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News Release PROGRAM NEWS RELEASE/July 9, 2008 Boise State Named 'Best Workplace for Commuters' The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Transportation have recognized Boise State University as a “Best Workplace for Commuters.” The program recognizes institutions that value and support efforts to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and provide environmentally friendly commuting options to its employees and students. To qualify, institutions must meet predefined criteria for alternative commuting options and be able to measure employee and student participation in these programs. Notable programs that assisted in Boise State earning this recognition were the free bus and shuttle programs for students, faculty and staff; car pool programs; the Kinesiology Bike Barn that provides indoor bike storage, lockers and showers for bike commuters; and participation in and support of other programs offered through agencies such as the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality and the Clean Cities Coalition. A minimum requirement for the designation was participation in at least three key programs; Boise State was able to identify 11 programs. Boise State will need to re-certify for this recognition each year and document use of alternative and mass transportation. To learn more about alternative transportation options at Boise State, visit the Parking and Transportation Web site at http://www.boisestate.edu/parking/. -30- Media Contact: Kathleen Craven, University Communications, (208) 426-3275, kcraven@boisestate.edu Boise State University is emerging as a metropolitan research university of distinction. This transformation is being powered by the university’s first comprehensive campaign to support its people, places and programs. That’s why the campaign to raise $175 million in private support is called Destination Distinction.
Last reviewed on Wednesday, July 09, 2008
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