainable infrastructure to facilitate a strong bicycle community for there to
be an increase in non-motorized transportation usage, as has been substantiated over the
years (Dill and Carr, 2003). If we build it, they will come.
However, building the infrastructure is not enough; SFSU must supply ample
information on how to use it. Adequate signage is directly related to the efficiency and
use of the bikeways and more import must be placed on the accessibility of these markers.
A study out of Sydney, Australia showed that “use of cycling infrastructure can be
increased with a combination of social marketing and opportunities for people to ride in a
safe and social context” (Rissel et al., 2010, p. 19). SFSU needs to provide accessible and
highly visible signage that illustrates routes, access points to campus and bike parking.
Routes need to occasionally be tested to ensure there are no big obstacles or new barriers,
if so, that should be communicated to commuters. Maps at highly frequented bike
parking spots on campus should have maps of routes that include safe directions to public
transportation, safety information and upcoming bicycle events. Without adequate
resources, a campus-based intervention to increase ridership will not rise up to its full
potential since beginning riders trialing new commute behaviors use existing
infrastructure that makes them feel safe (Rissel et al., 2010). In order to expand the usage
of this infrastructure, a more inclusive and more equitable system must be devised for
novice or expert riders to participate at their full capacity.
California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is at a crossroads similar to SFSU.
The city of Los Angeles aims to expand its bikeways from 334 miles to 1,684 miles over
the next thirty-five years and the administration has also made it a goal to connect to
those bikeways (D’Alfonso et al., 2012). It is an opportunity to expand mode share to a
burgeoning public transportation network in the more than 260-square mile valley to the
even greater Los Angeles region where less than half of students travel. A 2010 survey of
faculty, staff and students at CSUN found that 11 percent of students walk, bike or skate
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to campus; however, 40 percent of respondents who drive to the Northridge campus said
they would bike to school if there were better infrastructure (Cox and Michaud, 2010, p.
i). Just like SFSU, we have students willing to leave their car keys at home, but the built
environment must rise to meet them.
Five years ago, students in a course at CSUN similar to Bicycle Geographies put
together a campus bike infrastructure study overseen by Dr. Zeynap Toker, associated
professor at CSUN’s Urban Studies and Planning Department. Toker expects the results
of the incremental improvements that have been implemented on campus to be positive,
observing via email: “It feels like we have way more bikes on campus now and our
counts, although not representative of the whole campus, show that too (Toker, 2015).”
After six years of the infrastructure being in place, the professor said they would have a
concrete study of how many more cyclists there are now on campus. By summer of 2016,
the results of their infrastructure improvements should be available.
The infrastructure built at CSUN accommodates skateboarders, cyclists and
pedestrians with clear signs at every intersection. Cyclists and skateboarders ride in the
same lane, giving adequate room to pedestrians and vehicles to create a safer experience
for riders (figure 4). In figure 4, a slightly raised guard is shown that separates a two-way
bike and skateboard lane from pedestrians. The east-to-west path that spans almost a mile
on campus is made to segregate bikes/skateboards and pedestrians. Painted “Bike Lane”
signs on the floor of every possible intersection and pedestrian route. Riders are required
to yield for pedestrians at the markers of every crosswalk.
The recommendations made by Toker and their students came to a similar
conclusion as this paper, that in order to promote cycling as a safe, healthy, and
sustainable mode of transportation, bicycle infrastructure must be incorporated within
and around vehicular infrastructure (D’Alfonso et al., 2012). The study also recommends
that university campuses facilitate teaching new cyclists bicycle safety by offering group
rides and basic bicycle maintenance.
Marketing to niche groups
When women’s infrastructure issues are addressed, the needs of other
underrepresented groups are indirectly addressed (Winters and Teschke, 2010). Women
are more likely to ride on infrastructure that keeps them away from vehicular traffic
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(Garrard, Rose and Lo, 2008). Issues of LGBTQ cyclists have not been adequately
studied. As SFSU builds better bicycle infrastructure to improve the campus
community’s overall health and carbon footprint, it is imperative that we include
underrepresented groups to give everyone an equitable and safe riding experience.
Developing marketing strategies that make female-bodied and novice cyclists
feel safe equates to higher levels of cycling. Research has found that, “health benefits of
bicycling far exceed the health risks from traffic injuries, contradicting the widespread
misperception that bicycling is a dangerous activity (Pucher, Dill and Handy, 2010,
S106).” It is important to send a clear message that the benefits of cycling for the
individual outweigh the risks. Women, in particular, feel like they are in harm’s way
more than their male counterparts (Pucher and Buehler, 2012). SFSU student
organizations should facilitate group rides for women and beginners in order to alleviate
some of the perceived risks these groups may feel.
TABLE 1 Articulate a common goal
• Appoint a SFSU bicycle coordinator to be a liaison between the planning department and bicycle
commuters
• An aggregate website for biking on campus, updated with events, safety and route information
• Bicycle events that are a congregation of student groups, administration
Infrastructure as a marketing tool
• Provide ample signage and maps
• If we build it, riders will use it, especially when promoted through social media and student groups
Marketing to niche groups
• Address issues of women, beginner and other underrepresented groups
• Facilitate group rides
• Create marketing material that quells unnecessary risk perceptions
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