Surface lots on the UW campus will be under parking “amnesty” with fewer rules on November 29 to assist employees unable to reach campus during Metro’s reduced service period. Parking in garages and ramps will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
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Madison Marathon to restrict campus roads on November 10
The Madison Marathon and Half Marathon are Sunday, Nov. 10 and the routes travel through downtown Madison and a section of the UW-Madison campus. Bus route detours are in place and delays should be expected.
Several intercity bus lines moving to new stop November 5
The new UW campus intercity bus stop is on Lake Street between Johnson and Dayton Streets. Badger Bus, Jefferson, and Lamers services start using the new stop on Nov. 5, 2019. Van Galder service starts at the new stop in January 2020.
Road closures and detours update – October 29
Updates on some new and ongoing projects affecting campus traffic flow–part of Linden Drive near Vet Med temporarily closes October 31; part of Observatory Drive near the Natatorium to temporarily close in November.
Freakfest 2019 road closures and traffic detours
Detours for Freakfest begin Friday, Oct. 25 night with some Metro Transit routes. Street closures and significant detours in place on Saturday, Oct. 26.
UW–Madison named Platinum-level Bicycle Friendly University
UW–Madison will join the ranks of just seven other institutions at the Platinum level. There are 208 total colleges and universities part of the League’s Bicycle Friendly America program.
Road closures and detours update – October 16
Updates on some new and ongoing projects affecting campus traffic flow–Dayton Street east of Park Street reopened, part of the Easterday Lane/Observatory Drive intersection closes October 21.
Bicycle feedback survey for BFU application open until October 1
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is reapplying for Bicycle Friendly University (BFU) recognition. A public survey is open until October 1 to gather feedback on current bicycle programs, facilities, and amenities on campus.
Campus bus forums for proposed 2020-21 service changes
The UW-Madison community is invited to attend forums about proposed changes to the campus bus service for the 2020-21 year. Sessions will be held across campus in mid-to-late September.
Ironman 2019 to cause campus detours
The Madison Ironman is Sunday, Sept. 8. The marathon route impacts several campus roads–expect detours and delays.