RALEIGH, January 26, 2024 – NC State University has been named one of the 2024 Best Workplaces for CommutersSM––an honor achieved by providing a robust employee commuter benefits program to their employees, helping reduce traffic congestion and improve the overall quality of life for those who live and work in the region.
NC State University is among a select group of workplaces in the United States that have been named a 2024 Best Workplaces for CommutersSM (BWC), which requires its members to provide comprehensive progressive commuter benefits to their employees. To make the BWC List, NC State University offers employees several commuter benefits, including:
- WolfTrails Employee/Student Commuter Program
- Employee vanpool program through Commute with Enterprise
- Regional ShareTheRideNC Program (ride-matching database.)
- Emergency Ride Home Program through ShareTheRideNC
- GoPass Regional Transit Pass
- Wolfline Transit System, which serves all three campuses and two park-and-ride lots
“We are excited to include NC State University as a top employer in the nation for offering remarkable commuter benefits to their employees,” said Julie Bond, Program Manager, Best Workplaces for CommutersSM. “Their leadership not only demonstrates a commitment to supporting their employees, it signals to others their dedication to the environment and to improving the quality of life for our communities as a whole.”
“We have a robust commuter benefit program that saves employees and students time, money, and stress, but also offers flexibility when a vehicle is needed on campus,” said Than Austin, Transportation Director, NC State University. “Our partnership with the local and regional transit systems allows us to attract students and staff while helping reduce traffic congestion and contribute to the University’s sustainability efforts.”
“NC State is proud to be designated as a Best Workplace for Commuters,” said Amanda Simmons, Transportation Demand Manager and Transportation Planner. “We are committed to offering sustainable commuting options and will continue to improve our services.”
The Best Workplaces for CommutersSM recognition program provides a range of services and assistance to its members, including program implementation tools, webinars, trainings, one-on-one support, and peer networking opportunities.
About NC State University (www.ncsu.edu)
NC State University is a land-grant institution with historical strengths in engineering, statistics, agriculture, life sciences, textiles, and design and is currently a leading public research university. One of the world’s best colleges of veterinary medicine is located on the Raleigh campus. With a student population of more than 36,000, they have a profound impact locally, nationally, and globally through their research and the companies they create.
About Best Workplaces for Commuters (http://www.bestworkplaces.org/)
Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC) is the national authority on recognizing and assisting workplaces that provide exceptional commuter benefits to employees. More than a recognition program, BWC provides the necessary assistance to create and sustain employer-provided commuter benefit programs, and offers recognition and tailored support for Employers, Colleges/Universities, and Sites. The program is managed by the Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR) at the University of South Florida with support from the Florida Department of Transportation. For more information, contact jmbond@usf.edu or visit bestworkplaces.org/. #BWC2024
